What Can I Do With A Major In Sport Management?
The sport management major is intended for those who desire to play a leadership role within the ever-growing world of sports, without necessarily being an athlete. Flagler's sport management major prepares students for careers in all areas of the sports industry, including intramural, intercollegiate and professional athletics; public and private sports clubs; the sporting goods industry; hotels, resorts and travel businesses; and non-profit agencies.
Possible Career Options
(Some may require further education/specialization)Activities Director
Athletes Business Manager
Athletic Trainer
Athletics Director
Camping Administrator
Coach
Collegiate/Professional Sport Manager
Collegiate/Professional Sport Marketing Rep.
Community Relations Director
Corporate Fitness Director
Event Manager
Exercise Program Director
Fitness Program Coordinator
Fitness Trainer
General Manager
Health Club Manager
Intramurals and Recreation Director
Marketing Director
Non-Profit Sport Enterprises Administrator
Operations Director
Park Ranger
Personal Trainer
Physical Education Director
Professional Sports Scout
Promotion Director
Public Relations Director
Publicity Director
Sales and Marketing Director
Sport Enterprises Administrator
Sporting Goods Manufacturer’s Representative
Sports Agent
Sports Events Business Manager
Sports Event Coordinator
Sports Facilities Director
Sports Industry Publicist
Sports Information Director
Sports Nutritionist
Sports Psychologist
Strength/Conditioning Specialist
Talent Agent
Ticket Manager
Wellness Coordinator
Types of Employers
Private & Non-Profit Organizations
Athletic Associations
College Athletic Conferences
Colleges/Universities
Corporate Health Facilities
Country Clubs and Resorts
Health and Fitness Clubs
High Schools
Professional Sports Leagues and Teams
Race Tracks
Speedways
Sporting Goods Companies
Sports Arenas and Stadiums
Sports Marketing and Management Agencies
Tennis Organizations
Government Agencies
Center for Health Promotion and Education
Consumer Product Safety Commission
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Resources and Services Administration
Peace Corps
President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
US Armed Forces
Transferrable Skills
Understands the business of sports
Possesses the ability to supervise and direct others
Makes sound judgments quickly
Thinks creatively and is open to new ideas
Communicates ideas and concepts to others
Reads, writes and speaks proficiently
Possesses strong background in business, marketing and human relations
Organizes, plans, coordinates and directs activities
Inspires productivity and loyalty from others
Responds spontaneously and works well under pressure
Comprehends ethical issues
Builds and leads teams aptly
Possesses proficiency in interpersonal communication
Solves problems and makes appropriate decisions
Experiential Education
Generating information about events, athletes and schedules for a sports team
Assisting in running a sports facility
Coordinating the marketing, promotion and other media for a specific sporting event
Professional Associations
American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance,
aahperd.org
International Ticketing Association,
intix.org
National Association of Sports Officials,
naso.org
National Collegiate Athletic Association,
ncaa.org
Professional Convention Management Association,
pcma.org
Women’s Sports Foundation,
womenssportsfoundation.org
Enhancing Your Employability
Join relevant student organizations to develop leadership skills
Participate in internships and field experience placements
Add an Advertising, Business Administration, Communication, or Marketing minor
Become active in alumni and/or mentor networks
Plan on a graduate degree for advancement
Take part in mock interview opportunities