Florida Atlantic College of Business
MBA in Sport Management (MBA Sport)
Going Beyond the Business of Sport - On Campus or Fully Online MBA Sport Program
Florida’s original AACSB-accredited MBA andÌýranked No. 10 worldwide for 2023 by SportBusinessÌý- Sport Management degree program is offered both through on-campus classes in Boca Raton, Florida and online classes that can be taken from anywhere in the world.
The Â鶹ŮÀÉ (Â鶹ŮÀÉ) MBA - Sport Management degree program is committed to producing top-notch managers and executives who are practitioner-oriented and are educationally, professionally, and ethically sound.
The MBA in Sport Management at Â鶹ŮÀÉ began its first full year of operation in August, 2000 with the hiring of its first full-time Director, Jim Riordan. Now, Dan Cornely leads the MBA in Sport Management program. Prior to taking over, he worked closely with former Director Dr. Riordan to help increase the job placement rate of the Sport Management students. Since its inception, most of the program's graduates are employed in permanent, and/or full-time sport and/or entertainment industry positions.
The MBA in Sport Management On-Campus program begins fall and spring semester at the Boca Raton Campus, Tuesday and Thursday nights.
The MBA in Sport Management Online program begins each fall and spring semester.
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Program Features
The MBA in Sport Management On-Campus program begins fall and spring semester at the Boca Raton Campus, Tuesday and Thursday nights.
Program Information
Courses are every Tuesday and Thursday evening, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM for 8-week terms, with breaks between semesters. Each class of students begins and progresses through the program together, taking most of the same courses and sharing the same educational experience for the 23 months.
The program consists of 40-43 classroom hours depending on academic and professional background. The pace and intensity of the program are balanced to provide students with optimal opportunities to assimilate knowledge.
A variety of learning methods are employed throughout the program. Case studies, computer simulations of challenging, competitive business situations, problem-solving discussions, team presentations, individual study, lectures, visual presentations, guest speakers, and assigned readings are regularly used. Students also complete research and analytical studies to develop strategic thinking abilities.
The MBA in Sport Management Online program begins each summer, fall, and, spring semester.
Program Information
The Online MBA program consists of 40-43 classroom hours. The pace and intensity of the program are balanced to provide students with optimal opportunities to assimilate knowledge.
A variety of learning methods are employed throughout the program. Case studies, computer simulations of challenging, competitive business situations, problem-solving discussions, team presentations, individual study, lectures, visual presentations, guest speakers, and assigned readings are regularly used. Students also complete research and analytical studies to develop strategic thinking abilities.
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MBA - Sport Management at a Glance...
The MBA - Sport Management degree program combines a superior, rigorous graduate business curriculum with a specialization module that emphasizes the business of sport. Classes are offered both on-campus in Boca Raton, Florida and online. The program is practitioner oriented and students will be expected to participate in out-of-classroom practical experiences at local and regional sport and/or entertainment entities. Please make note of the following guidelines regarding Â鶹ŮÀÉ's MBA - Sport Management program:
- MBA - Sport Management students may not be employed outside of the sport industry during their tenure in the program.
- Students taking classes on-campus must be continually employed or involved with internships throughout their tenure in the program. Students enrolled in the online version of the program are ENCOURAGED BUT NOT REQUIRED to work full-time, part-time or have a current internship. The value of the MBA - Sport Management degree will increase and the overall MBA experience will be enhanced if the student is involved with the industry on a practical and applied basis. All internships and sport-related employment are subject for approval by the program director.
- MBA - Sport Management does not offer a thesis/track option.
- Sport management courses are only available to MBA - Sport Management students.
- Students must be able to have full-time access to the Internet via a home or wireless connection.
Mission Statement
The mission of this program is the training and development of individuals who possess the ability to undertake and complete the rigors of a high-quality, graduate-level business program, for a career in the management and administration of the sport industry. Practical application of learned classroom knowledge is required and will be attained through internship and practical experiences during and after the students’ classroom tenure at Â鶹ŮÀÉ.
Purpose
The primary objective of the Â鶹ŮÀÉ MBA - Sport Management is to train and develop the Sport executive and administrator of the 21st century. A means of attaining that goal will be the instilling of basic and advanced theories and techniques in the disciplines of management, marketing, finance, economics, and accounting. The Â鶹ŮÀÉ MBA - Sport Management is committed to producing top-notch managers and executives who are practitioner-oriented and are educationally, professionally and ethically sound.
Curriculum
The MBA in Sport Management is 40 - 43 credits whether you take it on campus or online.
