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Program Information
Joan Lehoullier
Associate Professor
Business and Sport Management
603.526.3482
joan.lehoullier@colby-sawyer.edu
Sport Management
Prepare for a career as a sport management professional who thinks critically, leads effectively and makes ethical decisions.
Step Up to the Plate
As a multi-billion dollar industry with consistent annual growth, athletic programs at every level require highly trained experts to manage the business side of sports. Be a part of the essential behind-the-scenes lineup that helps athletes to shine with a Bachelor of Science degree in sport management.
On the Roster
Guided by the standards of the Commission of Sport Management Accreditation, Colby-Sawyer’s curriculum provides a foundation based on the critical function within the business of sports. There are also imbedded opportunities to focus your professional preparation and experience in the areas of communications, marketing, coaching administration, and analytics.
“It began with a question: Do I have what it takes to work in professional sports? It manifested itself in the classroom, during summer internships, and amongst my friends and teammates. I take a great deal of pride in where I went to school.”
Ethan Casson ’96 – President Dallas Mavericks
Small class sizes and multiple research and field experiences help you gain expertise in all facets of the sports industry, including media and communications, legal and financial services, sponsorships, sales and marketing, ticketing, event management, wholesale and retail sporting goods, coaching, nonprofits, community development, gaming, sport tourism, recreation and facility management.
Build your resume with required practicum and internship experiences and a Capstone research project, then graduate ready for a big win in this exciting field.
