This program is accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE). Minot State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
The MS in Sports Management is a flexible and affordable program designed for today’s sports administrators, combining advanced management principles with specialized knowledge in sports law, media, event planning, finance, and psychology. Taught by experienced professionals, the curriculum emphasizes key areas like law, marketing, human relations, and communication to prepare you for leadership roles in the dynamic sports industry.
Program Type: Master
Offered: On Campus, Online
Credit Hours: 33
Time to Complete: 4-5 Semesters
Department: Department of Business, Graduate School
11:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
1:1
tutoring, academic advising, and career coaching
Program Highlights
Flexibility
Our MS in Sports Management courses are offered online, making it possible for you to attend class regardless of where you live, work, or travel. Business courses can be completed on campus or online in 4 or 5 semesters.
Unique Offering
Minot State’s Master of Science in Sports Management is the only graduate degree of its kind in North Dakota and one of the most affordable online options in the United States.
Career Outlook
Prepare for leadership roles in various fields, including athletic administration, coaching, sports management, marketing, athletic training, campus activities, recreation, development, and media/sports information.
Careers & Outcomes
103K
Median annual salary for postsecondary education administrators
→ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Top Careers
- Athletic Administration
- Coaching
- Business & Sports Management
- Marketing & Promotions
- Athletic Performance & Training
- Campus Activities
- City Recreation
- Development & External Relations
- Media/Sports Information
Questions? We're Here to Help
Dr. Cyriac Joy
Co-Director and Assistant Professor
701-858-3291
cyriac.joy@minotstateu.edu
Dr. Terry Ferebee Eckmann
Co-Director and Professor
701-858-3155
terry.eckmann@minotstateu.edu
