Online M.S. in Sport and Fitness Administration Curriculum

Coursework in Winthrop University's sport and fitness administration master's degree is delivered by industry experts with specialized knowledge in coaching, global sports, event management, marketing and sport law. You'll receive a comprehensive, rigorous education in sport management that prepares you for diverse careers in the industry.

In the M.S. in Sport and Fitness Administration online program, you'll gain knowledge and abilities related to the effective administration and ethical leadership of private and public sport and fitness organizations, including managing programs, personnel and facilities. Alongside the program core, you can finish the sport and fitness administration master's degree program by completing either a thesis or practicum experience.

A maximum of nine (9) semester hours of graduate work may be transferred to Winthrop's Master of Science in Sport and Fitness Administration from another accredited institution.

Core Courses (30 credit hours)

SPFA 610 Legal Issues in Sport and Fitness Administration (3 credits)

The purpose of this course is to identify basic legal principles that are applicable to sports and fitness management careers and learn how to effectively manage potential legal issues associated with injury, contracts and employee relations.

SPFA 615 Computer Application in Sport and Physical Activity (3 credits)

This course offers students an introduction to computer applications in sport and physical activity. Additional objectives center on the use of the internet, computer security, social media, technology-based professional networking and other sport and fitness administration-related software.

SPFA 625 Management & Leadership in Sport and Fitness (3 credits)

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of management and leadership through a presentation of foundational and contemporary research, practical examples and analytical exercises.

SPFA 630 Sport and Fitness Facility Management (3 credits)

This course will cover numerous issues, from construction-related concerns to marketing facilities, naming rights and concession concerns. Also covered will be topics related to the facility management side of the industry, with special attention paid to back-of-the-house operations such as water, heating, cooling and related activities. This is a comprehensive course focused on applied rather than theoretical knowledge.

SPFA 681 Research Methods in Sport and Fitness (3 credits)

This course is designed to develop the correct application of research methods and statistical process control tools for data-based decision-making relative to continuous improvement in fitness and sport management.

Sport Management Practicum Track (21 credits)

SPFA 619 Sport and Fitness Promotion (3 credits)

This course will review, discuss and analyze fundraising and promotion/marketing principles, techniques and strategies as they relate to athletics and fitness. Students will apply these concepts to a sport promotion and fundraising project.

SPFA 635 Financial Management in Sport and Fitness (3 credits)

This course will examine all aspects of financial management pertinent to sport and fitness organizations.

SPFA 670 Advanced Sport Event Management (3 credits)

This course provides students with the necessary foundations of event management, including conceptualization, staffing, budgeting, financing, promoting, securing and managing.

SPFA 672 Socio-Ethical Issues in Sports (3 credits)

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of ethical and sociological issues in sport and sport management through a presentation of foundational and contemporary research, practical examples and analytical exercises.

SPFA 674 Global Sport Management (3 credits)

This course covers macro and micro perspectives regarding management and organizational theory, ethics, leadership and organizational behavior as applied specifically to organizations involved in international sport.

SPFA 684 Athletic Administration (3 credits)

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SPFA 694 Practicum in Sport and Fitness (3 credits)

This practicum/internship provides students with the opportunity for supervised practical experience in athletic administration, rehab/therapy, fitness or another approved site.

Sport Management Thesis Track (21 credits)

SPFA 619 Sport and Fitness Promotion (3 credits)

This course will review, discuss and analyze fundraising and promotion/marketing principles, techniques and strategies as they relate to athletics and fitness. Students will apply these concepts to a sport promotion and fundraising project.

SPFA 635 Financial Management in Sport and Fitness (3 credits)

This course will examine all aspects of financial management pertinent to sport and fitness organizations.

SPFA 670 Advanced Sport Event Management (3 credits)

This course provides students with the necessary foundations of event management, including conceptualization, staffing, budgeting, financing, promoting, securing and managing.

SPFA 672 Socio-Ethical Issues in Sports (3 credits)

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of ethical and sociological issues in sport and sport management through a presentation of foundational and contemporary research, practical examples and analytical exercises.

SPFA 674 Global Sport Management (3 credits)

This course covers macro and micro perspectives regarding management and organizational theory, ethics, leadership and organizational behavior as applied specifically to organizations involved in international sport.

SPFA 695/696 Thesis (6 credits)

In these courses, students will research and compose a thesis project in a relevant area of interest.

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Winthrop University's online sport and fitness administration management degree gives you the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills to succeed in your career. For more details, you can contact a program manager toll-free at 833/257-1704 or request more information today!