Master of Science in Sport Coaching, Leadership & Administration
Michigan State University

Program Details

Sports leaders need to possess a mixture of skills in positive youth development, sport psychology, physiology, and more. This online master’s degree in Sport Coaching, Leadership, and Administration provides students with all the sport, teaching, and leadership abilities they need to run highly effective sports programs.

In addition to online coursework on a variety of topics, students will complete a semester-long practicum and a capstone project. This online sports management degree prepares you to lead athletes at the youth, high school, collegiate, and professional levels. Students can choose from concentrations in Coaching or Sport Administration.

Classes in this online physical education degree examine topics such as:

  • Risk management, safety, and injury control
  • Reflective practice skills
  • Sport science knowledge
  • Effective sport pedagogy
  • Principles of sport marketing, communications, economics, and budgeting

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Michigan State University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Michigan State University is accredited by: The Broad College of Business at MSU has been accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) since 1953. AACSB International Accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent, Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s)