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Master of Science in Business

Sport Leadership

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Master of Science in business

Sport leadership

Cultivate your business skills with Linfield's Master of Science in business program. The sport leadership specialization in Linfield's Master of Science in business program will prepare you to step into a game-changing career in the sport industry.

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A glance at the sport leadership program

  • Specialized courses

    Sport Leadership: Principles of leadership and management as a basis for understanding the development and governance of the sports industry as well as for addressing contemporary problems and issues. (BNSL 530)

    Sport Sales and Marketing: Explore the unique aspects of sales and marketing in a sports environment including promotion, sponsorship and consumer behavior in the sport industry. (BNSL 531)

    Sport Law: Examination of contract law, antitrust, labor relations, intellectual property, constitutional law, tort law, equity (including Title IX) and other areas of law through the lens of sport. (BNSL 532)

    Sport Analytics: Interpret sport data through analytical procedures. Examine the tools and methods used in sport data acquisition, processing, analysis, visualization and implementation. (BNSL 533)

  • Intensive workshops

    The program offers four intensive and interactive workshops where you will apply the information you're learning in the classroom. Potential sport-specific workshops offered may include:

    • Esports
    • Sports Ethics
    • Sports and Human Rights
    • Branding Beyond the Field: Navigating the NIL Landscape
  • International capstone project

    Gain real skills by doing real experience. Instead of a typical written thesis, the M.S. program ends with a capstone that applies your knowledge and expertise on a global scale. Consult directly with an international organization to solve one of its real-world problems, and then spend seven days at the international location to present your recommendations. Airfare is included in the cost of the program.

Introducing our M.S. in business students

Voices of Linfield

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Dr. Madden teaching a class in the MS in business program.
The front steps of T.J. Day Hall with a Linfield University banner on a light pole in the foreground.
2024-25 M.S. in Business Cohort
Introducing Linfield University's 2024-25 Master of Science in business cohort. Now offering three unique concentrations, this one-year program is designed for anyone ready to pursue roles in leadership.
The front steps of T.J. Day Hall with a Linfield University banner on a light pole in the foreground.
Dr. Madden teaching a class in the MS in business program.
The front steps of T.J. Day Hall with a Linfield University banner on a light pole in the foreground.
2023-24 M.S. in Business Cohort
Introducing Linfield University's 2023-24 Master of Science in business cohort. Now offering three unique concentrations, this one-year program is designed for anyone ready to pursue roles in leadership.
Linfield University banner on light pole
graduate students in the classroom listening to a student presentation
Linfield University banner on light pole
2022-23 M.S. in Business Cohort
We are pleased to introduce our 2022-23 Master of Science in business cohort! Now in its second year, this one-year program offers three tracks – design innovation, sport leadership and wine business leadership. It is designed for anyone ready to pursue roles in leadership.
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Portrait of Baily Paul '22
Baily catching a ball in the outfield during a softball game
Transfer Student to Softball Star
As she reflects on her time as a Wildcat, Baily Paul '22 is only more certain that Linfield was the right university for her. "I discovered so many pathways, I have amazing memories and amazing people by my side. There were some long days, but it's been so worth it," she said.
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Dean Jennifer Madden instructs the MS in business class
a light post with a Linfield University School of Business banner on the McMinnville campus in the fall
Meet the Inaugural Class of Linfield's Master of Science in Business
The carefully crafted Master of Science in business is a one-year program with two tracks - design innovation and sport leadership - designed for anyone wanting to pursue roles in leadership, regardless of undergraduate studies. We are pleased to introduce our first cohort of students!
Three students working together in the classroom.

Ready to apply?

Now accepting applications for fall 2024. Apply before April 15, 2024 to qualify for our fellowship scholarship of up to $5,000!

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