Master of Business Administration in Sports Management Online
A master’s degree is a smart game plan to score a high-level role in sports management. Affordable tuition and a convenient online format make this program a winning choice for busy professionals.
Program Overview
Steer the convergence of sports and business with an MBA in Sports Management
Position yourself as a valuable leader in the rapidly growing global sports landscape by earning a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Sports Management online from USC Aiken. One of the most affordable MBA programs in the state, the 100% online MBA in Sports Management program is AACSB accredited and prepares you for diverse roles in athletic administration, sports marketing, event management, and professional or collegiate sports organizations.
Gain strategic insights into the business aspects of the sports industry. Strengthen your leadership and critical-thinking skills and your foundational knowledge of core business functions, such as finance, marketing, management and accounting. Tailor your sports management MBA to your career goals with electives and flexible core courses.
As a graduate of this online program, you will have the tools and knowledge you need to compete for senior-level roles, such as:
- Athletic Director
- Sports Marketing Manager
- Sports Agent
- Business Development Manager
- Sports Analytics Manager
- Event Manager
- Athletic Director
- Sports Marketing Manager
- Sports Agent
- Business Development Manager
- Sports Analytics Manager
- Event Manager
The University of South Carolina Aiken is an accredited member of AACSB International. AACSB accreditation assures quality and promotes excellence and continuous improvement in undergraduate and graduate education for business administration.
Accreditation
The University of South Carolina Aiken is an accredited member of AACSB International. AACSB accreditation assures quality and promotes excellence and continuous improvement in undergraduate and graduate education for business administration.
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Tuition
Take a look at our budget-friendly tuition
The following is the tuition breakdown for students pursuing a Master of Business Administration in Sports Management online. Tuition is the same for in-state and out-of-state students.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Total With Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA Sports Management | $467 | $1,401 | $13,948* |
Fees:
- Application fee: $45
- Matriculation fee: $85 (a one-time fee for all newly admitted, degree-seeking students)
- International application fee: $100
- International student fee: $300
- Readmitted student fee: $10
- Reinstatement fee: $75 per occurrence
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Calendar
Mark your calendar with these upcoming deadlines
Designed for working professionals, USC Aiken online programs conveniently feature multiple start dates each year. Choose the start date that’s best for you.
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 1/12/26 | 12/1/25 | 12/8/25 | 1/5/26 | 3/1/26 | 7 weeks |
| Spring 2 | 3/16/26 | 2/23/26 | 3/2/26 | 3/9/26 | 5/4/26 | 7 weeks |
| Summer 1 | 5/11/26 | 4/20/26 | 4/27/26 | 5/5/26 | 6/26/26 | 7 weeks |
| Summer 2 | 6/29/26 | 6/8/26 | 6/15/26 | 6/22/26 | 8/14/26 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
Check out the streamlined application process for this sports management MBA
Let’s get started! The admission process is the first step toward earning your online degree. Familiarize yourself with these requirements for the Master of Business Administration in Sports Management online program, along with information on required documentation.
Admission Requirements:
- Online application plus application fee
- Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended
- No GMAT with 3.0 min GPA and conditional admission option for 2.5-2.99
To be considered for the Master of Business Administration online program, applicants need to have a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or international equivalent.
Students are admitted to the MBA Program according to the following criteria:
- Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning with an overall GPA of 3.0 or greater.
- For students with a GPA of 2.50 to 2.99
- May choose to be conditionally admitted and must maintain a GPA of 3.0 in the first twelve credit hours of their graduate coursework
- Or may submit a GMAT/GRE score which will be reviewed by committee and considered wholistically along with grades, degree program, and universities attended. The committee can elect to fully admit the applicant or admit them conditionally as above.
Students will also not be required to take foundation courses.
International Students
International students are welcome to apply for the Master of Business Administration programs. However, this program does not issue Form I-20 documentation for students to enter the United States with an F-1 visa. Since the method of delivery is 100% online, students can enroll in the USC Aiken MBA program from their home country anywhere in the world.
Students who have an undergraduate degree awarded from outside of the United States must take either the TOEFL, IELTS or PTE exams to demonstrate English proficiency. There is no provisional admission based upon English proficiency. Students must meet at least one of the requirements and send official test scores in order to be considered for admission:
- TOEFL paper-based test (PBT): 551 or higher
- TOEFL internet-based test (iBT): 80 or higher
- IELTS: 6.0 or higher band score with no sub score lower than 5
- PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English): 53 or higher
Required Documentation
To successfully complete the application process, you'll need to submit:
- online application
- non-refundable $45 application fee
- final official transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate coursework taken from accredited college or university attended. The transcript must document proof of degree(s) earned.
Official transcripts for all universities attended are to be sent directly from your institution to USC Aiken Graduate Admissions in a sealed envelope. Opened copies of transcripts are not official. Electronic transcripts are accepted only when sent directly from the universities to [email protected]. Electronic copies sent by the student are not considered official.
If you need to submit official documents by mail, send them to:
Attention: Graduate Office
University of South Carolina Aiken
471 University Parkway, Box 35
Aiken, SC 29801
Or email [email protected]
Have a question? Call us at 844-878-3634.
Courses
Preview your courses for your MBA in Sports Management
For the Master of Business Administration in Sports Management, the curriculum is comprised of 10 courses covering 30 credits, including 18 credit hours (6 courses) of business core courses/flexible core courses, a minimum of 6 credit hours (2 courses) of specific specialization courses plus 6 credit hours (2 courses) of elective MBA courses. Courses may not be double counted as flexible core and specialization/elective courses.
Students have the option to take some or all of the following courses at no additional cost to prepare for their core and advanced courses. Students will have access to the course materials throughout the duration of their program as an extra resource.
Students must take the following five courses.
Select one of the following three courses to fulfill the flexible core requirement.
Students must take the following two courses:
Students must select two courses from below to complete 6 additional hours.
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