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Sport & Entertainment Management, Online, MBA

This degree prepares you to become a respected industry leader in the sport and entertainment field, while becoming a well-informed business practitioner through experiential learning, specialized curriculum and networking programs.  

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About this Program

Unleash Your Potential with Seattle University's Dynamic Sport and Entertainment MBA

This isn’t just any MBA. Our program is designed to fast-track your professional development and connect you with a small, tight-knit group of peers who share your ambition and drive. Our robust mentor program links you with top industry leaders and partners, providing invaluable insights and opportunities.

Experience the perfect blend of flexibility and prestige by completing your degree online, wherever you are. With only two visits to Seattle University—an exciting kickoff weekend and a grand finale session—you’ll be part of an exclusive cohort of rising stars without interrupting your life.

You’ll master analytical methods to tackle and solve intricate business challenges in our interconnected global landscape. Seattle University's Sport and Entertainment MBA equips you with the skills, connections, and confidence to shine in your career. Get ready to elevate your professional journey to new heights!

Online Sport & Entertainment Management MBA at a Glance

Learn how this degree from Albers School of Business and Economics will contribute to your career goals. Then, explore course requirements and see how impactful a Seattle University degree can be. 

This 24-month online program begins in the fall quarter and is conducted asynchronously. However, there is an in-person weekend leadership retreat that takes place at the beginning of the program at Seattle University’s campus. During the first year of the program, you will build a foundation by taking core MBA courses and connecting with your peer cohort. In the second year, you’ll dive into sport and entertainment specific MBA curriculum. Finally, you’ll return to Seattle University to present your capstone over one weekend.

  • Demonstrate competence for managerial decision-making specific to the sport and entertainment industry. 
  • Recognize and address moral and ethical challenges, and defend a course of action. 
  • Develop inclusive leadership through demonstration of their ability to harness the power of diversity as a source for creativity, innovation and collaboration. 
  • Apply appropriate analytical methods to identify, describe and propose solutions to complex business problems in an interconnected world. 
  • Develop self-awareness and curiosity in pursuit of professional and personal growth. 
  • Display competence in professional communication. 

What You’ll Learn

See the classes you'll take as a student here.

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What Sets Us Apart

Discover an online degree set up for your success: 

  • Create a community with online peers.
  • Build your professional network.
  • Receive coaching towards internships and part time positions in your local area.
  • Engage with guest speakers from the C-suite. 
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Learn from Renowned Industry Leaders

Collaborate with phenomenal partners such as the:

  • Seattle Seahawks (NFL) 
  • Seattle Mariners (MLB)
  • Seattle Kraken (NHL)
  • T-Mobile
  • Seattle Sounders FC 
  • Seattle Storm (WNBA)
  • Climate Pledge Arena
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Aim Higher

Imagine your next career as a: 

  • Vice President of Ticket Sales and Services  
  • Director of Game Day Operations
  • Director of Stadium Operations  
  • Vice President of People and Culture
  • Director of Communications
  • Athletic Director

Sport and Entertainment Information Session and Faculty Highlights

Explore Online Sport and Entertainment Management through an information session, or through faculty-led videos where industry experts discuss their unique experiences in the field.

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Get in Touch

If you have any questions about the program or application, we’re here to help.  

Christine Campbell

Assistant Director of Graduate Online Programs

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