Physical Education - Sport Management Option, A.S.
Lead Where the Action Is: Turn Your Passion for Sports into a Career
If you’re interested in managing the business side of athletics and recreation, BC3’s Physical Education – Sport Management program prepares you for a career in sport-related agencies and organizations. This associate degree equips you with skills in sport and fitness, management, marketing, and communication—everything needed to lead in this growing industry.
Whether you plan to enter the field or transfer to a four-year program, this degree sets the foundation for your future in the sports industry.
What You’ll Learn
- Apply management, marketing, and communication strategies to sport and recreation settings
- Understand the role of physical fitness and wellness in sport leadership
- Gain a foundation in business law, public relations, and economics
- Develop professional skills in teamwork, communication, and leadership
- Prepare to transfer into a bachelor's program in sport management or related fields
Program Requirements
This associate degree requires 66 credits, typically completed over four semesters. Coursework includes general education, fitness and wellness, business and communication courses, and electives in public speaking, economics, and sport safety.
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Job Market Outlook
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Where This Degree Can Take You
This degree opens doors to careers in the fast-paced world of sports and recreation management—or transfer to a four-year institution to build even more advanced expertise.
Graduates (with further education or certification) may pursue careers such as:
- Sports Facility Manager
- Athletic Program Director
- Community Recreation Manager
- Sports Marketing Assistant
- Game Day/Event Coordinator
You may find employment in:
- Professional sports teams and venues
- Health and fitness clubs
- Recreation departments and YMCAs
- College athletic departments
- Sports and entertainment marketing firms
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