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.
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.
This guide helps equip you with the knowledge and strategies to land that coveted internship and take your first steps toward your dream job in sport management.
Explore the role, responsibilities, qualifications, and career outlook of athletic directors.
Explore some of the top skills—from leadership to communication—that you need to advance your career in sport management today.
Explore the different types of broadcasting and media careers you can pursue with a sport management degree.
Read about how you can find the right higher education sport management degree program for your career goals.
Unlock insider tips for landing your dream job in the sports industry. Stand out and secure your coveted role with invaluable advice.
Explore the diverse carrer opportunities in sport management, from planning major events to overseeing college athletic programs.
Uncover the remarkable journey of Brian Gordon, from his experience in sport and education to his role as the visionary program director of KU's online master's in sport management program. Explore his exclusive interview for a fresh perspective on the master's program.
To play any sport well requires a great deal of self-confidence—to make decisions on the fly and to respond to the actions of one’s teammates. However, a balanced approach to living can often include athletics and, as any athlete knows, physical education isn’t just about dominance in games and channeling aggression.
Discover the four most important tips for landing the sports job of your dreams or how to propel the one you have to greater heights.
Learn about some of the best sports media jobs and what it takes to excel at each one.
If you’re looking to maximize your career in sports management, it may be time to hit these books— the best sports management books for your career, that is.
Discover more about sports management and how you can land top roles and raise your earnings potential.
Learn why long-time sports enthusiast, Taylor Ashford, M.S.E. ‘21, chose KU's online sport management program to advance his sport career, and how doing so has benefited him professionally and personally.
Sports analytics jobs are challenging and rewarding. They require expertise in a number of advanced areas including computer science, statistics, marketing, and communication. Learn how having advanced sports analytics skills creates unique employment opportunities.
A well-written sports management resume can blaze pathways to a fulfilling, high-achieving sports management career. Great resumes not only highlight a job seeker’s particular skills and employment experiences, they also paint a vivid picture of a candidate's all-around talents to attract hiring managers.
Discover the top sports agencies in the industry. From California powerhouses to emerging markets, explore the top firms shaping athletic careers!
It’s a frustrating reality that employed people are often the most likely to get hired into new positions. So how does a person land a first job, having done little or no prior work in a particular field?
Congratulations: You’re in a leadership position with a community sport organization. You’re doing work you love in the industry you were educated to join. The joys of your work light you up and the challenges keep you focused. Among them is the ongoing quest for funding.
Sports event planning is a huge job. Events play a major role in generating income for sports organizations and, often, nearby restaurants, hotels, and airports.