Sports Management News
How MetLife Stadium Was Transformed into New York New Jersey Stadium for the Eight 2026 FIFA World Cup Matches: Bill Squires on 39 Years in the Sports Industry
A Lecturer in Columbia’s M.S. in Sports Management program, Squires brought decades of experience in Entertainment Facilities and Events Management to his role as the Chief Venues Officer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup New York New Jersey Host Committee.
What I Wish I Knew: Shauna Romrell from Sports Management
Watch: Shauna Romrell advises incoming students to fully immerse themselves in both Columbia and New York City as a whole. (YouTube)
Leadership Under Pressure: What Project Managers Need Now
From the FIFA World Cup to cybersecurity and public infrastructure, project leaders discussed what it takes to anticipate challenges, manage risk, and keep complex initiatives on track.
When the Chess Board Gets Wiped Clean: The Return on Education in the AI Era
As AI reshapes work, Columbia SPS faculty, alumni, and students discuss why the enduring return on education lies in adaptability, judgment, and lifelong learning.
Meet the 2026 Student Marshals
Hear from some exceptional students who have been chosen to represent their master’s programs at graduation.
A Decade of Global Excellence: Columbia Sports Management’s Collaboration With FC Bayern Munich
Columbia Sports Management and FC Bayern Munich will host a landmark celebratory event in spring 2026 to mark the 10th anniversary of the academic collaboration.
Announcing the 2026 Graduation Ceremony Faculty and Student Speakers
We are thrilled to announce that Mary Sormanti and Scott Rosner will serve as faculty speakers, and Aaman Basra and Thomas Quinn will serve as student speakers at the SPS Graduation ceremonies.
Has MLB Overtaken the NBA as America’s No. 2 League?
Sports Management Program Director Scott Rosner weighs in on shifting viewership, revenue trends, and cultural influence as the two leagues compete for position behind the NFL. (The Athletic)
Strategies for Staying Relevant
Part of the Frame Your Future series, an April 14 panel event convenes industry leaders to explore how continuous learning drives professional relevance—and amplifies long-term career return—in a rapidly changing landscape.
Columbia University’s Sports Management Graduate Program Welcomes New Students and Faculty for Its 20th Year
Orientation week, new courses, and industry-leading instructors set the stage for the program’s milestone year.
Students Provide Gen Z Perspectives at the Sports Business Journal Media Innovators Conference
Sports Management students addressed topics including affordability, discoverability, betting innovation, and the accessibility of women’s sports.
Pitching to the Pros: Columbia Sports Management Students Connect with Industry Leaders
At the program’s Annual Elevator Pitch event, more than 60 students delivered 60-second pitches to sports industry executives, gaining direct feedback, career insight, and meaningful professional connections.