Bachelor of Science in Sport Management

There are professional teams in nearly every sport from basketball to soccer. Colleges across the country have sports programs of every kind. Non-professional sports programs thrive in every city. So it is no surprise that sport management is one of the fastest-growing career choices in the country. If you are a sports lover, sport management can point you toward your career goals.

Dive into the cultural and business impact of sports in a program of hands-on, real-world study including dynamic practicums and internships. Learn the principles and processes of sports marketing, promotion, sponsorship, advertising, merchandising, and distribution.

You will examine the economics and finance of sports, as well as the law as it applies to the sports world. The college's Institute for Research in Sports (IRIS) adds another dimension to your learning, as you can research important issues and trends in the field. IRIS also hosts workshops, guest speakers, and networking opportunities in which you can build on your sports management education.

Graduates of the Sport Management program score jobs such as sports agents, athletic directors, recruiters and scouts, team marketing professionals, public relations officers, and contract specialists, to name a few.

Distinctions

Study in the premier sports city of Buffalo, where the college is surrounded by teams including the NFL’s Buffalo Bills, the NHL’s Buffalo Sabres, and the Triple-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, the Buffalo Bisons.

More than 400 Canisius alumni  work or have interned with professional sports organizations.

Canisius University is a supportive community of people from all walks of life, engaged in conscientious academic, personal, and spiritual inquiry. Griffs learn how to think more deeply, create more boldly, dare more courageously, and live more compassionately, developing the skills and confidence to take the lead in their chosen field, career, and community.

Who We Are

We take the best in every student – and make it that much greater. We believe that greatness is in everyone, and as each individual flourishes, the world benefits. Our rigorous curriculum, vibrant and inclusive campus environment, and professional and community connections create a transformative educational experience that goes deeper than imparting necessary skills and knowledge. Griffs know how to think and how to lead, making them not only well-positioned to succeed in an ever-changing job market but also well-equipped to change the world.

Canisius at a Glance

• Founded: 1870 in Buffalo, NY
• Affiliation: Jesuit
• Students: 2,492
• Accredited schools and colleges: 3
• Majors, minors, and degree programs: 100+
• Student-faculty ratio: 11:1
• Percent of classes taught by faculty: 100%
• NCAA Division-I teams: 20
• Student-run clubs and organizations: 60+
• Alumni: 50,000+ worldwide

What We Stand For

• We are sensitive to the challenges that the world faces. As a university, we have the power to address injustice by expanding access to our transformative education, advancing equity, and producing new knowledge that advances humanity. And when our students graduate, they go on to meaningfully impact the areas that call out to them.
• Our community is respectful, creative, and tightly knit. Here, we cherish and challenge the individual, making space and providing support for everyone to discover their passions, articulate their purpose and become the greatest version of themselves.
• We are determined to make a difference. We understand that doing things the way that they have always been done only perpetuates the status quo and that there is no progress without action. Motivated by a vision of what could and should be, we move forward fearlessly.
• We see and respect every individual as a whole person. Every Griff, whether they’re a faculty member, staff person, or a student, plays a role in every other Griff’s development. When we lift each other up, we all reach even greater heights.