Sports Management Degree

The sports management program at University of Wisconsin – Parkside prepares students for a career in academic and professional sporting groups, fitness, and health-focused positions with athletes, and retail management for sporting goods. The program focuses on applying business, coaching, and physical education, administration and management of athletic programs and teams. Program courses include: program planning and development, business and financial management principles, sales, marketing, and recruitment, scheduling and management, public relations, legal aspects of sports, and applicable health and safety standards. Get more details below including other Wisconsin colleges that offer sports management degrees.

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University of Wisconsin – Parkside

800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI

University of Wisconsin - Parkside provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Kenosha, WI and publically funded. Enrollment at University of Wisconsin - Parkside exceeds five thousand yearly.

Areas of study available at UW-P include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Most students accepted to University of Wisconsin - Parkside score in a range of 18 to 23 on the ACT. 83% of those students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 53% choose to attend.

Tuition & fees at University of Wisconsin - Parkside are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $7,600 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $16,000 annually. On-campus housing is available for students and costs around $4,400 per year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for University of Wisconsin - Parkside is the "Rangers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at uwp.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Wisconsin – Parkside has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Coaches and Scouts

Description

Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching degrees should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, coaches and scouts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Oshkosh-Neenah, WI
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Annual Salary: $34150

Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors

Description

Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, fitness trainers and aerobics instructors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Oshkosh-Neenah, WI
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $10.27
  • Average Annual Salary: $21350

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).