Overview

In our 30-credit hour, this 100% online Sport Administration (Online) programme from Xavier University , you receive the instruction needed to pursue a variety of professional roles and develop your leadership skills for success in one of today’s fastest-growing industries. Areas of focus include sport management, sport marketing, sport finance, personnel, legal issues and NCAA rules and regulations.

Career

Athletic Director

Athletic directors oversee and manage all aspects of sports programmes, including budgets, fundraising, athletic staff, scheduling, marketing, ticket sales, facility equipment and facility operations.

Sports Executive

Sports executives are part of the top management of sports teams. Their roles can include managing ticket sales, marketing and communications, public relations and financial decision-making.

Media Relations Director

Media relations directors build relationships with members of the media, manage communications plans, approve talking points, and write and distribute press releases on behalf of their respective teams.

Guest Services Manager

Guest services managers provide guests with a safe and comfortable experience and oversee managing all direct services to guests while they’re in a venue.

Facilities and Event Manager

Facilities and event managers ensure facilities and venues’ equipment, property and grounds have been maintained and repaired. They also oversee bookings for events and communicate with clients to determine facility needs.

Marketing and Advertising Director

Marketing and advertising directors manage the digital and print advertising initiatives for their respective teams, including in-game marketing efforts and sponsorship execution. Additionally, they foster relationships with advertising outlets, manage advertising budgets and run their team’s social media accounts.

Ticketing and Sales Director

Ticketing and sales directors manage the online and printed ticket sales for their respective teams and events. They lead the ticketing and sales staff, foster relationships with season ticket holders, manage ticketing transactions and reservations, and report ticket sales data.

Accounting/Finance Manager

Accounting and finance managers oversee bookkeeping, payroll, and tracking and auditing other financial information for their respective teams.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sport Administration

Sport Research & Statistics

Sports Administration: Marketing

Sports Administration: Finance

Legal & Ethical Issues in Sport & Physical Education

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-17 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00

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Rolling admissions.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cincinnati, United States

Disciplines

Sports Management Sport and Exercise Science View 456 other Masters in Sport and Exercise Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

One official transcript directly from all colleges or universities that you have attended for any undergraduate and graduate course work.

Applicants must have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.8 or higher.

2 letters of recommendation from professional references who are able to assess your potential for success in this programme.

Current resume of work and volunteer experience.

Personal Statement

Please detail how a degree in Sport Administration from Xavier University will help achieve your career goals. Make sure to declare what your career goal are (i.e. what job title you wish to have in the sport industry).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

22170 USD / year

≈ 22170 USD / year
Out-of-State

22170 USD / year

≈ 22170 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

22170 USD / year

≈ 22170 USD / year

Living costs

Cincinnati

United States

1000 - 1650 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Cincinnati

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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