A degree in sport management provides students with essential theoretical and empirical knowledge, professional skills, learning experiences, and academic support needed to succeed in this professional field. Faculty share their knowledge in management, marketing, communication, finance, law and other fields, and unpack for students how they apply to sport. Coursework in business administration and communication enriches students’ knowledge and experience. The curriculum includes 180 hours of practicum experience, and a final internship places students in the field to prepare them for careers within the sport and recreation industry. This degree prepares students to be leaders in a dynamic and rapidly changing industry. The Department of Educational Leadership and Sport Management offers a major in Sport Management, which leads to a Bachelor of Arts in Sport Management. This degree provides professional preparation for students wishing to pursue a management career with sport organizations or in the sport and recreation industry. Students must complete a core program in sport management and must select an area of specialization from business or communication. Additional information on the areas of specialization can be obtained from the department. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 is required for admission to the major or minor.