Sport Management BSSS

The sport management program is an interdisciplinary program leading to a bachelor of science in sport studies. All students complete a common sport management core and then select a track (in business or communication) based upon their professional goals. Two practicum field experiences are required, and internships with sport organizations are strongly encouraged and recommended.

Former students have completed internships with such organizations as the LPGA, the United States Olympic Committee, NASCAR, Cincinnati Bengals, and the Indiana Pacers, as well as several minor league sport franchises.

In addition to college and professional sport organizations, employment opportunities are available in health clubs, sport facilities, and with various other sport organizations.

All students complete the Sport Management Core and either the Business Track OR the Communication Track
All courses in the Sport Management Core and selected track must be completed with a minimum grade of “C.”

Degree Requirements

General Education Program	34 Hours
Sport Management Core	45 Hours
Business Track OR Communication Track	24-25 hours
University Electives	20-21 Hours

Total Hours Required	123-125 Hours

Sport Management Core (45 Hours)

Business Track (25 Hours)

Communication Track (24 Hours)

Bachelor Degrees

Special Notes

Students must complete—at Shawnee State— at least 12 credit hours in their majors. The 12 hours must be taken at the 3000 or 4000 level. In the case of the BS natural science, at least 8 of the 12 upper division hours must be in the first concentration.
General Electives Elective hours are not limited to any particular area of study and can be earned in science to enhance the major or to complete requirements for a minor. Courses from all departments of the University can be used to satisfy the electives requirements. Electives should include courses in the arts and humanities. Coherent groups of courses are encouraged and should be chosen with the student’s career objectives and personal interests in mind. Consultation with your faculty advisor is highly recommended so that electives can be an important component of your educational experience.