Our curriculum is designed to expose students to all facets of sport organizations with an emphasis on developing critical leaders in an ever-changing global industry.
Our curriculum is designed to expose students to all facets of sport organizations with an emphasis on developing critical leaders in an ever-changing global industry.
Our curriculum will expose you to all facets of the sports world, with an emphasis on developing leaders in an ever-changing global sport industry. Classes offer a unique blend of management, leadership, professional development, and sociology, creating the perfect environment to foster skill development, critical thinking, and innovation. We combine foundational classroom education with real-world opportunities and problems, and we pride ourselves on training the next generation of sport management professionals in an inclusive environment designed to stimulate passion, success, and growth.
Why major in Sport Management?
- Curriculum: Sport management is a specialized degree where you will learn to apply business concepts and have a hand in creating the future of the sport industry.
- Networking: You will have the opportunity to connect with HPU Sport Management alumni, sport industry professionals, and fellow students through classroom guest speakers, course projects with local clients, and facility visits.
- Faculty: Our accessible faculty will provide you with one-on-one advising to help prepare you for a successful career in sport.
- Hands-On Experience: Get exposure to internship and job opportunities direct to your email inbox so you can discover your own behind the scenes look into the sport industry.
- Complimentary Minors: If you like other areas of business, you can enhance your professional development by getting a minor in business, events, social media, or something else to fit your passions!

Like elite athletes, our students pride themselves on taking ownership of their development, going above the ordinary, and seeking out challenges. With passionate and dedicated faculty to support their growth, our students thrive under pressure and learn to compete in everything they do!
| Degree Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Major Requirements | 52 |
| University Core Requirements | 48-52 |
| Electives | 20-28 |
| Total | 128 |
| Minor Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Course Requirements | 20 |
| Total | 20 |
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM 1110 | Human Communication | 4 |
| COM 1120 | Introduction to Media Creation | 4 |
| SMG 1010 | Introduction to Sport Management | 4 |
| SMG 1020 | Professional Development in Sport Management | 4 |
| SMG 2100 | Sport Marketing | 4 |
| SMG 2500 | Organizational Behavior in Sport Organizations | 4 |
| SMG 2881 | Management of Intercollegiate Athletics | 4 |
| SMG 3020 | Sport in Society | 4 |
| SMG 3040 | Sport Law | 4 |
| SMG 3050 | Sport Finance | 4 |
| SMG 3060 | Sport Facility Management | 4 |
| SMG 4100 | Strategic Management of Sport Organizations | 4 |
| SMG 4811 | Sport Management Internship | 1-12 (4 Hours Required) |
| Course Descriptions | ||
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SMG 1010 | Introduction to Sport Management | 4 |
| SMG 2100 | Sport Marketing | 4 |
| Required Electives (12 credits) Choose 12 credits from the following list of courses: |
||
| SMG 2500 | Organizational Behavior in Sport Organizations | 4 |
| SMG 2881 | Management of Intercollegiate Athletics | 4 |
| SMG 3020 | Sport in Society | 4 |
| SMG 3040 | Sport Law | 4 |
| SMG 3050 | Sport Finance | 4 |
| SMG 3060 | Sport Facility Management | 4 |
| Course Descriptions | ||
- National Basketball Association
- Charlotte Hornets
- Orlando Magic
- Philadelphia 76ers
- Miami Marlins
- New York Yankees
- Pittsburgh Pirates
- San Diego Padres
- Tampa Bay Rays
- Washington Nationals
- Baltimore Ravens
- San Francisco 49ers
- Washington Commanders
- New Jersey Devils
- Major League Soccer
- Philadelphia Union
- San Jose Earthquakes
- Boston Cannons
- Hendrick Motorsports
- Muddy Creek Motorsports
- USA Baseball
- USA Track and Field
- Philadelphia Soul
- Carolina Thunderbirds
- Winston-Salem Dash
- Durham Bulls
- Greensboro Grasshoppers
- Atlantic Coast Conference
- Duke University
- High Point University
- Ohio State University
- University of Michigan
- Vanderbilt University
- Wake Forest Sports Properties | Learfield
- BSE Global
- Genesco Sports Enterprises
- IMG
- TPG Sports Group
- Madison Square Garden
- Adidas
- Under Armour
- Octagon
- National Basketball Association
- Charlotte Hornets
- Orlando Magic
- Philadelphia 76ers
- Miami Marlins
- New York Yankees
- Pittsburgh Pirates
- San Diego Padres
- Tampa Bay Rays
- Washington Nationals
- Baltimore Ravens
- San Francisco 49ers
- Washington Commanders
- New Jersey Devils
- Major League Soccer
- Philadelphia Union
- San Jose Earthquakes
- Boston Cannons
- Hendrick Motorsports
- Muddy Creek Motorsports
- USA Baseball
- USA Track and Field
- Philadelphia Soul
- Carolina Thunderbirds
- Winston-Salem Dash
- Durham Bulls
- Greensboro Grasshoppers
- Atlantic Coast Conference
- Duke University
- High Point University
- Ohio State University
- University of Michigan
- Vanderbilt University
- Wake Forest Sports Properties | Learfield
- BSE Global
- Genesco Sports Enterprises
- IMG
- TPG Sports Group
- Madison Square Garden
- Adidas
- Under Armour
- Octagon