Human Kinetics - Sport Management University of Ottawa

Overview

The Human Kinetics - Sport Management at the University of Ottawa provides a comprehensive professional education designed for those seeking leadership roles in the global sports industry. This course-based programme integrates rigorous academic theory with practical applications to prepare graduates for the complexities of modern sport administration. Students benefit from a curriculum that balances core business principles with the specific socio-cultural dynamics of physical activity.

Why Human Kinetics - Sport Management at the University of Ottawa?

The university is ranked among Canada’s top 10 research institutions, offering a vibrant academic environment just steps from Parliament Hill. Students gain unique insights from sport industry executives and participate in real-life projects that bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional practice. The Faculty of Health Sciences maintains strong collaborations with numerous hospital-affiliated research institutes and specialised centres, such as the LIFE Research Institute and the Interdisciplinary Centre for Black Health. A central feature of the programme is the 360-hour supervised internship, which is specifically designed to foster personal and professional development within a chosen sport organisation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 10000 per semester
• National fee: CAD 3350 per semester

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Organizational Theory in Sport and Physical Activity
• Sport Event Management
• Marketing and Sponsorship of Sport and Physical Activity
• Organizational Behaviour in Sport and Physical Activity
• Financial Management of Sport and Physical Activity
• Internship in Administration of Sport and Physical Activity
• Critical Analysis and Reflection on Theory and Practice in Sport Management
• International Sport Management
• Legal Issues and Risk Management in Sport

Careers with Human Kinetics - Sport Management

Graduates are equipped for diverse management and leadership roles across the amateur and professional sport sectors. The programme prepares individuals for careers in sport marketing agencies, national sport governing bodies, and professional leagues. Potential roles include event coordinator, sport marketing manager, financial officer for athletic organisations, and policy analyst. By combining theoretical knowledge with a practical internship, the programme ensures graduates are ready to manage the legal, financial, and organisational challenges of the contemporary sport landscape.