Overview

The MBA/MSA Sports Administration and MBA Dual Degree from Ohio University is unbeatable in preparing students for careers in the sport industry. This program recognizes the growing complexity of the sports, facility and entertainment industries, and reinforces Ohio University's commitment to preparing students for the leadership challenges of the future. The MBA program uses a problem-based learning style, immersing students in collaborative projects and working situations that are commonplace in the business world. Students learn business concepts in a real-life context, and develop skills in communication, collaboration and leadership that are essential for success, while developing their ability to be creative, take initiative and accept personal responsibility for their actions.The MSA program combines classroom and practical experience to prepare individuals for leadership positions in the sport industry. An interdisciplinary approach gives students the freedom to choose courses of personal interest and build a foundation of knowledge in their desired career fields, all while working with clients on real-world projects that will be used by sports organizations.

MBA Program

Students begin their graduate studies in Ohio University’s One-Year MBA program. The MBA program is a lock-stepped, three-semester academic program consisting of 42 credit hours in accounting, finance, strategy, management, and marketing among other topics to give students a comprehensive understanding of core business concepts. The program focuses on career-applicable projects and helps students apply their skills through professional development seminars and networking trips.

MSA Program

Students simultaneously enter the sports administration portion of the program upon arrival on campus. The MSA program requires the completion of 36 credit hours. The required courses include Research Methods in Sports Administration, Law of Sports and a spring-quarter capstone course. The remaining credits come from elective courses such as:

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sports & Consumers
Sponsorship in Sports
Facility Management
Revenue Generation in Sports
Athletic Fundraising
Intercollegiate Athletics Governance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-08 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

MBA - 42 credit hours

MSA - 36 credit hours

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be admitted to Ohio University's MBA/MSA dual-degree program, you must generally meet the following requirements:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
1-3 years of professional sport-related work experience, including internships
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Three letters of recommendation
Current resume
Official/certified transcripts (sealed) from all institutions of higher education
Professional goals statement
GMAT/GRE requirement currently waived due to COVID-19
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20034 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20034 USD / year

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In-State

10674 USD / year

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Living costs

Athens

United States

1079 - 1780 USD / month

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