Sport Management

About Sport management

While a sport sciences degree focuses on the science of sport, a sport management degree focuses on the business of sport. Sport management majors enjoy a robust course of study in the classroom. They also put theory into practice with a three-credit-hour internship in the summer between their junior and senior years. This full-time internship working with industry professionals prepares you to transition from school to the workplace.

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Why major in Sport Management?

I have loved my time in the sport and recreation department here at Wingate. I personally feel well prepared to go out and find a job in the sport and recreation industry. I think that another thing that helped me in my career at Wingate is the relationships I have with my professors.Titus Hayes, Class of 2024

My professor really cared about me as a student, pushed me to think outside the box, made the classes engaging and hands-on, and showed me that there was a degree that I can have that encompassed my interest of wanting to work in a wellness/fitness setting. The SRMT Professors in my opinion take their time with each student to learn about them and their interests.Alexis Levi, Class of 2024

Like most class sizes at Wingate, all of my SRMT were small, therefore allowing me the opportunity to build relationships with my professors and instructors, which helped to expand my learning. To this day, I consider many of my former professors my mentors and friends.Erin Brooks, Class of 2019

Sport Management Major Map

First Year

Category	To Do
Courses	Take SRMT 111 and SRMT 210 or SRMT 212 Make progress towards General Education course requirements Meet with your advisor to develop an academic plan
Opportunities	Engage with your professors and ask about opportunities to get involved with Attend tutoring or supplemental instruction for SRMT or any other courses needed
Research	Talk with Sport Management faculty about opportunities to participate in research projects
Exploration	Talk to upper class students about their career paths and internship experiences Talk to members of the School of Sport Sciences Leadership Academy

Second Year

Category	To Do
Courses	Take SRMT 210 or 212, SRMT 220 and ECON 221 or ACCT 253 Explore an elective that could possibly interest you in a minor (MARK, EXSC, PSYCH, CCR are common choices) Check in with your advisor about academic progress and upcoming plans
Opportunities	Consider becoming a Peer Mentor for Gateway 101 Explore on-campus job opportunities Look into specific interests clubs (club sports, e-sports, etc.)
Research	Continue getting involved with professors and asking about possible research opportunities Check out the W'Engage seminar offerings
Exploration	Consider joining the School of Sport Sciences Leadership Academy Investigate opportunities to volunteer on and off campus

Third Year

Category	To Do
Courses	Take SRMT 242, SRMT 300, SRMT 301, SRMT 330, SRMT 370, MGMT 302 Take SRMT 477 (Internship Experience I - Spring only) Finish any remaining courses toward General Education Take elective courses or courses toward a minor
Opportunities	Explore opportunities for your summer internship (SRMT 479) Continue involvement in special interest clubs and look for new opportunities
Research	Partner with a faculty member and apply for Reeves Summer Research Grant Consider signing up for a W'International course to learn more about a different culture and travel there in May or June.
Exploration	Meet with your Faculty Advisor to discuss career or graduate school plans If graduate school interests you, begin looking into different programs and preparing for entrance exams

Fourth Year

Category	To Do
Courses	Take SRMT 404, SRMT 415, SRMT 435, SRMT 495 Take SRMT 497 (Exit Exam) Meet with your Faculty Advisor to make sure you have met all requirements for graduation
Opportunities	Mentor younger SRMT students Take into consideration experiences that you might want to have before you graduate Consider a leadership role in an on campus organization
Research	Conduct an applied research project in SRMT 495 Submit a research paper to a state or national conference
Exploration	Did you enjoy your internship? Is it a field of work you would enjoy? Develop a thorough resume, personal statement and cover letter with Career Services Prepare applications for employment or graduate school