The Master of Science: Sport and Entertainment Management Program
Program Mission
The Masters of Sport and Entertainment program offers a challenging and rewarding experience for those seeking a unique opportunity to engage with industry professionals while learning from highly qualified faculty with real-world experience. The program is designed to create a synergy between learning and doing through key partnerships with Nashville sport and entertainment businesses and practitioners. The program’s purpose is to educate, equip, empower and engage the next generation of industry professionals.
MSSEM Academic Program
The Master of Science in Sport and Entertainment Management program is 18 months in length. Online courses are 6 weeks in length and require about 15 hours per week of work.
MSSEM Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the MSSEM program should be able to:
1. Define and apply fundamental business principles requisite for professional success in sport and entertainment industries.
2. Recognize and articulate fundamental management concepts and skills.
3. Communicate competence (oral and written) and work collaboratively in a professional manner.
4. Develop and incorporate analytical and problem-solving skills through real-world application in the functional areas such as management, operations, human resources, and marketing.
5. Model leadership skills necessary for the global sport and entertainment industries.
6. Demonstrate ethical awareness and apply ethical principles in a professional manner.
Admissions Requirements
Admission into the MSSEM program is based on a careful appraisal of the applicant's academic record, performance, and work experience if any.
To be considered for admission, applicants must:
1. Submit an online application.
2. Have earned a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher. Applicants must submit one official transcript from all colleges/universities attended (undergraduate and graduate work). These transcripts must be sent directly (by mail or fax) from the institution to Admissions, Trevecca Nazarene University, 333 Murfreesboro Road, Nashville, TN 37210. All hours from accredited institutions will be considered in calculating the cumulative GPA.
3. Have prior credit of a college math course (grade "C" or higher), reflected on transcript, or equivalent.
4. Have prior credit of a college English Composition course (grade "C" or higher), reflected on transcript, or equivalent.
For those who do not have a four-year degree that was completed within the United States, a 40-minute writing assessment at Trevecca is required as a part of the admissions process.
Students not meeting the minimum requirements may request conditional admission from the Skinner School of Business Graduate Programs Director.
Grading System
Trevecca Nazarene University's grading system, based on class work and examinations, is as follows:
| Description |
Grade |
Quality Points |
| Exceptional |
A |
4.0 |
| |
A- |
3.7 |
| Superior |
B+ |
3.3 |
| |
B |
3.0 |
| |
B- |
2.7 |
| Average |
C+ |
2.3 |
| *Passing |
C |
2.0 |
| |
C- |
1.7 |
| |
D+ |
1.3 |
| |
D |
1.0 |
| |
D- |
0.7 |
| |
F |
0.0 |
*Note: A grade lower than a C in a course must be repeated.
| Incomplete |
"I" |
Given for sickness or emergency reasons near end of a course. The incomplete must be approved by the teacher and the program director. The "I" must be removed within six weeks or the grade will be based on points earned for completed work. |
| Withdrawal |
"W" |
Granted to a student who officially withdraws from a class before the end of day 21 for most courses or day 35 for 12-week courses. The grade of "W" may be assigned by the |
Sport and Entertainment Management Program Curriculum
Sport and Entertainment Management Courses — 34 hours
| BUS 5900 | Foundations for Graduate Business Studies | 1 |
| BUS 6000 | Introduction to Graduate Business Studies | 2 |
| BUS 5013 | Organizational Behavior and Leadership | 3 |
| BUS 6015 | Accounting and Finance for Managers | 3 |
| BUS 6223 | The Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| MOL 5300 | Leading and Building Teams | 3 |
| ECO 5023 | Global and Economic Environment | 3 |
| SEM 6100 | Seminar in Sport and Entertainment Management | 1 |
| SEM 6200 | Sales and Marketing | 3 |
| SEM 6300 | Fan Engagement Strategies | 3 |
| SEM 6400 | Event and Venue Management | 3 |
| SEM 6500 | Contemporary Issues and Ethics | 3 |
| SEM 6600 | Capstone Research Project | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 34