TAYLOR MBA SPORTS MANAGEMENT

TAYLOR MBA SPORTS MANAGEMENT

MBA is MVP of sports management industry, some say. Students with sports MBAs may have an advantage over peers with master of arts or science degrees. US News & World Report full article The Taylor University MBA Sports Management program equips students with both business acumen and sport industry knowledge and experience. Graduates will be prepared for a variety of careers in sport business management, sports business ventures, athletic administration, coaching and team operations at all levels. Learn More About Program Structure, pg 2 Global Study Tour, pg 4 Curriculum, pg 6 Tuition, pg 8 Financial Aid, pg 10 Career Opportunities, 12 Admissions, pg 14 1.

Program Structure The program spans 21 months, beginning in August. Students complete a total of 42 credit hours including experiential learning and internship hours. The chart below provides further details on how the program is structured and the curriculum is delivered. Face-to Face Sessions Graduate Assistant Work (Internship) International Study Tour Online Learning One Monday Every Month Fall sessions: September, October, November, & December J-Term Sessions: January Spring sessions: February, March, April, & May 20+ hours per week In season, GAs should expect to spend more than 20 hours per week on their internship. However, in the off-season GAs should have more flexibility and spend closer to 20 hours/week. Graduate Assistant Work: GAs should expect to work at least 20 hours per week. Depending on the season and position, weeks may require more than 20 hours. For students who already hold a sports position (e.g. High School Athletic Director, Minor League Sports Team, etc.): These positions may meet the experience/internship requirement, but will require prior approval in order to receive credit. 10-12 day International Trip All students are required to participate in the Global Study Tour course which requires international travel during the summer between year 1 and 2 of the program. Varying Degrees for Each Course Each course supplements learning with an online component. Students participate in online discussion, submit assignments, & access additional classes materials via Blackboard. Note: The instructional elements and delivery modes for the MBA Sports Management program are critical to the success of the program objectives. Therefore, students are expected to have regular internet access and to attend all class sessions. Any absence from a cohort activity, either in class or online, may jeopardize the timely and successful completion of the program. 2. Monthly Class Sessions: Students go to MBA residencies one Monday every month, where they attend class sessions. These sessions combine classroom instruction from experienced graduate faculty, presentations by industry experts, case studies, group work, peer-to-peer networking, and one-on-one mentoring and interaction with faculty. Distance Learning: Every course is supported to varying degrees with Blackboard, an internet-delivered classroom environment. It provides shared access to course documents, discussion boards, small group exercises, chats, an online grade book, and constant communication with other cohort members, professors, and MBA program offices. Courses offered over the summer and J-Term will be fully online except for the Global Study Tour which requires international travel. Travel/Study Tour: An overseas study tour is part of the curriculum for each cohort. This experience is designed to give students exposure to international sports venues and events, and using sports to share Christ. Professors will accompany the students on the trip, providing real-time commentary and application for student observations and experiences.

Global Study Tour Leaders in the sport management industry can no longer ignore globalization. Every leader must be prepared and equipped to lead in a global, cross-cultural world. To meet these ever changing diverse demands placed on organizational leaders, Taylor University has integrated global engagement as one of the key focuses in the MBA Sports Management program. Sport is probably the most universal aspect of popular culture. It crosses languages and countries to captivate spectators and participants, as both a professional business and a pastime... Sport is so central to our contemporary moment s blend of transnational cultural industrialization and textualization that it does more than reflect the global - sport is big enough in its effects to modify our very use of the term, globalization. - Jim McKay, Globalization and Sport: Playing the World Internationalization of the sport industry has resulted in a demand for integration of international perspectives into the sport management higher education curriculum to produce graduates capable of working within this rapidly developing global 1 industry. 1 de Haan, Donna & Emma Sherry. Beyond just talking about global issues, every Taylor University MBA graduate completes a Global Study Tour. These 10-12 day tours accomplish many objectives, but the following four are at the core: 1 Experience and understand the culture of other countries through tours, cultural experiences, and interacting with host nationals. 2 Observe first-hand global organizations by meeting with organizational leaders and touring their facilities in order to learn how they develop and execute their strategy, manage their international organization, and deal with the complexities they face both at home and abroad. 3 Exposure to international sports venues and events, and using sports to share Christ. 4 Have some fun and build community with fellow students, guests and faculty. A unique aspect of the Taylor MBA global study tours is that adult guests are welcome. COST: The Global Study Tour cost is included in tuition and no additional fees are charged by the Taylor MBA. As part of tuition, the following items are included: airfare from US gateway, all ground transportation, lodging, most admissions fees, and most meals. Students may be responsible for some personal meals, entertainment and transportation during free time and souvenirs. WHEN: Global Study Tours for MBA Sports Management students take place the summer between year one and two of the program. Exact dates will be provided during the spring term of year one. Internationalisation of the Sport Management Curriculum: Acadmic and WHERE: TBD. Past trips include London, Hong Kong,, Costa Rica, Italy, and Germany. Student Reflections. Journal 4. of Studies in International Education. Sage Publications. 16 Feb 2012. 5.

