Incoming students who wish to pursue Sport Leadership at the University of Kentucky should select Sport Leadership-Careers (B.A.E.) on their application. Once enrolled, your academic advisor will assist you in choosing the best option for you. You will choose from one of the following Sport Leadership tracks.
Sport Leadership (B.A.E.)
What can you do with this degree?
Our Bachelor of Arts in Sport Leadership program is designed to prepare you for a career in the multi-billion-dollar sport industry. This degree program equips students with the skills to take on leadership roles across a wide range of sport-related careers, including collegiate and professional leagues, coaching, teams, sport marketing firms, event management companies, sport federation bodies, and so much more. This program is ideal for students driven by a passion for sport and a desire to thrive in competitive, dynamic environments. It provides the tools and connections to lead the future of sport. Additionally, students are required to complete a practicum course that requires 300 hours of real world experience.
Program Details
Degree Type: Bachelor of Arts in Education
Delivery Method: On Campus, In-Person
Scholarship Information: Student Scholarships and Awards
Practicum Information: KHP 477
Customize your program with one of three tracks
Careers
Focuses on developing both the leadership skills and career readiness needed to excel in the dynamic and competitive world of the sport industry and administration. This option combines elements of leadership theory, organizational management, communication, and strategic thinking. Students will complete a minimum of 30 hours of free electives and are encouraged to enroll in courses that will benefit career growth.
Gaming
Prepares you for a career in the emerging Esports and Gaming industry. You'll earn a degree in Sport Leadership, with a minor in Video Game Design and Development.
Entrepreneurs
You'll learn to develop new commercial ideas as an independent sport entrepreneur or corporate entrepreneur within a sport-related organization. You'll earn a degree in Sport Leadership with an undergraduate certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurial Thinking.
What you'll study
Below is a template that outlines the typical course progression for this major. Actual progression may vary based on factors such as AP/IB credits, dual enrollment, transfer credits, individual academic readiness. A College of Education academic advisor will help develop a path to graduation that is best suited for you.
Year 1
Semester 1 (15 course hours)
- UK Core- Composition & Communication I : CIS or WRD 110 (3)
- UK Core- Quantitative Foundations (3)
- UK Core- Arts and Creativity (3)
- UK Core- Global Dynamics (3)
- SOC101 – Introduction to Sociology; UK Core- Social Science (3)
Semester 2 (15 course hours)
- UK Core- Composition & Communication II: CIS or WRD 111 (3)
- UK Core- Statistical Inferential Reasoning (3)
- UK Core- Humanities (3)
- UK Core- Natural/Physical/Mathematical Sciences (3)
- General Elective (3)
Year 2
Semester 3 (15 course hours)
- UK Core- Community, Culture and Citizenship in U.S. (3)
- KHP 230- Human Health and Wellness (3)
- KHP 240-Nutrition and Physical Fitness (3)
- KHP 300- Psychology and Sociology of Physical Education and Sport (3) Graduation Composition and Communication Requirement
- General Elective (3)
Semester 4 (15 course hours)
- KHP 200- The History of Philosophy of Physical Educaton and Sport (3)
- General Elective (3)
- KHP 277- Career Development & Life Skills in Sport (3)
- KHP 280- Introduction to Coaching (3)
- General Elective (3)
Year 3
Semester 5 (15 course hours)
- KHP 301- Sociocultural Issues in Sport (3)
- KHP 320- Risk Management and Legal Issues in Sport (3)
- KHP 321- Sales, Sponsorship, and Fundraising in Sport (3)
- General Electives (6)
Semester 6 (15 course hours)
- KHP 322- Sport Facility and Event Management (3)
- General Elective (6)
- KHP 473- Management of Sport (3)
- KHP 474- Global Sport (3)
Year 4
Semester 7 (15 course hours)
- KHP 445- Introduction to Tests and Measurements (3)
- KHP 475- Sport Leadership and Ethics (3)
- KHP 476- Research in Sport Management (3)
- KHP 547- Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (3)
- KHP 477- Practicum in Kinesiology and Health Promotion (3)
Semester 8 (15 course hours)
- KHP 477- Practicum in Kinesiology and Health Promotion (3)
- KHP 580- Group Dynamics in Sport and Physical Activity (3)
- General Elective Courses (9)
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