The MA in Sport Management is designed to prepare students for a career within the expanding sport industry. Sport Management includes any combination of skills related to planning, budgeting, organizing, directing, staffing, marketing and controlling in a sports organization. The MA curriculum is a unique blend of formal coursework and opportunities designed for practical experience. The close cooperation with several sports venues in the St. Charles/St. Louis area enhances the program and enables students to gain first-hand knowledge and work experience in sports management. The MA requires the successful completion of 39 credit hours, including the completion of 150 working hours in an assigned practicum. An MA applicant without sufficient coursework in the areas of finance and business marketing may also be required to complete 6 credit hours of program perquisite coursework.