Sport and Recreation Management

The curriculum prepares students for today's sport industry through coursework in areas such as sport marketing, sport finance, leadership, ethics, organizational management, sport policy, and contemporary issues in sport. Students develop the knowledge and skills needed to excel in professional sport organizations, collegiate athletics, community sport, and related industries.

The program consists of 33 credit hours and can typically be completed in four semesters (approximately 1.5 years). Flexible course offerings, including online options, allow students to balance graduate study with professional and personal commitments.

Located in the heart of South Florida's vibrant sport market, FIU provides students with valuable networking and experiential learning opportunities through partnerships with:

• South Florida professional sport organizations
• FIU Athletics
• Parks and Recreation departments
• Sport and event organizations throughout South Florida

These partnerships provide opportunities to build professional experience, expand industry networks, and gain practical insights from leaders in the field.

Students complete 6 credit hours of advised electives, allowing them to customize their graduate education based on their career interests. Approved electives may be selected from sport-related or complementary disciplines across the university.

The program is designed to prepare graduates with the leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills needed to succeed in today's competitive sport industry.