Sport Management
Sport Management
Meet Our Program: Specialized, Career-Focused, Immersive
In the Sports Management program at Queens University, you will explore sports-related opportunities at all levels and develop the skills to plan, organize, and lead organizations in this fast-paced and exciting industry. Our program offers you a comprehensive, industry-specific education that will allow you to study all aspects of sports management. We also offer unparalleled access to industry professionals and leaders through strategic networking opportunities that will help you step confidently into the next phase of your career, whether it’s with one of Charlotte’s four professional sports leagues or to pursue opportunities across the U.S. and beyond.
Meet Kayah Shamapande-Scarboro ’23 & Anna Bonifay ‘23
“The invaluable experience within the sports management department has been a transformative journey, propelling me to new professional achievements. I was able to leverage diverse opportunities provided and fostered meaningful connections with professors and their network. My time as a Royal has truly catapulted me into the role I am in today.”
– Kayah Shamapande-Scarboro ’23 – Communications Coordinator, NASCAR and former intern with the Carolina Panthers
“In the realm of sports management, Queens University of Charlotte stands as a beacon of excellence with a commitment to educating and assisting its students. My time at Queens is one I cherish and I am thankful to my professors like Dr. Karla Jones and others for giving me the tools to be successful. Professor Jones, as the program coordinator, is dedicated to helping her students be successful by introducing them to what it takes to succeed post-graduation. Being a part of this program during my time at the university is one of the reasons I am successful in the sports world today.”
– Anna Bonifay ’23 – Communications Specialist, Charlotte Motor Speedway and former intern at ESPN
Program Highlights
- In the Queens Sports Management program, our goal is to prepare you to succeed after you graduate. Our in-depth curriculum lays a strong foundation, allowing you to explore everything from marketing and events to law and communications in the world of sports.
- Our emphasis on real-world connections will allow you to connect with over 100 industry professionals and over 50 sports organizations throughout the United States and internationally.
- With these connections, our students have interned for a variety of organizations, including ESPN, the Carolina Panthers, and Bespoke Sports & Entertainment.
Your Degree in Action
A bachelor’s degree in Sports Management prepares you to enter one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States. You’ll be able to take on roles such as:
- Sports Event & Facilities Director
- Sports Marketing Coordinator
- Sports Information, Communications, and Public Relations Specialist
- Assistant and Associate Athletic Director
- Corporate Partnerships Manager
- Community Relations Manager
- Sports Agent
- Sponsorship and Ticket Sales Manager
- Sports Analyst
- Business Manager
- Sports Broadcaster and Producer
- Community and Media Relations Specialist
- Finance, Business, and Accounting Specialist
Selected Courses
- Sport Marketing (KIN 320)
- Event & Facilities Management (KIN 330)
- Sport Law (KIN 340)
- Sports Internship (KIN 490)
Program Contact
Karla Jones, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Sport Management
Program Coordinator, Sport Management
jonesk@queens.edu
704-688-2852