Online degree programs typically have flexible application requirements and procedures. Many allow students to submit applications and required materials at a time that suits their busy schedules. The MAA program focuses on interscholastic athletic administration, and our faculty has experience in the field. Leadership courses that count toward the Registered Athletic Administrator certification are part of the curriculum, which focuses on providing high school athletic directors with opportunities to develop their leadership skills.
Convenience
The convenience of a masters in athletic administration online allows you to work around the busy schedules of interscholastic sports. While football and baseball may dominate fall, spring, and summer, you can access your coursework online and work on your degree independently. Many universities provide internships where students can apply their classroom knowledge to real-world sports organization challenges. Moreover, many of these internships can count toward the master’s degree. Some schools partner with the NIAAA to develop current and future leaders who can lead wholesome, value-added athletic programs. Students can use this partnership to participate in NIAAA Leadership Training Courses, earn credit, and obtain practical experience. This experience can also be used to create a professional portfolio and comprehensive athletic/activities administrator manual.
Flexibility
With football season occupying much of coaches’ fall schedules and baseball taking up spring and summer seasons, online programs give busy professionals the flexibility to work around those commitments. Using asynchronous courses and a seven-week course format, the Master in Athletic Administration allows students to work at their own pace. Depending on the program, scholarships, and financial aid are available to assist with tuition costs. Students are encouraged to connect with a financial assistance counselor to get an accurate estimate of their total education cost and to learn what kind of support they may be eligible for.
Career Opportunities
A career in sports administration can help you turn your passion into a thriving, meaningful career. You can work behind the scenes for a professional franchise, collegiate athletic program, or nonprofit organization. Many universities offer an online master’s in sports management with options for sports marketing and collegiate athletic administration specializations.
Time Management
When you study online, staying on top of your coursework is up to you. You’ll have to set aside dedicated study time regularly throughout the week — and stick to it. It can help you avoid slipping behind and allow you to devote the necessary attention to your classes without compromising other essential commitments and activities in life. Practical time management skills can make a big difference in your overall learning experience and success in college. So, incorporate good study habits into your routine and be consistent with your study schedule to get the most out of your online sports management degree program. You can also increase your productivity by maintaining a healthy work/life balance and exercising regularly.
Accreditation
While the hoop courts and football fields are exciting, the people behind the scenes work hard to make them happen. An online master’s in athletic administration can help you become one of these people. Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s online master’s in sports administration is an intercollegiate program that prepares you to run the athletic department at a college or university. The 36-credit curriculum offers asynchronous courses and a mandatory internship.
An online master’s in sports business prepares students for a sports industry career, with classes in everything from finance and legal structures to ethics and human resources. Loans, grants, and work-study programs are among the need-based financial aid options for which students can apply.
