Dec 03, 2024  
2024-2025 Endicott College Academic Catalog 
  
2024-2025 Endicott College Academic Catalog

School of Sport Science


School of Sport Science

Within the School of Sport Science, students select innovative majors in esports management, sport management, exercise science, exercise science allied health, and exercise science/pre-professional athletic training. Graduate program offerings include a master of science in Sport Leadership and a master of science in Athletic Training. Over the last 30 years, the sport science field has evolved into a professional enterprise, and as a result of the tremendous growth, the knowledge base in the sport science disciplines has increased in both depth and breadth. These developments and adaptations within the sports domain are reflected in the interdisciplinary program specializations at Endicott. 

With today’s dynamic and changing sports industry, our mission is to prepare students to learn theoretical concepts in the traditional classroom setting and to acquire practical knowledge through the internship/clinical component. Under the direction of the Sport Science faculty and staff, students select internship, practicum, and clinical experiences that match their interests, needs, and capabilities.

In addition to experiential learning, a special feature of the curriculum is the thesis component. Students conduct an intensive investigation into an area within their program of study. This serves to further enhance the collaboration between theory and practice.

Esports Management is a dual focus degree program that combines traditional sport management and esports management coursework with elements of computer science. This program will prepare students to enter one of the fastest growing entertainment industries. Students will be able to pursue careers and internships in esports marketing, promotion and event coordination, competition management, event production, team management, media production and distribution, esports finance, esports law, gaming and game development, and professional streaming and blogging.

Sport management students will gain exposure to all business aspects of sport, athletics and recreation. Our program combines academic coursework, professional development & networking opportunities and valuable sport-related field experiences to help our students enter and succeed in the dynamic industry of sport and athletics. Our innovative curriculum is designed to support students in the development of their analytical, thinking, and communication skills. Our students can be found working around the globe, for professional teams and/or their league affiliates, colleges and universities, departments of recreation, health and wellness facilities and large corporate firms. Employment opportunities for sport management majors are found in all areas of enterprise including but not limited to operations, facility, risk & event management, financial management, media & broadcasting, sales & marketing, and promotion & sponsorship.

The exercise science major prepares students for the expanding allied-health and fitness industry. Completion of the exercise science major enables students to pursue pre-professional programs (e.g., occupational therapy, physical therapy), strength and conditioning, graduate studies, and applied fitness and wellness opportunities (e.g., corporate wellness, hospital wellness, personal training). Students will also be able to sit for certifications from the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

The Exercise Science / Pre-Professional Athletic Training program at Endicott College is an accelerated master’s degree program for students who are interested in pursuing a career as an athletic trainer. Within five years of study, students will earn two degrees, a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Exercise Science and a Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT).  Students enrolled in the program will complete three years of study in the Exercise Science/Pre-Professional Athletic Training Major before completing their final two years in the Professional Phase and earning a Master of Science in Athletic Training degree.  Endicott’s M.S. in Athletic Training is an exciting program where students will gain practical hands-on experience and a strong foundation in the discipline through an intensive educational curriculum containing the necessary competencies and proficiencies established by the CAATE 2020 Professional Standards. All students enrolled in the program will participate in several dynamic clinical experiences such as, collegiate, pediatric, emergency care, orthopedic, primary care, and other specialties, that will prepare students for careers as an Allied Health Professional.