The University of Louisville offers a Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration. The undergraduate program is approved (accredited) by NASPE/ NASSM Sport Management Program Review Council and is designed to prepare students to enter careers in the sport industry. The SPAD program has a diverse student population representing a variety of geographical, cultural, educational, and professional backgrounds.

Degree Requirements

Detailed course requirements for completing the BS-SPAD, including courses specific to the concentration, are contained in the University of Louisville Undergraduate Catalog.

The degree Program Sheet serves as an advising checklist and includes up-to-date course requirements for completing the degree.

Opportunities for Graduates

College Athletics - NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA Schools

Fund Raising

Facility Management

Sports Information

Ticket Office

Compliance

Business Office

Intramurals

Marketing

Academic Advising

Licensing

College Conference - Big Ten, Southeast Conference
National College Association - NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA
Bowl Game Administration - Rose Bowl, Orange Bowl

Professional Sports - NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, Minor Leagues teams

Marketing

Media Relations

Facility Management

Tickets

Business Office

Pro Sports Leagues and Associations - NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, Minors, Motor Sports, PGA
Sports Hall of Fame
Television Sports - ESPN, ABC Sports, Sports Channel
Radio - Talk Radio
Print Media - Sports Illustrated, Newspapers
Parks & Recreation - local
Country Club
Sporting Goods Manufacturer - Nike, Champion
Sporting Goods Retail Store
Health Club
Scouting Service
Sport Agent
Sport Marketing Agency
National Golf Corporation
US Olympic Committee
National Sports Association - USA Basketball, USA Volleyball AAU
High School State Athletic Administrator
Special Olympics
YMCA/YWCA/Boy's and Girl's Clubs
Sport Computers - Paciolan, Ticketmaster
Sport Cards

Certification

N/A