#1
in Texas and the Southwest (SportBusiness Post Graduate Ranking 2023)
Master of Science in Sport Management
If your goal is to contribute significantly to the global sports industry and influence how we experience sports, the MSSM program at SMU can provide the ideal springboard.
#14
in the U.S.A. (SportBusiness Post Graduate Ranking 2023)
Pursuing a Master of Science in Sport Management (MSSM) helps you start a dynamic career in the sports world, one that you've always dreamed of. We have built our program to specifically support and guide students like you, ready for their next big career move.
We encourage you to join our welcoming community of sports enthusiasts and professionals. Start your journey today by choosing the Master of Science in Sport Management at SMU Simmons School of Education and Human Development. Together, we can unlock your potential and make an impact on the future of sports.
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Best in Sport Management
Students are taught by some of the best sport management professors in the United States. With more than 100 years of sports industry experience, the sport management faculty in the Simmons School provide a valuable perspective and are connected to a vast network of sports business contacts rarely found in traditional sport management programs.
Our Curriculum
The program’s 17 sequenced courses are delivered over one academic year in four 7-week modules and one summer internship. Request information to learn more about our courses and program schedule.
How to Get a Career in Sports
Pursuing a Master of Science in Sport Management (MSSM) equips you with the skills and network needed for a successful sports career. The program offers practical learning experiences, giving you a competitive edge in the industry. An MSSM will prepare you in areas such as:
- Sports laws and ethics
- Business and financial management
- Marketing and public relations
- Event and facility management
SMU's Sport Management program helped me prepare for my current role by offering a complete curriculum that covered all aspects of sport management in a real-world way.
Victoria Adler ’21, M.S. in Sports Management