- 28 credits core MBA
- 12 credits specialization - Sport Management
- 3 foundation credits - Financial Accounting: Foundation accounting may be waived with a previous grade of “B” or better
All courses listed below are 3-credits except where indicated.
Information Sessions
Information sessions are dynamic sessions that will provide you with an overview of our programs. Staff and faculty members are available to answer questions and provide a comprehensive overview of the courses, schedule, enrollment steps, and funding options.
Topics Covered in the Information Sessions:
- Program Features and Flexibility
- College of Business AACSB Accreditation
- MBA Curriculum
- Enrollment Process
- Financial Aid and Funding Options
- Connect with our Staff, Faculty, and Student Ambassadors
Sport Management Core Courses
Sport Management Specialization Courses
Students will choose to take one of the following two electives:
MBA in Sport Management Core Curriculum Courses
Written and verbal communication skills are integrated components in the Executive MBA program. Students must demonstrate communication proficiency appropriate to both the academic and professional environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
The program is available both on campus or can be taken online.
Yes, the online program is available to be taken part-time.
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MBA in Sport Management (MBA SPORT) Student Profile
When you join the Â鶹ŮÀÉ MBA in Sport Management Program you are surrounded by a class of highly-motivated students who have achieved business successes already, and are committed to further enhance their knowledge and career advancement.
Program Length:
- 23 months, 8 week courses
Sessions:
- In-person at Boca Raton campus
- Tuesdays and Thursdays
- 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Ìý
- OR, Fully Online
- 100% Online, from anywhere in the world
- No specific day or time commitment ÌýÌý
Who This Program Is Designed For:
- Seasoned/aspiring business leaders with relevant backgrounds in sports who aim to gain key skillsets in managing the business aspects of the sports industry.
MBA in Sport Management (MBA SPORT) Tuition & Payment Options
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MBA in Sport Management Program Fees
| Program Type | Per Credit Hour | Total Number of Credits | Total Program Cost |
| On-Campus | $900 per credit hour | 40-43 credits total | $36,000 - $38,700 |
| Online | $800 per credit hour | 40-43 credits total | $32,000 - $34,400 |
Program fees for the MBA in Sport Management total between $36,000 - $38,700 for On-campus delivery and $32,000 - $34,400 for Online; course fees are billed per semester for course(s) taken in a particular semester. On average, students can expect to take two courses in the summer semester, three courses in the spring, and three courses in the fall. Students may choose to increase or decrease their course load, and the account billing summary will automatically adjust according to the number of actual courses taken.
Program Fees are the same for Florida residents, out-of-state residents, and international students.
MBA in Sport Management Program Fees include:
- Tuition
- Textbooks and materialsÌý(on-campus only)
- Refreshments and snacks on class nights (on-campus only)
- Digital parking permit
- Student ID card
- Guaranteed schedule for the entire program
- Pre-program orientation
- Access to workshops and seminars
- Full support: advising, tech support, financial services, career guidance
- Lifetime discounted rates on professional development courses
- 24/7 access to dedicated group study rooms
- Microsoft Office productsÌý
- Tutoring services available for quantitative core courses
- Graduation regalia
- Graduation banquet
Financial Information
*The total tuition and fees include per credit hour fees, non-resident fee if applicable, tuition differential, capital improvement fee, financial aid fee, activity and service fee, athletic fee, health fee, technology fee, transportation access, for two years, student ID card, and graduate orientation fee.
**The total tuition and fees include per credit hour fees, non-resident fee if applicable, tuition differential, capital improvement fee, financial aid fee, activity and service fee, athletic fee, health fee, technology fee, transportation access, for two years, student ID card, graduate orientation fee, textbooks and materials (on-campus students only), graduation regalia, and graduation banquet.
For more information regarding the traditional tuition and fees, please visit: Tuition Breakdown
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Financial aid offers are based on a cost of attendance that is constructed based on several components as designated by federal regulations. The cost of attendance includes “Direct Costs” for expenses that are paid to Â鶹ŮÀÉ directly, such as tuition, fees and on-campus housing and meal plans. It also includes “Indirect Costs” for expenses that are not paid to Â鶹ŮÀÉ directly, but that we anticipate you may pay for living and other personal expenses while you are enrolled. Your actual cost may vary. This estimate is for fall and spring semesters only and assumes full time enrollment 9 credits in the fall and 9 credits in the spring. Enrollment for summer has additional costs. Some programs involve additional costs. Please contact your department (or prospective department) if you have questions about additional costs.
Additional Financial Information
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Executive Education Admissions
777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431
phone:
(561) 297-6000
fax:
(561) 297-2179
email:Ìý
faumbasport@fau.edu
map:
Bldg. 103, SF 129
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