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Sport Management, MS

Educating industry professionals since 1991, USF has established itself as one of the leading sport management master's programs in the world. Our mission is to develop responsible, ethical, and inclusive leaders for the sport industry, who have the current and future technical and management skills required to build winning sport organizations that benefit society. Our locations in San Francisco and Southern California give you broad access to opportunity, and our long track record gives you an inside advantage.

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Apply Now for Summer 2025

The Summer 2025 application is open (San Francisco and Southern California): Round 1 application date is February 1, 2025. Round 1 decisions will be released by March 1st.

Sport Management Program Highlights

  • A Legacy of Sport Management— Our track record of educating industry professionals since 1991 gives you an insider's edge in the world of sports. Tap a network of over 2,500 alumni who are leaders in the industry as you spend 1,000 hours of internship experience with professional teams, universities, and agencies worldwide.
  • Locations in San Francisco and Orange County— Seek internships and jobs from Sacramento to San Diego. With our full-time faculty teaching at both campuses, you can seamlessly transfer from one campus to another. Earn a Master of Science in Sport Management degree in 23 months with classes one evening a week.
  • Leaders of the Sports Industry— Our professors are TV hosts, sports broadcasters, athletic directors, and front-office executives. You'll learn by doing, not just by listening, and our professors, guest speakers, staff, alumni, and fellow students give you referrals to key people for insight on career strategies, organizations of interest, and new opportunities.

Rapidly Grow Your Career In Sport Management

The sports industry is ever-evolving, fueled by innovation and advancements that increase engagement with spectators, grow revenue, and make athletes faster and stronger. Strategic, passionate leaders can tap into growth opportunities in the sports industry.

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Sport Management, MS

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San Francisco, CA

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480 South Batavia St.
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