Master of Education in Athletic Administration

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The Master of Education in Athletic Administration is a 36-credit program designed for students interested in careers such as Director of Athletics, Athletic Administration, College Athletics, High School Athletics, and Media Relations in Athletics. The program of study addresses the knowledge and skills in the philosophies in sport as well as all aspects of athletic administration including legal, financial, marketing, management and concepts and issues affecting all levels of athletic administration.

This program is based on the belief that learning leads to change, and individuals with the ability to learn and evolve continuously will be successful as leaders or managers in the dynamic environment of the sport athletic industry. The application of the course content is tailored to the intercollegiate and the interscholastic segment of the athletic industry that interests each participant.

Note: The Athletic Administration program is NOT linked to Massachusetts teacher licensure.

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program students will:
• Apply administrative skills in an internship or research skills in a capstone project.
• Demonstrate specific content knowledge of factors involved in becoming an athletic administrator.

Program of Study

Note: A Master’s Thesis is required for the successful completion of this program.

Total Degree Requirements: 36 cr.

Hybrid Master of Education in Athletic Administration

A hybrid program in Athletic Administration, which combines classroom and online study, is offered in Beverly, Massachusetts and Leysin, Switzerland.