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Welcome to the center of the sports universe.


Sports Management

Columbia University is home to the only sports management graduate program in the Ivy League. The Master of Science in Sports Management features a leading-edge, market-driven curriculum along with unparalleled access to sports industry leaders and experts. The program takes advantage of Columbia’s New York City setting by providing extensive industry networking, internship, and employment opportunities across a wide variety of sports.

Information Sessions & Events

Apr 14

Online Information Session: M.S. in Sports Management

May 12

Online Information Session: M.S. in Sports Management

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Fast Facts

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Growth The value of the North American professional sports industry is projected to increase to over $80 billion by 2022 (PwC Sports Outlook, 2018).
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Opportunity Students complete internships and special projects with organizations including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, FC Bayern Munich, and ESPN.
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Access Columbia University’s location in the center of the sports world leads to abundant opportunities in the field of Sports Management.
Program Options
Program Option Required Experience Course Formats Time Commitment
Master of Science (full-time)

Professional experience or interest in the sports industry

On-Campus

1-1½ years

Internship or Integrative Project
Master of Science (part-time)

Professional experience or interest in the sports industry

On-campus

2-4 years

Internship or Integrative Project

Featured Faculty, Students & Alumni

Kiera Connerty: NBA Leader, Black Hawk Pilot, SPS Alum

Kerry Scalora: From College Athlete to Global Partnerships Director at UFC

Andrew Hawkins: From the NFL to Master’s Student

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Scott Rosner on Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes

Rosner leads "The Big Game Sports Law CLE Breakfast" in Miami

The Sports Management Program Visits Super Bowl LIV Radio Row

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Learn more about Sports Management at Columbia University's School of Professional Studies or contact the program admissions counselor.

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As admission to our program is highly competitive, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Learn more about the application process, deadlines, and requirements.

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