BA Business (Sport Business)

The W. P. Carey BA in Sports Business program in business with a concentration in sports business is attractive to students with an interest in the sports industry.

Students acquire the skills necessary to build knowledge and understanding of the development of the strategic business process in sports organizations and its relationship to media. The program offers a strong focus on applied elements of the sports industry, especially as it relates to media and its impact on the industry.

Attendance type

Full-time

Credit hours
120
Study method
Online or campus immersion
STEM-OPT option
Not available
Campus
Tempe or West Valley campus

W. P. Carey School of Business

The W. P. Carey School of Business prepares tomorrow‚ business leaders to create positive global change through excellence and innovation. Ranked #1 for online undergraduate business programs by U.S. News & World Report (2023) and #10 globally for its Executive MBA by Financial Times (2022), W. P. Carey is a leader in business education.

The school is also highly recognized for its operations, supply chain logistics and project management programs. W. P. Carey sparks positive change by educating students, producing groundbreaking research and engaging with communities to transform the world.

About School

ASU degree pathways

Students enrolled at an ASU Cintana Alliance Network institution have the chance to start their courses at their home institution and transfer those credits* to finish their remaining years at ASU.

Model available: Undergraduate dual degree and pathway to ASU degree only.

Courses at home university
Up to 90 credit hrs. can be transferred
from ACI to ASU
Students must earn a “C-” or
higher for courses to transfer to ASU
Graduation requirements at partner institution
Courses at ASU
Minimum of 30 credits must be completed at ASU
English Composition I & II
General Education and Graduation requirements must be
met through the combination of transfer courses from partner institution and the coursework completed at ASU

*Transfer eligibility is subject to student performance in transfer courses and Arizona State University transfer requirements.
*A specific plan of study will be agreed upon between institutions, but here are general requirements to be completed at each institution.

Career opportunities and applicable roles

Sports business is a constantly evolving career field. A business degree with a concentration in sports business prepares you for a wide range of jobs in the sports industry. Whether you’re interested in advertising and creative or outreach and youth sports, you’ll have the opportunity to turn your passion for sports into a suitable career path.

Administrative Service Manager
Advertising and Sponsorship Salesperson Agent
Business Manager
Event Planner
Management Analyst and More

Recruiting companies

89% of ASU undergrads apply to grad school or find a job within 90 days of graduation SU is ranked Top 10 for tech company hires QS World University Rankings, 2022

2025-26 Important dates and deadlines

Program Start Application Deadline Classes Begin Tuition Payment Deadline
Spring start (January) November 1, 2024 January 13, 2025 January 20, 2025
Fall start (August) May 1, 2025 August 21, 2025 August 25, 2025
Spring start (January) November 1, 2025 January 12, 2026 January 19, 2026

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