Sports Management Concentration
Program Description
The Sports Management Concentration within the Associate in Science in Business Administration is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a bachelor’s degree in sports management, sport administration, or a related business field.
This concentration combines core business principles with an introduction to the management and operations of sports and recreation organizations. Students examine topics such as sports marketing, event management, facility operations, leadership, and the business of professional and collegiate athletics. Coursework emphasizes strategic planning, communication, and the application of management concepts within the sports industry.
The program provides a strong foundation in business while preparing students for upper-level study in sport-focused management programs.
Transfer Information
The Sports Management concentration is structured to align with bachelor’s degree programs in sports management, sport administration, and related disciplines.
Students are encouraged to work closely with faculty and Advising & Transfer Services to ensure coursework aligns with the requirements of their intended transfer institution. Students planning to transfer within New Jersey should explore the “Transfer Programs” feature on NJ Transfer (www.njtransfer.org) to review articulation agreements and institutional requirements.
Early academic planning is recommended, particularly for students interested in internships and experiential learning opportunities within the sports industry.
Career Information
The A.S. in Business Administration – Sports Management Concentration is designed primarily for transfer. A bachelor’s degree is typically required for professional roles in sports management and athletic administration.
With further education, graduates may pursue careers such as:
- Sports Marketing Coordinator
- Athletic Program Administrator
- Event and Facility Manager
- Ticketing or Promotions Manager
- Recreation Program Director
- Esports or Emerging Sports Industry Professional
Students are encouraged to consult with faculty and Career Services early in their academic journey to explore transfer pathways, internships, and career planning within the sports and recreation industry.
Students are encouraged to keep track of degree requirements by using the “My Progress” screen on Student Planning. Student Planning can be accessed via logging into Ocean Connect.
| First Semester | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 151 | English I | 3 |
| MATH 156 or MATH 166 or (MATH 191 or higher) 1 | 3-4 | |
| STSC 150 | Student Success Seminar 2 | 2 |
| ECON 151 | Macroeconomic Principles | 3 |
| BUSN 134 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 14-15 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| ENGL 152 | English II | 3 |
| MATH 156 or MATH 166 or (MATH 191 or higher) 1 | 3-4 | |
| ECON 152 | Microeconomics Principles | 3 |
| CSIT 123 | Integrated Office Software | 3 |
| ACCT 161 | Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15-16 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| BUSN 251 | Business Law I | 3 |
| ACCT 162 | Principles of Accounting II | 3 |
| HEHP 267 | Sports Management | 3 |
| Humanities or Social Science Gen. Ed. Requirement | 3 | |
| Lab Science Gen. Ed. Requirement | 4 | |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| BUSN 271 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| HEHP 228 | Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries | 3 |
| COMM 154 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
| Humanities Gen. Ed. Requirement | 3 | |
| Electives to meet 60 credits 3 | 2-3 | |
| Credit Hours | 14-15 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 59-62 | |
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Many four-year business degree programs require Precalculus or Calculus as the entry-level math course. Students planning to transfer to Stockton University business programs should take Statistics. Kean Ocean students should take College Algebra and a second math course in Precalculus. Students should speak with an academic advisor when making course selections.
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A variety of STSC -Student Success Seminar courses are available.
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Students should speak with an academic advisor when selecting elective.