Sport, Recreation, and Fitness Management

At Faulkner University in Alabama, students can grow in their faith and develop the skills they need to embark on their careers. Our Bachelor of Science in Sports, Recreation, and Fitness Management is an interdisciplinary program that explores health and wellness, management, marketing, and more. Find out more about earning your sports management degree.

Curriculum Overview

Encompassing a total of 121 hours, the B.S. in Sports, Recreation, and Fitness Management program helps prepare students for a future in sports management. This well-rounded program balances philosophical and theoretical concepts with real-world management principles and offers a foundation rooted in Christian values.

Finding Your Purpose at Faulkner University

The field of sport management is vast, offering several opportunities for rewarding careers. Students enrolled in our B.S. in Sports, Recreation, and Fitness Management program learn the skills they need to take the lead in their area of expertise. Common career paths for students with a sports management degree include:

• Fitness facility manager
• Tourism and resort planner
• Community recreation supervisor
• Campus activities coordinator
• Health and wellness director
• Parks and recreation leader
• Faith-based recreation minister
• Fitness instructor
• Coach
• Sports business professional

At Faulkner University, we pride ourselves on our Christian heritage. It helps our students find fellowship and adds deeper meaning to the work they do throughout our programs. Graduate and undergraduate students find life at our Christian university fulfilling, as it focuses on education and integrity of character in a positive, welcoming environment. We currently offer more than 70 degree programs, including several online programs, to accommodate students with diverse needs and goals.