Master of Arts in Sport Management (MASM)
Faculty
Director: Dr. Trey Cunningham
Faculty: Dr. Trey Cunningham, Mr. Quinn Beekwilder, Dr. Jonathan Evans, Dr. Travis Feezell, Dr. Lindsay Hofferberth
Program Mission
The Department of Sport and Motorsport Management and its Master of Arts in Sport Management will support the mission of Belmont Abbey College by developing highly skilled, ethical, and effective leaders in the sport industry. Grounded in Catholic and Benedictine traditions, the program emphasizes the cultivation of character, virtue, and sound business principles, preparing students to navigate and influence the complex landscape of contemporary sports. Our curriculum combines rigorous academic training in sport management and business practices with practical, real-world applications, fostering critical thinking, strategic decision-making, and innovative problem-solving. Graduates of the Master’s in Sport Management program will be well-equipped to make meaningful contributions to their organizations and communities and serve as stewards of ethical leadership and champions of positive change in the sport industry.
Program Goals
Graduates of the MA in Sport Management program will:
- grow in intellect and virtue as motorsport industry professionals by embracing the Hallmarks of Benedictine Education and Catholic Intellectual teachings, committing to lifelong learning and service.
- acquire strong business acumen and management skills, encompassing financial management, marketing, risk management, and event management, preparing them to lead and innovate in the sport industry.
- meet high satisfaction standards among graduates and employers, reflecting effective preparation for diverse careers in the sport industry.
- develop and apply advanced critical thinking and strategic decision-making skills to analyze contemporary issues and formulate effective strategies in the sport industry through the capstone experience.
Curriculum Requirements
The Master of Arts in Sport Management (MASM) curriculum consists of 31 credit hours of courses.
Program Requirements
| SM600/MM605 | Sport and Virtue | 3 |
| SM610/MM615 | Sport Analytics & Data Management | 3 |
| SM620/MM625 | Advanced Social Media in Sport | 3 |
| SM630 | Event Management in Sport | 3 |
| SM640 | Sport Sales and Sponsorhip | 3 |
| SM650 | Contemporary Issues in Sport | 3 |
| SM660 | Sport Marketing & Communication | 3 |
| SM670 | Sport Finance & Economics | 3 |
| SM680/MM685 | Risk Management in Sport | 3 |
| SM690 | Strategic Leadership in Sport | 3 |
| SM698/MM699 | Professional Development Capstone | 1 |