Michael F. Price College of Business
Phone: (405) 325-2651
Email: undergrad@ou.edu
Website: ou.edu/price
The program consists of a core course in Sports Management, three courses taken from a list of approved electives included “Licensing and Intellectual Property in Sports,” “Sports Logistics,” “Sports Marketing Management,” “Economics of Sports” plus “Sports Management Practicum.” Students in data analytics track have a separate list of approved statistics or business data analysis courses. Students complete the program with two additional courses one of which is a management skills elective and one is from a broader list of “free” electives including “Facilities Management,” “Sport Psychology” plus “Ethical Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics.” Students are also required to complete an internship for credit.
Sports Business students typically have interests in:
5 Reasons why You Should Consider the Sports Business Major
Sports business students graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration. It should be noted that students completing the Intercollegiate Sports track are strongly encouraged upon graduation to apply for admission into the Intercollegiate Athletics Administration Masters degree program in the OU Higher Education Department. For more information visit the IAA program's webpage.
In 2009 ESPN said when “you look at the big picture of college football since 1936, no program has achieved greatness as consistently as Oklahoma.” Now you have the opportunity to study sports management while learning from faculty who are directly a part of this incredible sports tradition. Our program combines courses from faculty with extensive experience, exposure to hands-on projects, plus internship opportunities with all types of sports organizations.
Visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ website to explore the median pay for jobs you can pursue with this degree.
Michael F. Price College of Business
Phone: (405) 325-2651
Email: undergrad@ou.edu
Website: ou.edu/price
