Sports Management Degree

The sports management program at Lorain County Community College prepares students for a career in academic and professional sporting groups, fitness, and health-focused positions with athletes, and retail management for sporting goods. The program focuses on applying business, coaching, and physical education, administration and management of athletic programs and teams. Program courses include: program planning and development, business and financial management principles, sales, marketing, and recruitment, scheduling and management, public relations, legal aspects of sports, and applicable health and safety standards. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer sports management degrees.

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Lorain County Community College

5202 Timber Commons Drive, Sandusky, OH

Lorain County Community College, located in Elyria, Ohio, was founded in 1963 to serve Lorain County and provide access to post secondary education for its residents. During the first year of operation Lorain School of Technology was made part of LCCC, expanding the schools offerings through pre-existing programs. The school's initial fall enrollment was 1006 students, a number which has grown since its founding to nearly 14,000 annually. The school moved to its current location in 1966, and was the first Ohio Community College to have a permanent campus. Since that time the school has expanded its campus facilities, adding new buildings dedicated to health sciences, engineering, mechanical services, physical and social sciences, and more. The school is operated and maintained by LCCC District Board of Trustees, which has nine members, six appointed by commissioners, and three appointed by the governor of Ohio.

Academics

Lorain County Community College offers a large variety of programs aimed at preparing students for further educational opportunities and study through transfer, or for career training and education for entry into the workforce. Transfer programs are designed to assist student in pursuing higher education by allowing them to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by transfer to a college or university complete the final two years in earning one's bachelor degree.  Transfer to Ohio based public institutions is made easier through agreements in place that admit students if they meet certain academic prerequisites. Transfer to out of state and private institutions may be more difficult due to varying admissions requirements, and as such it is recommended that any student seeking transfer meet with a counselor to outline an appropriate transfer curriculum.

Career training programs provide students with the skills, abilities, and knowledge necessary to enter the workforce as qualified professionals. These programs take between one and two years to complete, and confer a certificate or degree that demonstrates competency. Courses are either classroom or practical, with practical courses allowing student to experience and perfect methods and techniques used in real world settings under the supervision of specialists and trained professionals. These programs reflect local needs and offered through workforce development agreements between the school and local business, reflecting positions and skills that are in high demand.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Communication
• Journalism
• Medical Assisting
• Practical Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid

As a public, 2 year, open enrollment institution, any individual wishing to attend Lorain County Community College may do so if they meet the minimum requirements for admissions, supply a completed application along with transcripts and test scores (if available), and pay all accrued fees. Students may also be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. Students should meet with a counselor to discuss goals, programs and curriculum, and the school recommends participating in orientation to familiarize themselves with the school and campus.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, work study programs, and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used by the school when determine the extent of the student's financial needs and aid program eligibility when constructing his or her financial aid packet.  Aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lorain County Community College has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Coaches and Scouts

Description

Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching degrees should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, coaches and scouts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors

Description

Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, fitness trainers and aerobics instructors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.4% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).