What Can I Do With A Major In...
Sport Management |
| This field of study focuses on building a knowledge base of the major functional areas of business and developing an understanding of the specific concerns in sport related businesses. The organization and tasks of management, accounting, finance and marketing are emphasized. The areas of sports law and ethics, special events planning and sports information and communication are explored. Career options are found with professional teams, sports facilities, fitness clubs and sporting good manufacturers and retailers. |
CAREER POSSIBILITIES* |
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| Team General Manager | Coach | Video Coordinator |
| Business Manager | Athletic Director | Traveling Secretary |
| Professional Scout | Physical Ed Instructor | Community Relations Dir. |
| Marketing Director | Group Sales Manager | Franchise Licensing Agent |
| Promotions Director | Umpire/Referee | Scoreboard Operator |
| Team Publicist | Sports Writer/Columnist | Public Address Announcer |
| Public Relations Director | Sportscaster | Game Production Manager |
| Ticket Manager | Sport Program Coordinator | Sports Announcer |
| Box Office Manager | Concessions Manager | Stadium Manager |
| Equipment Manger | Personal Trainer | Sports Psychologist |
| Sports Agent | Health Club Manager | Nutritionist |
| Sports Statistician | Manufacturer’s Rep. | Conditioning Coach |
| Publicist | Parks & Recreation Dir. | Athletic Trainer |
| Sports Event Coordinator | Sports Store Manager | Youth Sports Camp Dir. |
| Contract Negotiator | Director of Facilities | |
| *positions are at various levels, some of which require graduate degrees | ||
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SOURCES |
| Occupational Outlook Handbook |
Books Available at the Office of Career Services:Athlete’s Guide to Career Planning by Al Petitpas, Delight Champagne, Judy Chartrand, Steven Danish, and Shane Murphy Career Opportunities in the Sports Industry by Shelly Field Job Seekers Guide by Eastern College Athletic Conference Sports Information Directors’ Association |
