Ready to Serve
Suit up for sports leadership positions with the online Master of Sports Administration degree from Belhaven University. This degree combines a cutting-edge curriculum with Christian ethics to prepare you for the ever-changing and highly complex world of sports management.
The MSA online combines the academic, practical and technical skills that are demanded in the sports management world with the values of a Christ-centered education.
Why You’ll Love Sports Administration at Belhaven
Christian Worldview
You are challenged to think critically and analytically about who God is — and who you are — as we equip you to fulfill your calling to glorify God and be a blessing to the world.
Top Business School
Colleges of Distinction recognize us as a top Christian business school. The honor is based on faculty and program quality, a commitment to offering you real-world experience, and alumni job placement.
Small Class Sizes
Small class sizes help you form unique bonds with your professors and classmates. These personal connections make learning more fun and can lead to valuable opportunities in the future.
Caring & Expert Faculty
Your professors know you by name, and care about your success academically, personally, and professionally. You will learn a lot from these experts as they strive to make your educational journey a rewarding experience.
7 Weeks
Time it takes to finish one online course
Top Rankings
Program is recognized by numerous publications as one of the best nationally
2 Years
Time it takes to complete this 36-hour program
100% Online
7-week courses, taught year-round
"I was attracted to Belhaven because I wanted to be challenged. Belhaven offers a first-class education."
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"After being out of school for a while, Belhaven met me where I was. There was no question I was in the right place. If you are looking for a place that feels like home, choose Belhaven!"
What Can You Do with a Sports Administration Degree?
After graduating, you may pursue a career in sports regulation, marketing, negotiations, budgeting, research, project management, or retail. Common job titles include:
- Associate or assistant director of marketing or ticket sales
- Athlete development specialist
- Business development coordinator
- Contract negotiation manager
- Director of collegiate athletics
- Executive professional league administrator
- Facilities manager
- Fitness manager
- Game operations director
- Sports agent
- Sports revenue manager
You may also be promoted within your current organization or choose to pursue a DBA program.
*This program does not meet the Mississippi state requirements for teacher or athletic administrator certification.
School of Business: Verified Excellence
Belhaven’s business school is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). Why is this important?
Knowing the School of Business is accredited by the IACBE tells you that Belhaven voluntarily holds itself to a set of quality standards and is willing to allow outside business experts come to campus and verify Belhaven is doing what we say we are doing. Belhaven’s commitment to the accreditation process benefits you because it ensures you will be provided a quality education.
Sports Administration: What You’ll Study
Applying to Belhaven’s online programs is quick and easy. We’ll need a couple supporting documents — things like transcripts from any other school you’ve attended. When you have gathered those, just complete our online application form.
To enter this program, you must have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college. A 2.5 cumulative GPA from undergraduate work is required for admission. You may also be admitted by showing nine hours of graduate work with a “B” or better in each course.
Up to six hours of accredited graduate work may be transferred if a “B” or better is earned in each course.
If you don’t meet these requirements, you may be conditionally admitted. For consideration, submit to the Office of Online Admission an essay outlining your goals and two letters of recommendation. If you’re conditionally admitted, you must earn a 3.0 GPA in the first six semester hours of graduate work to continue in the program.
This program does not meet the Mississippi state requirements for teacher or athletic administrator certification. By applying, you acknowledge your understanding of this fact. To proceed with your application, you must sign a Memo of Understanding (PDF) to this effect.
These rates are for August 1, 2024 through July 31, 2025.
| Program | Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Master of Sports Administration | $615 |
| Active Military Discount, Graduate Program | $375 |
| 20% Discount: Military Spouse/Veteran/First Responder | $492 |
These rates are for August 1, 2025 through July 31, 2026.
| Program | Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Master of Sports Administration | $625 |
| Active Military Discount, Graduate Program | $375 |
| 20% Discount: Military Spouse/Veteran/First Responder | $500 |
* Military/first responder benefits cannot be combined with any other institutional scholarships or discounts.
Visit the Scholarships, Tuition & Fees page to view other fees as well as the cost estimate calculator.
Sports Administration: National Recognitions
Our program is ranked as one of the best programs in the nation by both Online MBA Today (#10) and Best College Reviews (#24). Additionally, Best Colleges Online ranked the program #16 nationally for its affordability.
Meet the Department Chair
Dr. Christina Martin
Professor of Business and Chair of Sport Management and Hospitality
Contact Us
Office of Adult, Graduate, and Online Admission
Phone: 601-968-5940Mailing Address:
1500 Peachtree Street, Box 153
Jackson, MS 39202
Fax: 601-300-2932
Verse of the Year
For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.
Psalm 100:5