The University of St. Thomas

School of Education

Master of Arts in Athletics and Activities Administration program Courses

Administration of Athletic Programs (GRPEX503 - 3 credits)

Understand the organization, conduct and programming of interscholastic and intramural sports.

Internship (GRPE520X - 3 credits)

Participate in a practical leadership experience in a real-world setting.

Communication, Conflict and Decision Making (EDLD845X - 3 credits)

Examine strategies for analyzing and dealing with conflict between individuals and groups, effective communication processes and decision-making strategies.

Human Resource Management (EDLD816X - 3 credits)

Learn strategies for personnel selection, management and development.

Research and Design (EDLD621X - 3 credits)


Supervision of Programs and Facilities (GRPE509X - 3 credits)
Acquire supervisory skills and strategies for evaluation of programs and facility needs in the athletics and activities setting.

Purposes and Contexts of Education (EDLD800X - 3 credits)

Examine values that have shaped American education with a particular focus on ethics, equity, lifelong learning and global perspectives.

Projects in Sports Management (EDLD838X - 3 credits)

Develop management skills to fit your career needs through real projects in professional settings.

Administration of Student Activities (EDLD835X - 3 credits)

Examine the operation of student activities including financing, determining needs and interests, maintaining a balanced program and student government.


 Topics Cource, Title TBD (EDLD897X - 3 credits)

Study issues, concerns and trends in athletic and activities administration.

Integrative Seminar (EDLD780 - 1 credit)
Analyze and critically reflect upon your learning experience.


* Course schedule and faculty are subject to change. In some cases, certain courses may be taken with another cohort or at another location.

The University of St. Thomas reserves the right to cancel or postpone the Athletics Activities MA 5 cohort if we have not received an adequate number of qualified applicant.

Refer to our catalog for course descriptions with greater detail.

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