Master of Science in Sport Management

College of Health Sciences

The Master of Science in Sport Management program (SPMG) is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to excel in administrative roles within the sports industry. The SPMG program focuses on the high-level management, coordination, and operation of athletic teams, departments, and organizations at the amateur, collegiate, and professional sport levels.

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Now accepting applications for Fall 2026

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Program Overview

As the sports industry expands rapidly, the need for administrators with specialized training becomes more complex and important. A graduate degree in Sport Management is widely recognized by industry professionals and gives graduates an important advantage when seeking employment.

Our SPMG program is a fully-online graduate degree with a focus on practical experiences through real world applications, study abroad, and internships. The 30-credit comprehensive education prepares students for successful careers in the sports industry and only requires 12 to 18 months. Chose from two emphases—Athletic Administration or Sport Performance Management.

PROGRAM TYPE

Graduate Degree

DEGREE

Master of Science in Sport Management

COLLEGE

Health Sciences

MAJOR TRACKS

Athletic Administration
Sport Performance Management

Why Choose Utah Tech

  • Innovative Curriculum: Academic depth and real-world applications prepare you to be a leader in the sports industry.
  • Integrated Teaching: Instruction builds expertise in areas like digital marketing, athlete development, and sport analytics.
  • Online Program: Asynchronous 7-week blocks offer flexibility to complete your degree while still working.
  • Customized Pathways: Tailor your degree with internships and study abroad trips to build a personal career brand.
  • Global Perspectives: Engage with sport operations and governance issues, preparing you to contribute globally.
  • Affordability and Value: Courses taught by industry professionals and low tuition provides a valuable ROI.
  • Degree Completion: Earn your degree in as little as 12 months.
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Program Learning Outcomes

At the successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

  1. Manage multifaceted organizations and their personnel in the development and enhancement of sport operations and performance.
  2. Analyze data sets pertaining to athletic and organizational performance to develop insights and formulate development plans.
  3. Analyze critical issues and apply appropriate principles, models, and strategies to complex and diverse settings in the sport industry.
  4. Evaluate resource acquisition and allocation in athletic departments and its impact on organizational operations and athlete development, health, and performance.
  5. Combine theoretical knowledge with its practical application through experiential learning and practice.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree: Must hold a B.A. or B.S. from a regionally accredited institution or its international equivalent.
  • Resume/CV: A copy of your resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Letter of Intent: Your letter should indicate the emphasis you intend to pursue, as well as contain a summary of your professional goals and career interests and how the program will help you attain them.
  • Recommendations: Submit two confidential letters of recommendation, one of which should be from a professor or individual that can speak to your writing skills and ability to succeed academically at the graduate level.
  • GPA: Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher in the last 60 credit hours of undergraduate studies. Individuals with a GPA lower than 3.0 may be admitted provisionally/conditionally.
  • Official Transcripts: Provide all transcripts from previous institutions.
Applicants are admitted on a rolling basis throughout the year. While applicants can be admitted up to the week before the semester begins, the priority deadlines are April 1st for the summer and fall terms and November 1st for the January term. The program is competitive and only enrolls 25 students at any given time. Once the program reaches capacity of 25 students, applications are pushed to the next available term.

Cost

We understand that financing your education is a significant consideration, and we are please to offer one of the lowest price points in the country for a graduate degree in sport management. The Master of Science in Sport Management is only $417 per credit, which means the 30-credit program is a total of $12,510. Learn more about tuition by visiting our catalog here.

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Contact

Peter Neibert, Ph.D., LAT, ATC

Associate Dean, College of Health Sciences

Email: peter.neibert@utahtech.edu

Phone: (435) 879-4735

Office: HPC 309

Joseph Lovell, Ed.D.

Program Coordinator, MS Sport Management

Email: joseph.lovell@utahtech.edu

Phone: 435-879-4631

Office: HPC 305