Curriculum Students complete a total of 42 credit hours including experiential learning and internship hours. The curriculum is evenly balanced between business courses and sports management courses, as shown in the chart below. Business Classes: 21 credit hours Sports Management Classes: 21 credit hours Managerial Accounting Sports Administration Global Economic Environment Sports Law Financial Management & Performance Sports Communication Global Study Tour Sports Sponsorship & Fundraising Ethics & Decision Making Facility & Event Management Research & Analytics Emerging Sports Policy Issues Management & Strategy Sports Management Internship* *2 internships will be completed, one per year for a total of 6 credit hours. No tuition or fees will be charged for the internship credit hours. Course descriptions are available here. The MBA in Sports Management is designed to provide the blend of experience and academics needed to excel in students chosen field. Evan Wood, PhD, Program Chair 6. Year 1 Fall Term: 9 credit hours Research & Analytics (3 hrs) Sports Administration (3 hrs) Facility & Event Management (3 hrs) J-Term: 2 credit hours Sports Sponsorship & Fundraising (2 hrs) Spring Term: 8-9 credit hours Global Economic Environment (3 hrs) Sports Communication (3 hrs) Internship (2-3 hrs) Summer Term: 5 credit hours Global Study Tour (3 hrs) Emerging Sports Policy Issues (2 hrs) Internships run throughout years Year 2 Fall Term: 8-9 credit hours Managerial Accounting (3 hrs) Management & Strategy (3 hrs) Internship (2-3 hrs) J-Term: 2 credit hours Sports Law (2 hrs) Spring Term: 8-9 credit hours Ethics & Decision Making (3 hrs) Financial Management & Performance (3 hrs) Internship (2-3 hrs)

Tuition and Expenses Estimation 2014-15 The Taylor University MBA Sports Management program is a cost-effective investment in your future. When compared with other high-quality MBA or Sports Management programs, you will see that Taylor is focused on your ability to complete the program without incurring significant debt. Year 1 Expenses Program Costs (Tuition): Estimated Living Expenses: Total Estimated Expenses Year 1: Income Estimated Graduate Assistantship: Estimated Financial Aid: Total Estimated Income Year 1: $12,000 1 $ 6,750 2 $18,750 $12,000 3 $20,500 4 $32,500 Y Expenses Program Costs (Tuitio Estimated Living Expen Total Estimated Expens Income Estimated Graduate A Estimated Financial Aid Total Estimated Income As part of Taylor s commitment to integrity, we provide the all-in costs. All program costs include 100% tuition, books and course materials, fees, and the International Study Trip. There are no surprises! The chart is provided as an aid in estimating the total cost of participating in the MBA Sports Management program. The tuition and materials charges for each cohort are guaranteed for the duration of the planned program. Students attend class sessions one Monday per month on campus in Upland, IN. Travel costs to class vary depending on the student s location, and students should budget accordingly. Year 2 Expenses Program Costs (Tuition): Estimated Living Expenses: Total Estimated Expenses Year 2: Income Estimated Graduate Assistantship: Estimated Financial Aid: Total Estimated Income Year 2: $12,000 1 $ 6,750 2 $18,750 $12,000 3 $20,500 4 $32,500 Y Expenses Program Costs (Tuitio Estimated Living Expen Total Estimated Expens Income Estimated Graduate A Estimated Financial Aid Total Estimated Income Notes: 1 2 3 4 Program costs include 100% tuition, books, fees, and the International Study Tour. Some meals and all souvenirs & purchases while on the International Study Tour will be the student s responsibility. Living expenses are based on average graduate living expenses during the academic year in Upland, Indiana, including items such as housing, meals, and gas/car. Graduate assistantship total is an estimate. The total assistantship will be determined by the individual program providing the assistantship. Financial aid is based on 2013-2014 guidelines. The total may increase or decrease depending on federal guidelines. 8. 9.

