Doctor of Education in Global Sport Leadership
East Tennessee State University

Program Details

ETSU’s Doctor of Education in Global Sport Leadership does not require a traditional dissertation. Phew! Instead, students in this online sports management Ph.D. program complete a final Capstone project.

The innovative approach of this sports management program focuses on developing the next generation of visionaries and leaders in academic and professional sports. While the program follows a fully online format, students can opt for global study abroad components for a global perspective. An example of this is a field trip teaching international modes of sports leadership.

You will learn strategic thinking and planning for global sports leaders. Other study topics include:

  • Interpreting and applying analytics in sports
  • Effect of governing bodies on sports leaders
  • Leading internal and external sports
  • Interpersonal relationships in sports

Learning Schedule

Asynchronous

% Online

Mostly Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

East Tennessee State University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Essay/Writing Sample, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • Students are required to attend an international sporting event.