Overview

Required courses will provide students with a well-balanced perspective of the industry; elective courses allow students to focus on topics they find applicable and interesting related to the sport and physical activity industry. Students will have the opportunity to participate in coursework, independent study, internships, workshops, and professional site-based experiences.

We also offer a dual degree option, partnering with Jiao Tong University (SJTU) in China.

Career exploration/opportunity

The Sport Management program of the University of Minnesota prepares students to work in leadership and management roles with intramural and community athletic programs, university and college sports programs, and amateur and professional athletic leagues.

Sport management careers often take place behind the scenes. Possible careers are:

Athletic director

Development director

Marketing and social media manager for sports-related company

Event marketing associate for sports company

Athletic communications director

Facilities manager

Fitness club manager

Public and community relations executive

Fan experience manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sport Finance

Sport Management Ethics and Policy

Programming and Promotion in Sport

Organization and Management of Physical Education and Sport

Legal Aspects of Sport and Recreation

Research Problems in Applied Kinesiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-06-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

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July 1 (preferred May 1) - Fall semester admission

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

A bachelor's degree

A preferred 2.5 or higher GPA

Strong statement indicating purpose for MEd in sport management and how the applicant's experience, education and goals fit with the program.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33552 USD / year

≈ 33552 USD / year
Out-of-State

33552 USD / year

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In-State

21264 USD / year

≈ 21264 USD / year

Living costs

Minneapolis

United States

1130 - 2045 USD / month

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Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Living costs

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Financing

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