Athletic Administration

Online Certificate Program

ETSU Online

Become a Leader

The Athletic Administration graduate certificate provides aspiring professionals the opportunity to prepare for athletic administration positions. This may include sports management professionals, middle and high school teachers, junior college teachers, or athletic directors. Trained administrators can better serve schools and universities by improving the student-athlete experience, reducing potential liabilities, and overseeing budgets.

Students will learn more about the sports industry, engage in experiential learning, and grow their professional network.

Practical Experiences

There is a need for high-quality athletic administrators who oversee various aspects of sports programs within educational institutions or sports organizations.

Students gain knowledge and practical experience in legal issues, administration of athletics, sports marketing, sports financing, facilities management, and other issues in sports management.

Program information including curriculum and graduation requirements can be found in the ETSU Graduate Catalog.

With approval from the program coordinator, all 18 certificate credits may apply toward the M.S. Sport Management degree. 

Steps to Apply

  • Step 1 - Create your ETSU Application Account

    Step 1   Create your ETSU Application Account by choosing the "Sign Up" option

    Create your ETSU Application Account

  • Step 2 - Sign into the ETSU Application Portal

    Step 2  Sign in to the ETSU Application Portal and select "Start a New Application"

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  • Step 3 - Complete the Remaining Fields

    Step 3   Choose "Graduate," select your student type (domestic or international), select "Certificate," term, then choose  Athletic Administration and complete the remainder of the form.

    select domestic/international

    select certificate




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Cost

Credits to complete this program: 18 credit hours

TN Residents *eRate Out of State
$672 per credit hour $835.50 per credit hour $1,513 per credit hour
- The *eRate applies to students living out of state and taking all web-based courses.
- Additional fees may be required.
- Visit the Paying for College page to read more about costs and financial aid options.
- The costs associated with attending ETSU can include both direct and indirect costs. Please review ETSU's Cost of Attendance for more details. 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What accreditations apply to this certificate program?

    East Tennessee State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, education specialist, and doctoral degrees. East Tennessee State University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of East Tennessee State University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website  (www.sacscoc.org).






  • Is a master’s degree required for admission? 

    No, a master's degree is not required for admission; and a student's undergraduate degree does not have to be related to athletics administration. 

  • What are the prerequisites for this program?

    Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and meet the ETSU Graduate School admission requirements.

  • Are the courses for this certificate asynchronous or synchronous?

    All courses are asynchronous, giving students more freedom in how and when they choose to complete their certificate. 

  • Are there any on-campus requirements?

    No on-campus meetings are required. 

  • What is the time to completion?

    Full-time students can take three (3) courses per semester and complete the certificate in two (2) semesters (Fall/Spring or Spring/Fall).

    Part-time students can take two (2) courses per semester and complete the certificate in three (3) semesters (Fall/Spring/Summer or Spring/Summer/Fall).

  • Is there a plan of study/course schedule available for the full-time and part-time options?

    Two-Semester Plan

    Fall

    • SALM 5243 Sport Marketing (offered first seven weeks)
    • SALM 5215 Sport in Society (offered first seven weeks)
    • SALM 5220 Issues in Sport Management (offered second seven weeks)

    Spring 

    • SALM 5225 Facility & Event Management (offered first seven weeks and during Pre-Summer session)
    • SALM 5245 The Financing of Sport (offered first seven weeks)
    • SALM 5230 Legal Issues in PE/Sport (offered second seven weeks)

    Three-Semester Plan:

    Fall

    • SALM 5243 Sport Marketing (offered first seven weeks)
    • SALM 5220 Issues in Sport Management (offered second seven weeks)

    Spring

    • SALM 5245 The Financing of Sport (offered first seven weeks)
    • SALM 5230 Legal Issues in PE/Sport (offered second seven weeks)

    Summer

    • SALM 5225 Facility & Event Management (offered first seven weeks of Spring semester and during Pre-Summer session)
    • SALM 5430 Admin. of Sport & Recreation (offered Summer Session I)
  • When can I start?

    Students can start in the Fall, Spring, or Summer.

  • Are scholarships available?

    Not for the certificate, but ETSU does offer Tuition Scholarships and Graduate Assistantships for the M.S. in Sport Management program. Please visit the Paying for Graduate School website for more information and resources.