
Online Master of Sports Administration (OMSA)
Build the Skills for your Leadership Role in Sports BusinessWith Ohio University's online Master of Sports Administration (OMSA) degree, you can gain the credentials you need to advance your career. This #1 Online Sports Administration Degree Program1 strengthens your skills and helps you master concepts from business, law, analytics, and more, as they apply to athletics. You will graduate ready to pursue college athletics, professional sports, sports media, and other opportunities.
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- Calendar 21 month duration
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Comprehensive Sports Management Education
Students will develop a firm mastery of concepts essential to sports leadership, including sport marketing, revenue generation, sport analytics, sport law, facility management, and more. Together, these outstanding qualities make the OMSA worthy of recognition by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation.
Lead with Passion and Skill
Upon completing your OMSA, your education will empower you to pursue a range of leadership roles in industries such as college athletics, professional sports, sports media. You will be able to apply management skills that will sustain you throughout your career.
Online Learning Experience
No matter what your career goals are, Ohio University can help you get there. We offer a wide range of online graduate programs specifically for professionals who are ready for their next step. Complete focused courses and maintain your work and personal responsibilities by studying when and where it's convenient for you. As a student, you'll learn alongside fellow leaders and have access to the same expert faculty and leading-edge curriculum as you would on campus.
About the College of Business
Ohio University's AACSB-accredited College of Business offers industry-driven online programs built for leaders and working professionals. When you learn with us, you will unlock the benefits of an innovative education designed for today's global business world.
Student Testimonial
"What sets Ohio University apart is the network - there are Bobcats everywhere in the sports world."
- Stefan Onorato, OMSA, May 2024

Financial Aid and Scholarships
OHIO is committed to offering affordable, competitive tuition and has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year as a best-value university by U.S. News and World Report. We offer financial aid to all students who qualify – our FAFSA code is 003100.
In addition, alumni and corporate partners are automatically eligible to receive a scholarship of up to 15% through our incentive program for any of the included online graduate degree or certificate programs. Contact our admissions team for more details.
Support for Military-Affiliated Students
Ohio University is a Military Collegiate Purple Star Award® school and has been named one of the nation’s top Military Friendly® schools for over a decade. Our Veteran and Military Student Services Center provides access to programs and services specifically for military members and their families. In addition, student veterans and active military members are eligible to receive an incentive scholarship of up to 15% for eligible online graduate programs.
As an OHIO online student, you can earn credit for select military experience, training or previous college credit. To learn more about the military benefits available to you, contact us today.
It is not the intent of Ohio University to imply an endorsement by any service branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.



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