Sports Management Degree

The sports management program at Ohio Christian University 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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Ohio Christian University (OCU)

9555 Plainfield Rd, Blue Ash, OH

Ohio Christian University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Circleville, Ohio, the campus resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Protestant (Other) affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Ohio Christian University has an annual student enrollment of approximately 1,800.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Ohio Christian University offers:

• Business Administration
• Theology and Religious Vocations
• Psychology
• Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
• Teacher Education and Professional Development

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Very common scores among applicants admitted to this school are in the range of 17 - 23 on the ACT, or 1220 - 1710 on the SAT exam. 63% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 43% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at ohiochristian.edu.

Tuition is approximately $18,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Some students at Ohio Christian University may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.ohiochristian.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. OCU offers a bachelor's degree program in sports management.

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

Salary & Wages

• Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Annual Salary: $31450

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

Salary & Wages

• Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $29730

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