The mission of the Master of Science in Sports Administration degree program is to effectively prepare students for a variety of leadership positions within athletic and sport organizations at the community, educational, and/or professional levels. Students will be provided quality instruction through the latest distance education technology, opportunities for research and professional development, and field-based experiences. Throughout the program, students will develop understanding of historical and contemporary issues in the field, understand the research process, and represent the program’s goals and objectives in the industry. Individuals completing the program will be ready to assume leadership positions in the sport administration, academic domains, as well as higher education teaching opportunities.
This graduate program is fully online and is offered through the Department of Kinesiology and Human Performance leading to the Master of Science in Sports Administration (SAP) degree. The SAP program is a thirty (30) hour fast track graduate program to accommodate interested individuals with the desire to work in a health or sports setting. Courses are eight weeks with two courses recommended per eight-week session and four courses per semester. These courses must be selected with the advice and approval of the Program Coordinator. The program is concluded with a six-hour Practicum. No more than twelve (12) hours of graduate transfer work may be counted on the degree.
Careers in Sports Administration
- College Professor
- City Sports Recreation Director
- Sports Official
- Recreation Leader
- Health Education Teacher
- Athletic Coach
- Athletic Director
- Physical Education Administrator
- Public Health Education
- Sports Facilities Manager
- Aquatics Specialist
- Choreographer
- Camp Director
- Sports Information Director
- Recreation and Intramural Director
Christopher Herrera, PhD, MBA Chair of Kinesiology and Human Performance, Assistant Professor, & Graduate Program Coordinator GPC 101 C-28 432.837.8375 christopher.herrera@sulross.edu |
Billy Jack Ray, EdD Assistant Professor, Undergraduate Program Coordinator GPC 101 C-28 432.837.8444 billy.ray@sulross.edu |
Shanna Moody, EdD Assistant Professor GPC 101 C-28 432.837.8444 shanna.moody@sulross.edu |
The Department of Kinesiology & Human Performance is also supported by many other adjunct professors who bring specialized knowledge and experience to impart to students. For more information please contact the Program Coordinator.
Master of Science in Sports Administration
Semester I
1st 8 Weeks
2nd 8 Weeks
KES 5307
3 credit hours
KES 5305
3 credit hours
KES 5321
3 credit hours
KES 5322
3 credit hours
Total: 6 sch
Total: 6 sch
Semester II
1st 8 Weeks
2nd 8 Weeks
KES 5315
3 credit hours
KES 5324
3 credit hours
KES 5323
3 credit hours
KES 5325
3 credit hours
Total: 6 sch
Total: 6 sch
Semester III
Full Term
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COMP EXAM + KES 5609
6 credit hours
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Total: 6 sch
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Total Credit Hours Required for Master of Science in Health and Human Performance: 30
Year 1
Semester I
1st 8 Weeks
2nd 8 Weeks
KES 5321
3 credit hours
KES 5322
3 credit hours
Total: 3 sch
Total: 3 sch
Semester II
1st 8 Weeks
2nd 8 Weeks
KES 5323
3 credit hours
KES 5324
3 credit hours
Total: 3 sch
Total: 3 sch
Semester III
1st 5 Weeks
2nd 5 Weeks
KES 5315
3 credit hours
KES 5325
3 credit hours
Total: 3 sch
Total: 3 sch
Year 2
Semester IV
1st 8 Weeks
2nd 8 Weeks
KES 5307
3 credit hours
KES 5305
3 credit hours
Total: 3 sch
Total: 3 sch
Semester V
Full Term
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COMP EXAM + KES 5609
6 credit hours
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_
Total: 6 sch
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Total Credit Hours Required for Master of Science in Sports Administration: 30