
B.S. in Business – Sports Management
Pursue Your Passion With the B.S. in Business – Sports Management Program
Do you want to turn your love of sports into a viable career in business? Regent’s Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business with a concentration in Sports Management will prepare you to handle the corporate side of sports as you focus on the history, philosophy, ethics, and current trends in this exciting field. You will examine financial and economic models uniquely related to the sports industry including the economic impact of policies and practices. You’ll also study marketing strategies and plans that promote brand awareness, sales, and public image. As the program builds, a practicum opportunity will be added so that you can observe and participate in a preapproved sports franchise/club at the local, regional, or national level. You’ll also take part in marketing sports programs, legal issues related to contracts, and managing facilities and events.
ADVANCE YOUR KNOWLEDGE
Explore courses in sports marketing, business leadership, and operations management.
BUILD ON A STRONG FOUNDATION
Anchor your business knowledge of Christian principles and values.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Be taught by distinguished faculty in Virginia Beach with extensive leadership experience.
ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE
Regent has been ranked among Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report for two consecutive years (2019 & 2020). Our programs have also ranked as the #1 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in Virginia for 8 years in a row. Experience the Regent difference through our ACBSP-accredited Bachelor of Science in Business – Sports Management program.
On completing the B.S. in Business – Sports Management program, you’ll be able to:
- Develop effective marketing plans tailored to the sports industry.
- Apply negotiation strategies in striking deals with vendors or players.
- Work with budgets and caps on different sports program expenditures.
- Assess insurance and other risk management issues associated with sports venues and player safety.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Sports Product Manager/Marketer
- Professional Sports Agent
- Facility Operations Manager
- Game Day/Event Specialist
- Sports Statistician/Recorder
Provides a comprehensive presentation of financial accounting principles and practices. Emphasis is placed on the preparation of financial statements, the basic framework and contents of these reports, and the preparation process.
Investigation of the role of business in society, the human side of business, the functions of business, and the accounting/reporting processes of business.
Exploration of principles and activities in the commercial enterprise including topics such as product, price, promotion, place/channel, competition, company, and communication.
Examines from a Christian perspective, foundational leadership behaviors required of leaders within organization. Students will learn leadership theories and styles of communication, and develop strategies for implementing effective oral and written leadership communications in businesses and organizations.
Explores the financial function of the commercial enterprise including topics on working capital management, procurement of resources from financial markets, and financial decision making in the firm. Prerequisite: ECON 120 or ECON 260.
Examines statistical theories, principles and concepts associated with business operations and processes. The course utilizes statistical methods and techniques to develop, implement and analyze business decisions designed to improve efficiency and productivity. Prerequisite: MATH 102 or 211 or equivalent.
Examines the current and emerging legal principles that impact business transactions, topics include contracts, business organizations and structure, sale of goods, commercial paper, personal and real estate property, intellectual property and international business law.
Examines the process of selecting, designing, implementing and evaluating technology to meet mission critical requirements while maintaining competitive advantages, increase efficiency and minimizing costs.
Surveys the opportunities and challenges associated with planning, conducting and implementing international business transactions in the international marketplace. Prerequisite: BUSN 240.
Study of strategy development and deployment in the business enterprise and examines the overarching application of the role of a biblical worldview in the business enterprise. Prerequisites: BUSN 220, BUSN 240, and BUSN 320.
The integration and synthesis of knowledge and principles concerning all areas of business. Requirements include submission of a working business plan. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
Examines macroeconomic theories, comparative economics, econometrics, macro-economic models, fiscal and monetary policy formation and analysis. Prerequisite: ECON 120 or ECON 260.
Planning, operating, and controlling production of goods and services. Prerequisite: MATH 102.
Admission requirements for the bachelor’s in business program vary based on the stage you’re at in life. Select a link below to learn how to apply.
- On-Campus Experience (18-23)
- Online Students/Adult Learner (24+)
- Transfer Students
- Early College (Non-Degree Program)
- Professional Development (Non-Degree Program)
Invest in your calling with this bachelor’s in business degree.
2019-20 Tuition Rates
Program Type | Tuition |
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On-Campus Student
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Online Student (enrolled in 8-week classes)
*Average number of credits per semester. |
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RN to B.S. in Nursing Tuition |
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Student Fees
Fee |
Amount |
Description |
Application Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students)
|
$50 |
One-time fee, nonrefundable |
Enrollment Deposit (On-Campus Students) Enrollment Deposit (Evening/Online Students) |
$150 $50 |
Fee is deducted from tuition costs |
Graduation Fee(On-Campus & Evening/Online Students) |
$60 |
One-time fee upon submission of graduation application |
University Services Fee(On-Campus Students) University Services Fee(Online Students) |
$700/semester $550/semester |
Contributes to university academic and administrative operations |
Optional Fees
Late Payment |
$100/Session |
Incurred per session in the event of late tuition payment |
Course Fees |
Varies, |
Some courses in theater, animation, cinema television or science labs carry an additional fee |
2020-21 Tuition Rates
Program Type | Tuition |
---|---|
On-Campus Student
|
|
Online Student (enrolled in 8-week classes)
*Average number of credits per semester. |
|
RN to B.S. in Nursing Tuition |
|
Student Fees
Fee |
Amount |
Description |
Application Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students)
|
$50 |
One-time fee, nonrefundable |
Enrollment Deposit (On-Campus Students) Enrollment Deposit (Evening/Online Students) |
$150 $50 |
Fee is deducted from tuition costs |
Graduation Fee(On-Campus & Evening/Online Students) |
$60 |
One-time fee upon submission of graduation application |
University Services Fee(On-Campus Students) University Services Fee(Online Students) |
$750/semester $600/semester |
Contributes to university academic and administrative operations |
Optional Fees
Late Payment |
$100/Session |
Incurred per session in the event of late tuition payment |
Course Fees |
Varies, |
Some courses in theater, animation, cinema television or science labs carry an additional fee |