College of Business
Sport Business
Minor | Certificate
Minor or Certificate in Sport Business
Designed to boost your current major study with a focused examination of sport business, explore marketing, management, law, finance and other principles as they apply to the sport industry.
Join our Sport Business Minor and unlock the potential that we know is within you. Find a fulfilling career in the sports field with a Sport Business minor or certificate at CWU.
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Management Department
Shaw-Smyser 413
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What You'll Study
Academic Catalog | Management and Marketing Department Website
Courses
- MGT 380 - Organizational Management
- OR MGT 382 - Principles of Management
- MKT 360 - Principles of Marketing
- OR MKT 362 - Essential Marketing Concepts
- MKT 370 - Sports Marketing and Sponsorship
Department-Approved Electives
Choose a minimum of 15 credits from the following:
- BUS 401 - Business Boot Camp
- ECON 308 - Sports Economics
- MGT 394 - Legal Considerations in Sport Business
- MGT 395 - Leadership in Business Organizations
- MKT 371 - Sponsorship and Promotion in Sport Business
- MKT 372 - Revenue Generation and Finance in Sport Business
Sports Enthusiasts
Our program is designed for students like you who want to combine a passion for sports with business skills.
Diverse Career Opportunities
Gain skills applicable to a wide range of careers in sports marketing, management, and promotions.
Hands-On Learning
Engage in practical learning experiences through internships with sports teams, event planning, and collaboration with industry professionals.
Expert Faculty
Learn from faculty with extensive experience in the sports business field, providing insights into both the academic and practical sides of the industry.
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Why Study Marketing and Management at Central?
- Enhance leadership skills through hands-on learning in strategic planning, organizational behavior, and decision-making, preparing you to lead teams effectively
- Apply classroom knowledge in real-world scenarios through internships and projects that mirror business challenges, building problem-solving expertise
- Connect with industry professionals through workshops and networking events, expanding your network and career opportunities
Commitment to a Sustainable World
CWU is nationally recognized for this work through the AASHE STARS Gold rating and the Management Department embeds sustainability-related concepts, skills, and applied learning that prepares students to think critically about their impact on the world around them.
Learn more about CWU’s sustainability efforts through the Office of Sustainability, explore CWU’s national sustainability recognition, or view the full AASHE STARS report.