Program Overview

An experience-driven approach to sports leadership

The Butler Master of Science in Sports Management prepares students to turn a passion for sports into a strategic, career-ready skillset. Combining leadership, operations, marketing, and finance with hands-on projects, internships, and real-world problem-solving, the program offers practical experience across professional, collegiate, and sports-adjacent industries. With access to one of the country’s most connected sports ecosystems—through the Butler Institute for Sports & Entertainment, industry partnerships, and a robust alumni network—graduates leave ready to lead and make an impact in the sports industry.