Overview

Both specializations give you a full understanding of multiple areas of sport management through interdisciplinary classes. Our Kinesiology (Sport Management and Policy) curriculum blends business practices with the needs of the sport industry, studying the place sport has in society, examining the sociological and philosophical dimensions of sport, and governmental and industry policies that apply to it. Students will learn through hands-on, real-world experiential learning and case studies led by our esteemed faculty.

Upon graduation, many of our non-thesis students begin careers at the professional, collegiate, or secondary level, while others explore corporate businesse and sponsorship opportunities. Our thesis students are well prepared to enter research institutions to pursue doctoral degrees.

Our graduates from University of Georgia work in a variety of industries that include the NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, and MLS; with professional sports teams like the Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Hawks, Atlanta United, Atlanta Falcons, Gwinnett Stripers, Dallas Cowboys; within agencies like IMG, Creative Artists Agency, Octagon, and Melt; and with industry-leading organizations like ESPN, the NCAA, Nike, and many more.

Program Highlights

Learn business skills as they relate to the sport industry for graduate or industry work in law, business, and kinesiology
Faculty are experts in marketing and consumer behavior, economics, finance, research and analytics, legal and ethical issues, organizational behavior, sales and strategy, diversity and social justice, and risk management related to sport
Experiential learning opportunities at the top sport business organizations across the world
Located close to every major professional sport league as well as UGA's Athletic Association, Augusta National, East Lake Country Club, and other top sport venues
Ability to combine academic coursework through the Terry College of Business and Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication

Programme Structure

Sample course offerings:

Sport economics and policy
Sport marketing
Sport event management and facilities
Managing the legal aspects of sport
Social aspects of sport
Sport finance
Sport policy and governance
Philosophy and ethics in sport
Sport organizational behavior
Sport sales, fundraising, and revenue generation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

30-36

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, United States

Disciplines

Sports Management Sport and Exercise Science Kinesiology View 422 other Masters in Kinesiology in United States

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

In the Graduate School application, students should upload the following items:

Statement of purpose:Outline your experience and how the program will help you obtain your career goals. Thesis applicants should also specify their research interests. The statement or purpose should not exceed two typed single-spaced page
Resume/vita
Official GRE Scores if applying to the MS thesis program only.The GRE is not a requirement for admission to the MS non-thesis program specializing in Sport Management.
Contact information for three (3) references

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

30182 USD / year

≈ 30182 USD / year
Out-of-State

30182 USD / year

≈ 30182 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9808 USD / year

≈ 9808 USD / year

Living costs

Athens

United States

720 - 1170 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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