The sport industry is complex, requiring knowledge in various academic fields. The Purdue University Master of Science in Sport Management is an interdisciplinary program offered by the Department of Health and Kinesiology. Courses are taught at both the Indianapolis and West Lafayette Purdue University locations. You will select electives from business, science, technology, communication and other disciplines that match your interests. Required hands-on learning opportunities are facilitated through partnerships with Purdue Athletics, Indiana Sports Corporation and other industry leaders.

Program Highlights

• Earn your master’s degree in sport management in two years.
• Experience a comprehensive and dynamic curriculum tailored to aspiring sport management professionals. 
• Follow a Personal Professional Development Profile (PPDP) roadmap designed with your areas of interest, growth and specialization.
• Gain valuable, practical experience through our partnerships with three premier sport organizations — Purdue Athletics,  Indiana Sports Corp and the France A. Cordova Recreational Sports Center — while earning six credit hours.
• Receive regular check-ins and job coaching from our director of experiential learning based in Indianapolis.
• Attend classes at Purdue facilities in West Lafayette and Indianapolis, a city known for its sports facilities, sports organizations and headquarters, and major sporting events.

Potential Careers

• Athletic director
• Business manager
• Community partnerships specialist
• Event manager
• Facility manager
• Gameday coordinator
• Marketing and fan engagement director
• Operations manager
• Parks and recreation manager
• Player personnel
• Player representation agent
• Public relations specialist
• Resort manager
• Revenue generator
• Sport camp director
• Sport content producer
• Sport information director
• Sports analyst/technology specialist
• Sportswriter/blogger
• Team sponsorships coordinator
• Ticket manager
• Youth sports coordinator