
Bachelor of Sports Science
Sports Management
The U.S. Sports Academy is bringing years of sports management degree expertise to an in-person format beginning in fall 2023. Come be a part of our exciting new student traditions on campus at USSA!
The sports management program gives students a broad-based knowledge of the management fundamentals of the sports industry. We help students become competent managers in sports organizations by teaching several aspects of the industry: human resources, organization, marketing, facilities, information systems, financial and many more.
Here are a few more ways our program stands out:
Employment in sports occupations is projected to grow 13 percent to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations. Graduates of USSA’s sports management program are qualified to work in these roles:
Accounts Manager/Corporate Partnerships
Athletic Administrator
Athletic Director
Business Development
Financial Management
Gameday/Event Coordinator
Legal Services
Parks and Recreation
Personnel Management
Public Relations
Resort Management
Sports and Health Club Staff
Sports Agent
Sports Camp Director
Sports Content Producer
Sports Information Director
Sports Mediator/Arbitrator
Sportswriter/Blogger
Ticket Sales
Tournament Planner
Youth Sports Coordinator
Major Core and Required Courses
Contemporary Issues in Sports |
Ethics in Sports |
Organization and Management in Sports |
Leadership Principles in Sports |
Business Information Systems |
Human Resources Management in Sports |
Sports Marketing |
Sports Managerial Accounting |
Sports Promotion and Event Planning |
Public Relations in Sports |
Sports Facilities Management |
Sports Law and Risk Management |
Intro to Sports Security Management |
Affordability
We are committed to making your bachelor of sports management degree affordable as well as accessible. We offer a low per-credit-hour fee and don’t require a residency, saving you travel and related costs. You’ll have 16 weeks to complete each course in the bachelor of sports management program and your books are included.
We offer generous scholarships and helpful financial aid. And, we are dedicated to supporting veterans and active military members who selflessly support all of us.
“I was attracted to the Academy by the high academic expectations, vast library resources, distinguished faculty and ability to work at your own pace without giving up your career.”
Deputy Athletic Director and Senior Woman Administrator
Vanderbilt University
B.S.S. Sports Management 2014

Accreditation
The BSS in Sports Management is accredited by the Accreditation Counciil for Business Schools and Programs