The KU Sport Management Blog
Below, you can find our blog posts covering a range of essential topics relating to the online Master’s in Sport Management* program at the University of Kansas.
From polishing your admissions components until perfect to sport careers growth and related happenings in the industry, this is your go-to destination for more information on the world of sport management.
*This program is a Master of Science in Education (M.S.E.) degree in health, sport management, and exercise science with an emphasis in sport management.
If you're passionate about sports and want to make the athletic world your career, the great news is that nearly 80,000 jobs in the sport and entertainment industries are expected to be added in the United States from 2016 to 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).1 As someone w...
It seems like every offseason for American major national sports leagues brings discussions about salary caps. You probably know the basics about what they do, but you may have wondered about some of their specific mechanics, especially considering that the sport finance regulations concerning the...
Sport Management History 101
With growing interest in sports across all ages and skill levels, the need for sport management professionals is also expanding. As a result, the career outlook for sport managers is growing faster than the national average for all occupations. New positions in sports and entertainment are expect...
In order for any sport organization or enterprise to thrive, good financial practices must be followed. Those responsible for this crucial aspect of the industry are sometimes financial experts who move into sports, while others study sport management with a particular interest in its financial as...
When we talk about ethics, we’re talking about a system of values that we use to make daily decisions: what we value and how we use those values in our dealings with the world. Ethics don’t just guide individuals; they also inform the missions and actions of larger organizations. In sports, et...