{"id":4034,"date":"2024-03-01T11:47:02","date_gmt":"2024-03-01T19:47:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/programs\/ppc-mssm\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T09:20:17","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T16:20:17","slug":"mssm","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/programs\/mssm\/","title":{"rendered":"PPC &#8211; MSSM"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"introduction\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-xl-7 col-lg-7\">\n<p class=\"txt-bold txt-purple h5\">Launch or advance your sport management career with the support of Cal Lutheran\u2019s MS in Sport Management degree program. With our fully online degree, you\u2019ll benefit from a flexible learning experience while you gain the knowledge you need to master the industry \u2014 and shape its future. <\/p>\n<hr class=\"gold-hr\">\n<p>Our curriculum, developed by industry experts, features a blend of leading-edge communications, marketing and business leadership skills. It also explores game-changing topics such as name, image and likeness (NIL), sustainability in sport and the transformative impact of technology on the industry.<\/p>\n<p>The Cal Lutheran sport management program also places a strong emphasis on ethical judgment and community building, readying you to make decisions that benefit your organization and contribute positively to the sport world.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"h4 txt-bold mb-2\">A global approach to sport management<\/h3>\n<p>The Cal Lutheran MS in Sport Management covers markets, theories and trends from North American and international perspectives, offering a uniquely global education that will set you apart in the highly competitive sport industry.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"h4 txt-bold mb-2\">Learn on your own schedule<\/h3>\n<p>This is a program designed with flexibility in mind: the 100% online format allows you to earn your degree no matter where you\u2019re located. We offer five convenient, eight-week terms throughout the year.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"h4 txt-bold mb-2\">Expert-led, student-centered learning<\/h3>\n<p>At the center of the program is our commitment to students. We pride ourselves on the quality of our teaching, advising, mentoring and coaching, which is supported by expert faculty with extensive knowledge of sport and strong ties to the industry.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"h4 txt-bold mb-2\">Career-expanding connections<\/h3>\n<p>Networking is vital in the sport industry, and our program opens doors to an extensive network of peers, alumni and faculty. By becoming a School of Management student, you\u2019ll gain access to an enthusiastic community of professionals in California and beyond.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-5 col-xl-4 offset-xl-1\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid mx-auto d-block px-5 px-md-0\" src=\"https:\/\/callutheran.allcampus.com\/wp-content\/themes\/callutheran\/images\/ppc\/masters-inline-mssm-1.jpg\" alt=\"Club sports coordinator\">\n        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"testimonial py-5\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"bg-purple-alt p-4 p-lg-5\">\n<div class=\"row justify-content-center\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-10\">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote text-center txt-white\">\n<p class=\"fs-4\"><em>&#8220;California is the epicenter and incubator for sports teams and business. Cal Lutheran\u2019s excellent location and longstanding connections to major sport organizations give our students the chance to gain valuable experiences by working closely with industry leaders and top teams.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer text-center txt-white txt-bold mt-4 fs-6\">Adrijana Sekulovic, <cite title=\"Source Title\">Program Director, Master of Science in Sport Management<\/cite><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr class=\"gold-hr\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"degree-outcomes pb-5\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-xl-4 col-lg-4\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid mx-auto d-block mb-3 px-5 px-md-0\" src=\"https:\/\/callutheran.allcampus.com\/wp-content\/themes\/callutheran\/images\/ppc\/masters-inline-mssm-2.jpg\" alt=\"Sport agent holding a basketball\">\n        <\/div>\n<div class=\"col-xl-7 offset-xl-1 col-lg-8\">\n<h2 class=\"txt-purple\">Sport Management Master\u2019s Degree Program Outcomes<\/h2>\n<p>As a graduate of the Master of Science in Sport Management program, you will be:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"gold-list mb-4\">\n<li><strong>Deeply knowledgeable: <\/strong>Employ expert knowledge and critical thinking skills to analyze domestic and global sport industry issues<\/li>\n<li><strong>Agile and adaptable: <\/strong>Understand how recent political, legal and economic changes have transformed the sport industry<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interpersonally skilled: <\/strong>Use advanced interpersonal skills to build consensus among stakeholders and enhance both personal performance and organizational effectiveness<\/li>\n<li><strong>Culturally savvy: <\/strong>Integrate global strategies specific to products and brands in the sport industry<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leadership ready: <\/strong>Graduate equipped to effectively lead and manage workplace teams<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tech empowered: <\/strong>Utilize data analytics, technology and digital media in sport-centered contexts and environments<\/li>\n<li><strong>Impact driven: <\/strong>Engage in socially and ethically informed decision-making in the sport industry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"cta-button my-4\">\n                <a href=\"javascript:void(0);\" class=\"btn btn-purple-alt btn-arrow download focus\">Request Brochure<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"careers pt-5\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-xl-7 col-lg-7\">\n<h2 class=\"txt-purple\">Sport Management Careers<\/h2>\n<p>A sport management master\u2019s degree can prepare you to run an athletic department, manage an organization\u2019s back office, lead marketing for a top sports brand, advance to a head coach position and much more.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you\u2019re still exploring the directions your career may take, a sport management degree is your key to advancing in this competitive and fast-paced industry.<\/p>\n<p>Sport management job titles include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"gold-list double-col mb-4\">\n<li>Athletic director<\/li>\n<li>Recreation specialist<\/li>\n<li>Fitness director<\/li>\n<li>Director of campus recreation<\/li>\n<li>Health club director<\/li>\n<li>Facility manager<\/li>\n<li>Club sports coordinator<\/li>\n<li>Strategic media analyst<\/li>\n<li>Marketing specialist<\/li>\n<li>Social media and sports marketing coordinator<\/li>\n<li>Director of athletic communications<\/li>\n<li>Brand manager<\/li>\n<li>Public relations manager<\/li>\n<li>Event manager<\/li>\n<li>Talent manager<\/li>\n<li>Sports agent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"download focus txt-bold\" href=\"javascript:void(0);\">Download<\/a> the program overview brochure to learn more.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-button my-4\">\n                <a href=\"javascript:void(0);\" class=\"btn btn-purple-alt btn-arrow download focus\">Request Brochure<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-xl-4 offset-xl-1 col-lg-5\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid mx-auto d-block px-5 px-md-0\" src=\"https:\/\/callutheran.allcampus.com\/wp-content\/themes\/callutheran\/images\/ppc\/masters-inline-mssm-3.jpg\" alt=\"Young successful businessman holding a football\">\n        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.callutheran.edu\/programs\/mssm\/\" class=\"btn btn-purple read-more article-read-more\" aria-label=\"Read more about this article: PPC &#8211; 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