Sports Management Degree

The sports management program at Saint John Fisher 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 New York colleges that offer sports management degrees.

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Saint John Fisher College (Fisher)

2215 Genesee Street, Utica, NY

About
St. John Fisher College is a four year private institution located in Rochester, New York. The school was founded in 1948 by the Basilian Fathers and James E. Kearny, an Archbishop in the Catholic Church. In 1968 the school obtained independence from the Catholic church, and though originally a men's college, it became coeducational in 1971. The school has grown in scope and size, currently serving nearly 4000 students a year. The increase in enrollment has increased housing requirements and facilities for the school, including the addition of a nursing school and school of pharmacy. Currently the school is looking to expand further, potentially establishing a law school in downtown Rochester.

Academics
St. John Fisher College offers a number of undergraduate and graduate programs, ensuring that students will be able to fulfill their academic and professional goals through a field of study of their choosing. The school is constantly updating and reviewing programs to ensure that they meet modern standards, and believes in providing the best education possible. These programs are administered by a variety of schools that comprise the institution at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• History
• Marketing
• Philosophy
• Psychology

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students who wish to enroll at St. John Fisher College must complete the application for admission, which may be submitted online or through a physical copy. Students must also provide standardized test scores and transcripts, as well as a personal statement. Students may also choose to provide letters of recommendation and an activities resume. Once received, the admissions office will review the application and material and provide a final decision as soon as possible.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will be used to determine need eligibility and awards. Students may also be asked to provide additional financial information to ensure accuracy prior to the disbursement of funds. Additionally, certain loan programs will require a separate application.

Athletics
The St. John Fisher College Cardinal compete in a number of intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA Division III. Intercollegiate athletics provide students with a forum for healthy competition that allows them to experience personal and team success while developing skills such as discipline, good health and teamwork which will assist them in their academic and professional careers. Additionally, athletic provide students the opportunity to bond with others, work toward a common goal, and increase school spirit amongst all students as well as faculty.

Athletic programs offered:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Field Hockey
• Golf
• Lacrosse
• Rowing
• Soccer
• Softball
• Tennis
• Track and Field
• Volleyball

Students Enrolled in the Sports Management Program

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

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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

• Utica-Rome, NY
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Annual Salary: $44170

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

• Utica-Rome, NY
  • Average Hourly Rate: $11.84
  • Average Annual Salary: $24620

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