Kinesiology: Sport Management, BA
If you're passionate about sports, recreation, and fitness, the Sport Management BA will prepare you to transform that passion into a meaningful and rewarding career. You’ll gain a strong foundation in sport business while building key skills in marketing, finance, law, and management.
Prepared to lead in your field, you will hone skills in analyzing ethical, legal, and sociocultural issues and learn to apply them to managerial decision-making and policy. Experiential learning is an essential component of our program; you will complete an internship to develop networking skills and professional connections.
Sport Management Curriculum
Earn an Kinesiology: Sport Management, BA and a Single-Subject Teaching Credential at Saint Mary's in just four years through our Single Subject Teaching Credential Integrated Pathway!
What can you do with a Sport Management degree?
A BA in Sport Management prepares students for successful careers across a wide range of professional fields—from athletics and recreation to business and marketing.
Athletic Director
Oversee athletic programs at schools, colleges, or organizations—managing budgets, hiring coaches, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Program Coordinator
Plan and implement sports and recreation programs for schools, community centers, or nonprofit organizations.
Facility Manager
Manage daily operations of sports complexes, arenas, or fitness centers, including maintenance, scheduling, and safety protocols.
Operations Assistant
Support team or facility operations, from managing equipment and game-day logistics to handling administrative tasks.
Sponsorship Coordinator
Build partnerships with brands and businesses, manage sponsor relationships, and activate sponsorship agreements for teams or events.
Sports Medicine Liaison
Support the connection between sports teams and healthcare professionals, ensuring athletes have access to care and injury prevention resources.
Event & Recreation Manager
Organize and oversee sporting events, leagues, or recreational programs from logistics to staffing and promotion.
Marketing Associate
Develop marketing campaigns, social media strategies, and promotional content to grow fan engagement and brand visibility.
Student Opportunties
Saint Mary's Testimonials
“The Kinesiology department at Saint Mary's helped me to gain the confidence I would need to pursue a career in sports. The professors are incredibly helpful and want to do everything in their power to help you succeed."
Taj Shokar, Class of 2024
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