Sports Management Degree

The sports management program at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred 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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SUNY College of Technology at Alfred

Also known as Alfred State College

112 College Road, Loch Sheldrake, NY

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred, a public institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Alfred, New York, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. Alfred State College has an annual student enrollment of around 3,700.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Construction Trades
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Engineering Technology
• Mechanic And Repair Technology

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to apply to Alfred State College. Scores between 18 - 23 on the ACT or 1230 - 1550 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for getting accepted. Alfred State College has an acceptance rate of about 49% of which only 38% decided to attend.

The tuition at Alfred State College varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $7,200 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $12,000 annually. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $6,700 each year. Students attending SUNY College of Technology at Alfred may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.

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

Students Enrolled in the Sports Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SUNY College of Technology at Alfred offers an associate'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

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).