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Sport & Entertainment Management, Online, MBA

Take the lead in the exciting worlds of sport and entertainment with our online MBA. This program equips you to become an influential industry leader, blending hands-on experiences, cutting-edge curriculum, and powerful networking opportunities.

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About this Program

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

This isn’t just any MBA—it’s your fast track to leadership in the sport and entertainment industry. Join a close-knit group of driven peers and immerse yourself in courses desgined to propel your career forward. Our exclusive mentor program pairs you with top industry leaders with expertise in brand management, corporate partnerships, financial analysis, and strategy for organizations ranging from the Kraken, Seahawks, Storm, Sounders, Climate Pledge and more. You'll get insider access and personalized support.

Our flexible, fully online courses are tailor-made for you, blending convenience with world-class learning while providing you with opportunities to connect with your peers and engage with your faculty. You'll conclude your online MBA with a celebratory in-person captsone presentation at Seattle University.

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 or spring quarter and is conducted asynchronously.

You'll enjoy an online weekend leadership retreat that takes place at the beginning of the program, and an in-person concluding gathering at Seattle University at the end of the program to present your capstone.

During the first year of the program, you will build a foundation by taking core MBA courses, focusing on skills such as analytical methods and problem solving. In the second year, you’ll dive into sport-and entertainment-specific MBA curriculum and connect with industry professionals. 

  • 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 through our Mentorship Program.
  • Engage with guest speakers from the C-suite. 
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Be Taught and Mentored by Renowned Industry Leaders in Sport and Entertainment

  • Seattle Seahawks (NFL)  
  • Seattle Mariners (MLB) 
  • Seattle Kraken (NHL) 
  • T-Mobile 
  • Seattle Sounders FC  
  • Seattle Storm (WNBA) 
  • Climate Pledge Arena 
  • Seattle Reign FC 
  • Seattle Seawolves Rugby
  • Seattle Sport Commission 
  • Seattle University Athletics

 

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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.

Featured Faculty

  • James Miles, MFA
    James Miles, MFA

    Creative Economy Manager, Seattle Office of Economic Development
    Assistant Professor, Performing Arts and Arts Leadership
    Affiliated Faculty, MBA Sport and Entertainment Management

  • Nick Forro, MBA
    Nick Forro, MBA

    Senior Vice President, Business Development, Climate Pledge Arena
    Adjunct Professor, MBA in Sport and Entertainment Management

  • Lisa Young
    Lisa Young

    Adjunct Professor, Sport & Entertainment Management

  • Rose Kaser, MFA
    Rose Kaser, MFA

    Assistant Director Flex JD, Seattle University School of Law
    Adjunct Professor, MBA in Sport and Entertainment Management

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Get in Touch

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

Michelle Mika

Admissions Counselor

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