The University of St. Thomas

Athletics & Activities Administration

Curriculum

The Master of Arts in Athletics and Activities Administration requires four areas of work: core and research courses, concentration, and an integrative seminar.

Core Courses (9 Credits)

Foundation Courses (select two):

  • Purposes and Contexts of Education
    EDLD 800 – 3 Credits 
  • Leadership and Organizational Theory
    EDLD 801 – 3 Credits 
  • Communication, Conflict and Decision Making
    EDLD 845 – 3 Credits

Research Courses (6 Credits)

  • Research Design, Analysis and Critique I
    EDLD 621 – 3 Credits 
  • Community Assessment and Evaluation
    EDLD 851 – 3 Credits

Concentration (15 Credits)

As part of initial professional planning, students, working with faculty, will outline a program of concentrated study. The program will address areas critical to leadership in sport management.

  • Administration of Athletic Programs
    GRPE 503 – 3 Credits 
  • Supervision of Personnel, Programs and Facilities
    GRPE 509 – 3 Credits 
  • Internship
    GRPE 520 – 3 Credits  
  • Sport Law and Governance
    EDLD 897 - 3  Credits
  • Human Resources Management
    EDLD 816 - 3 Credits

Integrative Seminar (1 Credit)

  • Integrative Seminar
    EDLD 780 – 1 Credit

Department Faculty