Master of Science (MS) in

Hospitality Management, concentration in Sport Hospitality

Online

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Hospitality Management with a concentration in Sport Hospitality will give you unique insight into athletics, tourism and entertainment settings to equip you to meet the demands of this growing industry.

Online Program Format

30 Credit Hours

$480 Tuition Per Hour

Take the Next Shot for Your Career

Differentiate yourself and add value to the leadership level by earning a master’s concentration tailored to this field.

Faculty with years of experience and expertise will guide you through 30 credit hours of online coursework designed to develop your understanding of hospitality management and its nuanced applications in a sports venue. The curriculum covers topics such as hospitality law, sport properties and venue management, sales and entrepreneurship, and strategic leadership. This specialized master’s will complement your industry experience to prepare you for professional success.

Application Deadline	Applications accepted year round
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Curriculum

The MS in Hospitality Management, concentration in Sport Hospitality program requires the completion of 30 credit hours. Students have the option of completing a thesis or non-thesis track. Please note that courses are subject to change and may be offered during different terms (fall, spring, and/or summer). Each semester, students will meet with an advisor for course specifications and semester offerings for the upcoming academic term.

*For both options, a grade of “B” or higher must be earned in all courses.

Thesis Option

24 credit hours and thesis*

Required Courses (30 hours)

HES 509 Research Methods
HSM 500 Sport Management Principles and Practices or HSM 552 Sport Business Management – Trends & Issues or HSM 596 Seminar Hospitality Management
HSM 521 Hospitality Law and Risk Management
HSM 551 Sport Properties and Venue Management
HSM 555 Sports Sales & Entrepreneurs or HSM 580 Consumer Behavior in Hospitality and Tourism
HSM 559 International Strategies in Sport or HSM 576 Strategic Management in Hospitality and Tourism
HSM 561 Marketing, Sales and Public Relations in Sports
HSM 575 Sport and Hospitality Financial Management
HSM 599 Thesis Research (3 hours for 2 semesters = 6 hours)

Non-Thesis Option

30 credit hours and capstone project*

Required Courses (21 hours)

HSM 521 Hospitality Law and Risk Management
HSM 551 Sport Properties and Venue Management
HSM 555 Sports Sales & Entrepreneurs or HSM 580 Consumer Behavior in Hospitality and Tourism
HSM 559 International Strategies in Sport or HSM 576 Strategic Management in Hospitality and Tourism
HSM 561 Marketing, Sales and Public Relations in Sports
HSM 575 Sport and Hospitality Financial Management
HES 509 Research Methods

Electives (Choose 3 for 9 hours)

HSM 500 Sport Management Principles & Practice
HSM 552 Sport Business Management – Trends & Issues
HSM 560 Fellowship in Sport Management
HSM 570 Leadership in Hospitality & Sport
HSM 576 Strategic Management in Hospitality & Tourism
HSM 580 Consumer Behavior in Hospitality & Tourism
HSM 596 Seminar in Hospitality Management
CSM 506 Consumer Management Quality Assurance
CSM 508 Consumer Quality Management Systems
CSM 515 Customer Service Management
CSM 525 Conflict Resolution Workplace
CSM 528 Processes of Negotiation
CSM 537 Developing The Leader Within

Admission

To be considered for admission, an applicant for the MS in Hospitality Management, concentration in Sport Hospitality, must have the following:

One of the following:
- Minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA
- Minimum 3.0 GPA on last 60 hours
Three letters of recommendation
Statement of Purpose (Include in the Header: Hospitality Management, concentration in Sport Hospitality). Students should also include in their statement why they have chosen this area of study and how it will apply to their personal and/or professional goals.

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