The Sports Industry Program in the Brock School of Business offers a rigorous Sports Business MBA curriculum paired with real-world sports business experiences, preparing you for a successful career in the highly competitive sports industry. Samford MBA applicants and current students can apply to join this exclusive program at any time. However, with enrollment capped at 20 students per class, early application is strongly encouraged.
Eligibility and Application Timeline
- While there's no strict deadline, applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until all spots are filled.
- Early application is highly recommended to secure your place in this limited-enrollment program.
Application Requirements
- Academic Excellence: Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Character References: Provide references that speak to your personal character and potential.
- Statement of Purpose: Clearly articulate your educational and career goals in sports business.
- Extracurricular Activities: Highlight experiences in the sports industry that demonstrate your potential for success.
Applicants should demonstrate high standards of scholarship, outstanding personal character, and serious educational aims. Your application will be carefully analyzed based on your academic records, character references, clarity of educational purpose and relevant extracurricular activities.
Program Investment
Students accepted into the Sports Business MBA program will be assessed a $250 Sports Industry Program Fee for each of their first two semesters of MBA coursework at Samford, regardless of which courses are taken during those semesters. After the first two semesters, no additional Sports Industry Program Fees will be charged, regardless of how long it takes to complete the MBA degree. This fee is non-refundable and will be charged even if a student later decides to drop the sports business concentration.
The Sports Industry Program Fee helps offset the cost of the extensive extracurricular sports industry experiences, exclusive networking opportunities, and comprehensive professional development activities that are unique to our program. These distinctive program elements contribute significantly to our graduates' exceptionally high placement rate in sports industry careers
Ready to Apply?
To request an application and begin your journey in the Brock School of Business Sports Industry Program, please email Marshal Smith, Assistant Director for the Sports Industry Program, at msmith60@samford.edu.
