The complexities and challenges of sport at all levels require a well prepared individual with qualifications in such diversified responsibilities as sport programming, supervision, management, facility planning, promotions and purchasing. This option provides a quality educational experience that will prepare the student in a unique way for a career in the rapidly evolving arena of sport.

The Bachelor of Science in Sport Management will be as unique as Eastern itself and will afford each student an opportunity to receive cutting edge instruction in a practical program of study. The program will culminate in an internship setting giving the student "hands on" experience necessary to secure employment within the industry. The internship courses are offered cooperatively with a variety of sport organizations, including professional sports teams, college athletic departments, community organizations, recreational sports and fitness centers. Starting salary's range from $30,000 - $35,000. For students who go one to get their Master of Science in Sports Administration, salaries improve to $34,000 - $50,000. (Salaries vary depending on particular position and geographical location.)

Students in this program of study have 18 hours of electives, therefore, to improve marketability and employment opportunities students should minor in an area related to this field:: advertising, broadcast news, broadcasting and electronic media, business, public relations, recreation, or visual media.

Downloadable Information for the Sports Management Major