MS in Sport Management
Learn the Business of Sports
The sports industry is currently estimated to be a $500 billion business and the employment demand for trained, credentialed professionals is growing. Our students learn how to make ethical business decisions and apply analytic and research skills to solve problems and increase performance. Our programs cultivate smart, directed leaders who not only navigate the sports business landscape of today, but encourage organizations around the world to innovate for tomorrow.
20% Tuition Discount for Displaced Federal Workers and Contractors
The GW School of Business is committed to supporting federal employees and contractors affected by workforce reductions. To help those affected, GWSB is offering a 20% tuition discount for eligible prospective graduate students in 2025.

Our MS in Sport Management
- Since 1987, students have advanced their careers with industry-specific educational experiences through our MS in Sport Management program, which was ranked #5 (United States) and #6 (Worldwide) among top postgraduate sports business courses by SportBusiness in 2021. Students regularly attend study abroad programs including the Olympics and the World Cup, and they have the opportunity to participate in the annual Travel Events and Management in Sports (TEAMS) Conference and the Sports Industry Networking and Career Conference.
- Prepare for an executive career in sports analytics, sports marketing, athlete representations, sports media, events and facility management, and the sporting goods industry, working with professional teams and leagues and in collegiate athletics.
- Learn from successful industry practitioners and leaders in all areas of sports business.
- Connect with hundreds of our graduates who landed in influential positions with professional sports franchises, leagues and organizations, sporting goods manufacturers, and sports media companies.
Related Programs
- Graduate Certificate in Sport Management
Connect with Alumni Worldwide
GWSB’s extensive network of over 60,000 graduates spans endless industries across the globe. Our alumni regularly connect with current students and fellow alumni, attend events, mentor and help GWSB evolve and expand. It’s this involvement by our graduates that truly contributes to the success of the school. Examples of where our alumni work include 260+ organizations across the public and private sector and around the world participated in experiential learning in the last year.
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Customization
More than 250 program possibilities. Create a graduate business education that fits your goals.
Flexibility
Take courses entirely on-campus or online. Part-time. Full-time. On your time.
Global Reach
Our global faculty, with global experiences and connections, become your mentors.
Connection
Benefit from a network of top-tier professors, resources and alumni.