The Graduate Certificate in Professional Sports Administration is designed to give students an in-depth understanding of the professional segment of the sports industry. Through the certificate’s curriculum, students have an opportunity to acquire professional leadership skills and knowledge in various topical areas including sports management, marketing, sponsorship, event management, risk management, and finance.
Credits earned in this certificate may be used to satisfy some of the degree requirements of the Master of Sports Leadership program.
Complete all courses and requirements listed below unless otherwise indicated.
Required Courses
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| LDR 6323 | Event Management | 3 |
| LDR 6435 | Fiscal Practices in Sports | 3 |
| LDR 6440 | Sports Marketing and Promotions | 3 |
| LDR 6460 | Risk Management in Athletics | 3 |
Program Credit/GPA Requirements
12 total semester hours required
Minimum 3.000 GPA required