Bachelor of Science
Sport Leadership and Management at VCSU combines athletics and business, preparing students to lead a team from out on the field or up in the press box.
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Ashlyn Diemert
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“Sports are something that I am very passionate about and I want them to be a part of my life for as long as they can. Being a student athlete has made me want to become a coach or even an athletic director one day, and sports leadership was the best direction for that.”
Minors and certificates to pair with Sport Leadership
- Athletic CoachingAthletic Coaching MinorThe Sport Leadership program comes with a focus on developing skills as a coach and mentor for athletes. This minor strengthens your resume and brings an additional skill set to your career.Learn more
- Strength and ConditioningStrength and Conditioning CertficateVCSU's Strength and Conditioning certificate adds another dimension to sport leadership by focusing on the backbone of athletic performance.Learn more
Minors and certificates to pair with Sport Management
- MarketingMarketing minorDevelop your skills to tell the story of any athletic team. From marketing plans to understanding social media advertising, this minor adds a critical piece to your resume.Learn more
- Digital MarketingEarn your Digital Marketing CertificateLearn how to create marketing materials that can be used on multiple platforms. This certificate includes courses about social media, marketing and consumer behavior.Learn more
- CommunicationAdd a Communication MinorBuild your skills in communication and learn how to develop positive interpersonal relationships with your team, supporters and community.Learn More
Beyond graduation
Explore the possibilities
A degree in Sport Management from VCSU can open up opportunities you never thought possible. Career opportunities with a Sport Management degree can include:
- Athletic Director
- Scout
- Coach
- Wellness Center Coordinator
- Team General Manager
- Sports Commentator/Announcer
- Sports Analytics
Join clubs and organizations to get involved on campus and in your major.
Where you'll study
Plan of Study
- English Composition
- Lab Science
- Wellness
- Finite Mathematics
- Computer Science and Literacy
- Viking Voyage
- Art and Music
- English Composition
- Lab Science
- Literacies
- Speech Communication
- Introduction to Kinesiology
- Practical Application of Fitness Education
- Social Science
- Directed Elective
- Business Communications
- Recreation and Leisure in Modern Society
- Directed Elective
- Directed Electives
- Social Science
- Graduation Elective
- Directed Elective
- Directed Elective
- Principles of Management
- Principles of Marketing
- Group Dynamics
- Graduation Elective
- Public Relations
- Social Media Management
- Directed Elective
- First Aid & CPR
- Sport Ethics
- Directed Elective
- Directed Elective
- Directed Elective
- Directed Elective
- Graduation Elective
- Additional Humanities or Social Science
- Sports Information
- Sport Psychology
- Field Experience
- Graduation Elective
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Accreditation
A college education is an investment in yourself. Making sure your education is high-quality can be difficult, but not at VCSU. We are proud to be accredited by numerous institutions, and with that accreditation comes the assurance you’re receiving the highest quality education that will prepare you for your career.