College of Graduate Studies & Research: Georgia Southern University

SPORT MANAGEMENT M.S. 36 HOURS

Advising: Department of Recreation and Sport Management,
Dr. Ming Li,
Georgia Southern University,
P. O. Box 8077,
Statesboro, GA 30460,
(912) 681-5922,
FAX: (912) 681-0386,
mli@gasou.edu

Admission Requirements

Regular

For regular admission to the College of Graduate Studies to pursue graduate work leading to the Master Of Science (Major in Sport Management), the applicant must have:

Completed requirements for the Bachelor's degree in a college or university accredited by the proper regional accrediting association.
A 2.75 (4.0 scale) cumulative grade point average or higher on all undergraduate work.
A total score on all three sections of no less than 1450 on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), or a score no less than 450 on the Verbal section and a score of no less than 450 on either the Quantitative or Analytical sections for a two section total of no less than 900. One may also score 44 on the Miller Analogies test (MAT) or make an acceptable score on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). GMAT scores are evaluated by the following formula: 200 x overall GPA + the GMAT score must equal no less than 1000 for regular admission.
Successful completion of a personal interview with members of the faculty.

Provisional

Provisional admission may be granted with a 2.5 undergraduate grade point average and a 1350 total (all three sections) GRE score or a minimum 400 verbal on either the Quantitative or Analytical sections for a two section total of no less than 800. Provisional admission may also be granted with a 36 MAT or 950 GMAT formula.

Program of Study

The Chair of the Department of Recreation and Sport Management shall name the major professor who, in conference with the graduate student, will develop a Program of Study to include:

Sport Management Requirements 21-24 Hours

SMGT 6330 - Social and Ethical Issues in Sport (3)

SMGT 6335 - Sport Administration (3)

SMGT 7330 - Research Methods and Statistical Applications in Recreation and Sport Management (3)

SMGT 7335 - Sport Law and Risk Management (3)

SMGT 7337 - Sport Marketing (3)

SMGT 7790 - Internship (9) or

SMGT 7999 - Thesis (6)

Restricted Business Electives 9 Hours

MGNT 6320 - Survey of Management & Human Behavior in Organizations (2)

MGNT 7323 - Leadership and Motivation (2)

MGNT 7332 - Management of Not for Profit Organizations (3)

MKTG 7433 - Advanced Buyer Behavior (3)

MKTG 7436 - Advanced Marketing Research (3)

Advisor Approved Electives 3 or 6 Hours

Thesis/Internship Option

Thesis Option

This option is for students who have an interest in research and is strongly recommended for those students planning to pursue doctoral study. Students, with support from their major professor and committee, will develop a thesis proposal, conduct appropriate research, analyze results, and produce a finished written product. Students must follow all policies and guidelines developed by the College of Graduate Studies, including the Georgia Southern University Graduate Student Manual. The thesis option is completed by a thesis defense.

Internship Option

This option is for students whose primary interest lies in a career in the sport industry. The internship may begin upon completion of at least 27 hours of course work. The internship must consist of at least one full academic semester. The student/intern is expected to work 35/40 hours per week. At the conclusion of the internship, the student will make a presentation to faculty on all aspects of their activities during the internship.