Sports Management

Academics at Hanover:

Your passion for sports combined with business acumen.

Are you ready to turn your love for sports into a thriving career? Hanover College’s Sports Management Major offers a unique blend of specialized education and hands-on experience, designed to equip you with the skills needed to excel in the world of sports business.

Comprehensive Education in Sports Management

Our program delves deep into the business side of sports, preparing students for diverse career opportunities in marketing, event management, facility management and beyond. With a curriculum crafted to reflect the trends and demands of the sports industry, you’ll gain the knowledge and practical experience needed to stand out in this competitive field.

Learn from Industry Leaders

The Sports Management Program is enriched by guest lectures from executives and successful entrepreneurs in various sectors of the sports industry. These expert insights, combined with our commitment to experiential learning, ensure that you’re not only learning in the classroom but also understanding how these concepts apply in real-world scenarios.

Real-World Experience Through Internships

To truly excel in sports management, practical experience is crucial. Assistance and guidance with setting up internships is available via the Levett Career Center.

Develop Essential Professional Skills

In addition to academic and industry-specific knowledge, our program places a strong emphasis on professional development. You’ll participate in activities designed to sharpen your business etiquette, resume writing, and interviewing techniques—essential in Sports Management and any career.

Expand Your Network

Networking is vital in the sports industry, and our program offers numerous opportunities for you to connect with alumni professionals and build lasting relationships. Whether through organized events or organic connections, you’ll leave Hanover with a network of industry and alumni contacts.

Sports Management Major: BUSN 211; BUSN 215; BUSN 325; SMGT 216; 320; 332; 357; 412; COM 319; KIP 330; one course in statistics: MAT 217, MAT 327, ECO 257, or PSY 217; and any one of the following: BUSN 328, SOC 334, COM 246, COM 342, COM 351, or KIP 324.

Total of 12 courses.