Sports Management SMAN.S.CRT
One-year Technical Certificate - 33 Credit Hours
Division: Business and Public Services
Department: Management
Effective as of Fall 2021
What is the program about?
This certificate is designed to prepare students for careers in the field of sport and recreation management. Sports Management provides a solid foundation in sport related business. This certificate contains an embedded Coaching short-term certificate. Course work includes sports management, coaching, and leadership along with management, marketing, communication, business law, finance, and accounting. Students are prepared to enter a sports management profession.
Program Outcomes
- Apply, through coursework and activities, their understanding of skills specific to sports management including leadership, coaching, public relations, and facilities management.
- Throughout the coursework and required applied activities, students will develop strong written and oral communication skills required to be successful in the field of Sports Management.
- Demonstrate, through quizzes and written work, an understanding of a variety of foundational small business disciplines and an understanding of business terminology.
Career Opportunities
Students will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and relationships that lead to employment in one of Ohio's over 1,600 fitness centers and recreational sports centers. Students will have the foundational industry knowledge and business contacts necessary to pursue internships and careers.
Credentials
There are no special licensures or certificates required for this program.
