College of Human Development, Culture, and MediaMaster of Science (M.S.) in Sports Leadership
Most fans experience the excitement of sports—but great leadership is what drives success behind the scenes. The M.S. in Sports Leadership prepares students to lead teams, organizations and communities while advancing their careers in the rapidly growing sports industry.
ProgramOverview
Designed for busy professionals, the flexible hybrid format blends online and on-campus learning and can be completed while working full time. Through personalized coursework aligned with individual career goals, students gain practical knowledge and leadership experience while benefiting from Seton Hall's connection to NCAA Division I athletics, the BIG EAST Conference and the Center for Sports Media, with access to industry resources, networking opportunities and internships. Graduates are prepared for careers ranging from athletic administration, coaching and event management to sports media, public relations and athlete representation.
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I get especially energized when I see students discover that they can do and be more than they realize. I’m fortunate that I get to be a participant in what our students do and become.
Admissionrequirements
All applicants must complete our online graduate application and submit the following materials:- Required application fee ($75, waivers available)
- Personal statement (750-1000 words)
- Resume
- Official academic transcripts from undergraduate degree.
- Two letters of recommendation
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Deadline to apply
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CurriculumOverview
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State-of-the-Art
Facilities
You’ll have access to our immersive technological capabilities that support teaching and learning.
CAREERopportunities
Graduates are prepared to pursue roles including athletic director, sports program
or event manager, coach or athletic administrator, corporate partnerships and sponsorship
manager, journalist, sports agency professional, recreation and community sports director.
Whether your goal is to lead an athletic department, manage major sporting events,
develop the next generation of athletes or shape the business and media side of sports,
the M.S. in Sports Leadership provides the strategic leadership skills and industry
knowledge to help you advance your career.
Scholarshipsand financial aid
50%
Amount Scholarships Can Reduce Cost of Degree
Frequently asked
questions
Sports leadership is the practice of leading organizations, teams and initiatives across the sports industry. It combines leadership, strategic management, communication and organizational skills to prepare professionals for careers in athletics administration, sports business, media, event management and community engagement.
While sports management programs often emphasize business functions such as finance, marketing and operations, Sports Leadership focuses on developing the leadership, communication and organizational skills needed to guide teams, manage people, drive change and build successful sports organizations. Students learn how to inspire others, lead strategically and make informed decisions in complex athletic and sports business environments.
The program is ideal for aspiring and experienced professionals working in athletics, education, sports media, coaching, recreation, nonprofit organizations and related fields who want to advance into leadership roles.
Yes. The flexible hybrid format combines online and on-campus coursework, making it possible for working professionals to balance graduate study with their careers.
The 30-credit cohort-based program can typically be completed in just over one year of full-time study. Part-time options are also available.
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About Seton Hall University
One of the country's leading Catholic universities, Seton Hall University has been developing students in mind, heart and spirit since 1856.
Home to over 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students and offering more than 90 rigorous majors, Seton Hall's academic excellence has been singled out for distinction by The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report and Bloomberg Businessweek.
Seton Hall's 58-acre main campus is located in the quaint town of South Orange, New Jersey, only 14 miles from Manhattan. The University's nationally ranked School of Law is located in nearby Newark, N.J. Our new Interprofessional Health Sciences (IHS) campus, situated in the towns of Clifton and Nutley, N.J., opened in July 2018. The IHS campus houses Seton Hall's College of Nursing and School of Health and Medical Sciences, as well as the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