Financial Aid Taylor University graduate students are eligible for the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan Program. Graduate students can borrow up to the full cost of attendance (tuition and fees, international travel expense, books and materials, and other related expenses) through the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan Program up to the maximum allowed amount of $20,500 per year. Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans You are not required to demonstrate financial need to receive a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan. You will need to let the Financial Aid Office know how much you want to borrow, up to $20,500 per year. Interest accrues (accumulates) immediately upon the first disbursement of the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan. You can pay the interest while you are in school and during grace periods and deferment or forbearance periods, or you can allow it to accrue and be capitalized (that is, added to the principal amount of your loan). If you choose not to pay the interest as it accrues, this will increase the total amount you have to repay because you will be charged interest on a higher principal amount. Additional loan types provided under the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan Program include Direct GRAD PLUS Loans (for graduate and professional degree students) and Direct Consolidation Loans (to combine federal education loan debts into a single loan). For more information please visit: http://studentaid.ed.gov/types/loans The student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov, listing Taylor University Upland (001838) as a recipient of the data. The FAFSA must be completed each academic year (which covers July 1 through June 30 for federal financial aid purposes). The FAFSA should be completed two to three months before the student needs the loan funds. Upon receipt of the student s FAFSA data, Taylor University s Financial Aid Office will review the data and may request additional information if necessary. Once the file is complete, the Financial Aid Office will send an Award Letter identifying the student s loan eligibility and providing detailed instructions for completing the loan application process. Repayment of the loan principal is deferred until after graduation or until the student ceases to be enrolled at least half time. Students must also have an undergraduate degree to qualify for student loans at the graduate level. Questions? If you have questions regarding financial aid, please contact Luke Tilden, Financial Aid Counselor, at 765.998.5441 or by email at luke_tilden@taylor.edu. You may also contact the MBA office toll-free at 866.471.6062 or by email at mba@taylor.edu. 11.

Career Opportunities venues 12. professional sports intercollegiate sports college intramurals youth sports high school athletics community-based organizations stadiums & arenas parks & recreation departments marketing/advertising firms national sport organizations international sport organizations olympics bowl organizations sport manufacturing companies athletic clubs community centers amateur sports country clubs resorts cruise ships travel/tourism tennis clubs medical clinics consulting firms military outdoor education centers camps aquatic centers race tracks retail stores sports publications/broadcasting athletic director sports information director operations manager director of community relations personnel manager box office manager coach recruiting coordinator director of ticket operations director of compliance services bowl game administrator CEO facilities manager director of public relations store manager product evaluation analyst director of marketing event manager director of financial operations director of youth programs intramural sports director sportscaster equipment manager event coordinator sponsorship coordinator director of fan development corporate partnership manager director of business operations director of merchandising summer camp administrator fitness center director 13. positions

Admissions Applicant Requirements 1. Applicants will have completed a four-year undergraduate program from an accredited U.S. college or university. 2. While there is no minimum undergraduate GPA requirement, most successful Taylor MBA applicants will have achieved at least a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. 3. Applicants will have satisfied business prerequisites in accounting, economics, finance, management, and math/ statistics. If an applicant has not satisfied the prerequisite requirements through undergraduate courses from an accredited university, the Taylor MBA office offers completion options. 4. Interview with the Director of the MBA program and/or the MBA Admissions Committee. 5. Applicant has provided the necessary items for application to the Taylor University MBA program office, including: Application for admissions, including academic history work experience, career plans, & statement of faith Official transcripts from all previous undergraduate and graduate work Three letters of recommendation, including one from current or previous employer Professional résumé Student Assessment 14. The Taylor University MBA program requires a writing assessment of students upon admission. All first-time students will submit a writing assessment based on the criteria outlined by the Taylor MBA Office. For more information contact the Taylor MBA Office at mba@taylor.edu. Exemptions: Students are exempt from the writing assessment requirements if they meet one of the following criteria: 1. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from their undergraduate degree and/or 2. Have a grade of B or better in each of these four areas from their undergraduate degree: accounting, economics, finance, and management Conditional admission may be granted to applicants if the student does not meet the above mentioned requirements (i.e. not meeting all prerequisite requirements, GPA lower than 3.0, does not receive endorsement from 3 recommendation letters, etc.). Conditional Acceptance It is each student s responsibility to obtain an approved graduate assistantship prior to the start of the program. While it is not a requirement to have an assigned GA to be accepted into the MBA Sports Management program, it is recommended that students make arrangements early as these positions are a requirement to successfully complete and graduate from the program. Graduate Assistantship Apply Now 15.

TAYLOR UNIVERSITY Our goal is to create future leaders in the sports area that not only excel in sports, but are also wellequipped to manage and lead the increasingly complex organizations in the sports industry. Evan Wood, PhD, Program Chair