The Sport Management minor will build upon the strengths of the UIS undergraduate general education requirements, existing CBM foundation and existing CBM college core coursework to develop competencies that will prepare students for success in the sports industry. For program requirements, course descriptions and other info check out the Sport Management Minor catalog page.
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials
Bright OutlookOfficiate at competitive athletic or sporting events. Detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations. Includes all sporting officials, referees, and competition
Officiate at competitive athletic or sporting events. Detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations. Includes all sporting officials, referees, and competition judges.
Median Annual Wage
$40,710
Wage Range
$26,540 – $82,960
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
High school diploma or equivalent, Less than high school diploma, Bachelor’s degree
Sports Medicine Physicians
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent injuries that occur during sporting events, athletic training, and physical activities.
Median Annual Wage
$265,930
Wage Range
$69,170 – $452,360
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Doctoral degree, Post-doctoral training
Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners
Post information enabling patrons to wager on various races and sporting events. Assist in the operation of games such as keno and bingo. May operate random number-generating equipment and announce th
Post information enabling patrons to wager on various races and sporting events. Assist in the operation of games such as keno and bingo. May operate random number-generating equipment and announce the numbers for patrons. Receive, verify, and record patrons' wagers. Scan and process winning tickets presented by patrons and pay out winnings for those wagers.
Median Annual Wage
$34,980
Wage Range
$22,090 – $48,270
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
High school diploma or equivalent, Some college, no degree, Associate’s degree
Athletes and Sports Competitors
Bright OutlookCompete in athletic events.
Median Annual Wage
$66,710
Wage Range
$26,500 – $742,310
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Less than high school diploma, Bachelor’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent
Coaches and Scouts
Bright OutlookInstruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports for the primary purpose of competition. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports for the primary purpose of competition. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching certifications should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.
Median Annual Wage
$47,320
Wage Range
$28,790 – $98,860
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Associate’s degree
General and Operations Managers
Bright OutlookPlan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing d
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.
Median Annual Wage
$105,770
Wage Range
$50,090 – $253,390
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
High school diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s degree, Some college, no degree
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