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SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL ADVANCEMENT
Master of Science in Sport Administration
Build a Career in Sports Through Performance or Management
Our Master of Science in Sport Administration offers two specialized pathways to match your goals. Choose the Athlete Performance concentration to explore strength training, conditioning, and performance optimization, or pursue the Athlete Management concentration to dive into operations, leadership, and the business of sport. Whichever path you choose, you’ll gain the skills, experience, and confidence to shape the future of athletics.
Accelerated
Benefit from 8-week courses, no GRE, no recommendation letter, online coursework, and rolling admissions.
Affordable
At just $900 per credit hour, we offer competitive tuition rates and financial aid options.
Job Ready
Learn from nationally recognized faculty who actually do the work they teach about. Be job ready on day one.
Choose your Pathway
If your goal is to work on the field, Athlete Performance is the pathway for you. If you prefer to assist in the athlete's growth off the field, then Athlete Management is the way to go.
Athlete Performance
The Athlete Performance pathway centers on optimizing athletic output. Students learn how to support athletes in reaching their highest level of performance within their sport through training, preparation, and athletic-focused strategies.
| REQUIRED COURSES | CREDITS |
|---|---|
| KINE 6310 Sport Psychology | 3 |
| KINE 6320 Strength and Conditioning | 3 |
| KINE 6340 Sport Nutrition | 3 |
| KINE 6350 Integrative Sports Performance | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 |
Athlete Management
The Athlete Development pathway centers on the holistic growth of athletes beyond competition. This pathway prepares students to support athletes as they navigate life beyond sport and prepare for successful careers after their playing days end.
| REQUIRED COURSES | CREDITS |
|---|---|
| KINE 6330 Leadership in Coaching | 3 |
| KINE 6360 Athlete Career Transitions & Financial Planning | 3 |
| KINE 6370 Name, Image, Likeness & Athlete Brand | 3 |
| KINE 6380 Student Athlete Support Systems | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 |
What You Will Learn While Earning Your Master's in Sport Administration
Earning an MS in Sport Administration involves gaining a comprehensive understanding of the best practices in sport administration. Key concepts you'll learn include:
- Evaluate sport industry decisions using discipline-specific knowledge, and ethical, evidence-based reasoning.
- Analyze the relationship between sport and society by examining stakeholder impacts, cultural context, and equity considerations.
- Apply leadership theories to sport organizations through situational leadership practices.
- Synthesize perspectives from multiple sport-related disciplines to analyze complex problems and propose solutions.
- Produce professional quality written and oral communication by creating professional-quality materials.
- Collaborate in diverse teams to develop creative solutions to sport industry challenges.
- Communicate sport-related research or data by evaluating evidence and presenting defensible conclusions.
- KINE 6530 Ethical & Legal Issues in Sport
- KINE 6510 Business of Sport
- KINE 6540 Sport Branding and Communication
- KINE 6370 Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) & Athlete Brand
Click here for a listing of the MS in Sport Administration’ required courses and course descriptions.
To receive an MS in Sport Administration degree, students must complete seven required core courses and choose one of two pathways: athlete performance or athlete management. Students will complete the 4 courses aligned with their chosen pathway, for a total of 33 credits. Graduate students seeking to enroll in more than nine credit hours per semester require approval from the Program Director. Students must also apply for a degree at the beginning of the semester in which the student plans to complete all required coursework. Applications for degree conferral are now online and will appear in a student's Gibson account when available.
How an 8-Week Term Works
A course taken during an eight-week term covers the same material and earns the same credit as a traditional 16-week course. Classes are offered in an asynchronous format, offering you greater flexibility to accommodate your schedule. This accelerated format lets you focus on shorter classes while staying on track to complete your degree.
Not sure if an 8-Week term is right for you? For more information, visit our 8-Week Terms page.
A Specialized, Interdisciplinary Degree With Name Recognition
Tulane University is a world-renowned institution and home to the Center for Sport—a one-of-a-kind, interdisciplinary alliance of sports industry professionals, academics, and athletes. Learn from professors who have real-world experience in the sports industry at all levels of play, in all areas where sport touches people. Visit our Kinesiology program’s YouTube playlist to learn more about the degrees and certificates you can earn to accompany a master’s while becoming more familiar with the application process at Tulane SoPA.
Faculty Who Practice What They Teach
Our Kinesiology faculty are outstanding practitioners in the field who share their expertise and experience with our students.
Faculty Feature
“Students in KINE 6540 Sport Media and Communications dive into the fast-paced world of sports media, gaining experience in digital storytelling, media relations, and branding. They graduate ready to shape the future of sports communication.”
Cornell Sneed, Ed.D.
Kinesiology Faculty
A Career in Sports—A Competitive Edge
Whether you’re advancing from athletic training or coaching, or aiming for leadership roles in sport administration, security, or operations, this program equips you with the specialized skills and professional edge to stand out in a competitive field.
Career paths for Master's in Sport Administration graduates include:
- Athletics Director / Assistant Athletics Director
- Head or Assistant Coach
- Director of Sports Management
- Director of Event or Stadium Security
- Special Events Coordinator
- Sports Facilities Manager
- Team Programs & Operations Manager
- Sport Business Operations Manager
- Club Sport Director
- Lecturer in Sport Studies
- Director of Compliance
- Media Relations Specialist
- Tournament Director
“What I enjoyed most about being a SoPA student was the encouragement and patience of the professors as well as the flexibility of the online classes. I’m extremely grateful for that experience and the opportunity to earn my master’s degree at a manageable pace.”
Engaging & Flexible Student Experience, On-Campus & Online
Partnerships that translate into industry certifications, credit for experience, & career advancement opportunities.
Never watch a boring PowerPoint. We’ve developed the most interactive courses around.
Our courses are constantly refreshed and informed by what leaders in kinesiology fields expect from graduates.
Navigate degree requirements and prepare for the workforce with help from our academic advisors and career counselors.
Master's in Sport Administration Tuition and Aid
The School of Professional Advancement is more affordable than traditional private university tuition. With limited fees and a 20% tuition discount (if qualified), the cost is on par with many state schools.
All tuition is charged by the credit hour, and we have minimal fees. Visit our tuition page to see our current tuition rates and use our net price calculator.
We strive to make higher education affordable by offering 20% discounts, financial aid, and credit for work and life experience. Learn about financial aid, discounts, and scholarship opportunities to fund your MS in Sport Administration today.
