Sports Management Degree

The sports management program at Webber International 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 Florida colleges that offer sports management degrees.

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Webber International University

757 Hoyt Street, Chipley, FL

Webber International University is a nonprofit private institution located in Babson Park, FL and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The low student to teacher ratio and access to teachers is due primarily to the limited enrollment, approximately 800 students, maintained by Webber International University.

Students can pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Commerce
• Business Administration
• Parks and Recreation Management
• Accounting
• Advertising and Marketing

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Very common test scores among applicants admitted to this school are within the range of 17 to 21 for the ACT exam, or 855 to 1020 for the SAT exam. An estimated 60 percent of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 48 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll.  Detailed information from the admissions office can be found by reaching out to Webber IU or by requesting information here.

Tuition is approximately $22,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $5,400 annually. Some students at Webber International University may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Webber International University "Warriors" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at webber.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Webber International University has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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

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).