Professional Master of Sports Administration
Ohio University

Program Details

With Ohio University’s Online Master of Sports Administration (OMSA) degree, you can score the credential you need to advance your career. Ranked as a #1 Online Sports Administration Degree Program1, the OMSA strengthens your skill set so you can build a successful sports leadership career.

This 36-credit program combines the flexibility of online learning with crucial, in-person networking and residency opportunities. As you earn your degree, you will develop a firm mastery of concepts essential to sports leadership, including sport law, analytics, sport marketing, diversity, revenue strategy, and more. Together, these outstanding qualities make the OMSA worthy of recognition by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation, a specialized body promoting excellence in sport management education at both the baccalaureate and graduate levels. 

When you graduate with your OMSA, your education will empower you to pursue a range of leadership roles. Whether you pursue opportunities in college athletics, professional sports, sports media, or sports marketing agencies, you will be able to apply with confidence, and skills that will sustain you throughout your career.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Ohio University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

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

Additional Info

  • Applicants should have a minimum of three years of professional experience in the sports industry.
  • Students are provided up to six on-site residency experiences on campus or in conjunction with top industry Conferences (i.e., National Sports Forum). Students are required to earn five special topics credit hours that are offered in conjunction with residencies. There are alternative options to make up work for special topics for students unable to attend residencies in person.