Master in Sport Administration and Leadership

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Degree Requirements:

The MSAL curriculum consists of a set of 4 core courses, at least 1 credit of internship, and a capstone project that are required (16 credits). The remaining 32 credits may be taken from the list of electives and/or courses from other programs. At least 17 elective credits must come from the MSAL and SSL lists. There are two areas of emphasis, Leadership in Sport, or Branding in Sport that can be used as guides for students who wish to emphasize in one of these areas. However, students may choose any classes as needed, being cognizant of prerequisites. The 48-credit program may be completed in two years. At least 1 credit of internship is required, but students may choose the total number of internship credits they wish to apply (up to 10) towards the degree. A total of 3 credits of capstone (SADL 5890 or SADL 5990 ) are required. Registration in SADL 5890 or SADL 5990 is required during the quarter specified in the timeline for each particular colloquium option (see MSAL Student Resources Canvas site). With permission, students may transfer up to 9 credits from another educational institution. The pedagogy for the 48-credit degree is learner-centered, with an emphasis on collaborative learning in small groups.

I. Core Requirements

16 credits, including:

SADL 5000 - Research Methods in Sport Management 3 credit hours
SADL 5020 - Social-cultural Basis for Sport 3 credit hours
SADL 5040 - Legal Issues in Sport 3 credit hours
SADL 5120 - Developing Leadership in Sport 3 credit hours
Choose one:
SADL 5890 - Project and Colloquium-Applied Inquiry Option 3 credit hours
SADL 5990 - Project and Colloquium - Research Option 3 credit hours

II. Internship

1 credit of internship is required.

SADL 5950 - Internship 1 to 10 credit hours (1 credit)

III. Program Electives

Choose 32 credits of electives. A maximum of 9 additional credits of internship beyond the 1 credit required may be taken. An area of emphasis in Leadership in Sport or Branding in Sport may be chosen by selecting from the specific courses noted below.

NOTES:

Leadership in Sport suggested courses include: SADL 5050 , 5080 , 5100 , 5110 , 5122 , 5150 , 5180 , 5190 , 5950 (Management Internship)
Branding in Sport suggested courses include: SADL 5060 , 5070 , 5080 , 5110 , 5140 , 5160 , 5180 , 5190 , 5950 (Marketing Internship)
A maximum of 15 credits from other graduate programs may apply with advisor approval.