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Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Sports Management, Development

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and EconomicsTotal credits120Estimated duration4 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Sports Management, Development

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Sports Management, Development core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Sports Management and Development provides a comprehensive academic foundation for individuals seeking to lead within the sports industry through a lens of integrity, stewardship, and servant leadership. Students engage with the core functional areas of sport administration, including organizational behavior, financial management, facility operations, and strategic marketing, all while examining the socio-economic impact of sport in diverse community contexts. The curriculum emphasizes the application of ethical frameworks to real-world management dilemmas, preparing graduates to navigate the complexities of the sports industry with professional excellence and moral clarity. By integrating business theory with a commitment to community development, the program equips students to utilize sport as a vehicle for positive social transformation and organizational growth. Through a combination of rigorous coursework and practical experience, participants develop the critical thinking and interpersonal skills necessary to foster healthy organizational cultures and inclusive athletic environments. The program bridges technical proficiency with a foundational focus on character development, ensuring that future managers are prepared to lead with transparency, empathy, and sustainable practices in both local and global arenas.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Sports Management, Development program combines a rigorous liberal arts foundation with comprehensive study in sports theory, organizational management, behavioral science, human development, ethics, research methodologies, crisis awareness, referral protocols, strategic program development, and community-based support structures within a faith-based context.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
B.A. in Faith-Based Sports Management, Development
Total program length
120 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Four academic years
General education
36 credit hours
Professional application courses
15 credit hours
Capstone requirement
6 credit hours
Academic unit
HBIU College of Business and Economics
Total credits
120
Duration
4 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze the operational, financial, and legal complexities of the contemporary global sports industry.
  • Apply principles of organizational behavior and leadership to foster positive team dynamics and community engagement.
  • Evaluate the impact of sport-based programs on community development and social cohesion.
  • Design comprehensive marketing and strategic plans that align with organizational objectives and ethical standards.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in managing athletic facilities and events through an emphasis on safety and fiscal stewardship.
  • Integrate ethical decision-making and character-based leadership into the daily practices of sports administration.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS101
  • Introduction to Business Administration
  • 3
  • None
  • ENG101
  • College Composition
  • 3
  • None
  • HIS105
  • History of Western Civilization
  • 3
  • None
  • COM120
  • Principles of Communication
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS101 — Introduction to Business Administration: Explores the fundamental concepts of business, including marketing, management, and finance. Students examine the role of organizations within a global economic environmentThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • ENG101 — College Composition: Develops academic writing and research skills through critical analysis and the drafting of professional documents. Focuses on clarity, structure, and evidence-based argumentationThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HIS105 — History of Western Civilization: Surveys the social, political, and cultural developments of Western societies from antiquity to the present. Emphasizes the evolution of institutional frameworksThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • COM120 — Principles of Communication: Examines verbal and non-verbal communication dynamics in professional and interpersonal settings. Includes practice in public speaking and active listeningThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT150
  • Principles of Management
  • 3
  • BUS101
  • MAT110
  • Business Statistics
  • 3
  • None
  • SOC101
  • Introduction to Sociology
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS110
  • Professional Ethics and Social Responsibility
  • 3
  • None
  • MGT150 — Principles of Management: Introduces the functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling in organizational settings. Focuses on the role of managers in ethical decision-makingThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • MAT110 — Business Statistics: Provides an overview of statistical methods applied to business research and data-driven decision-making. Covers descriptive and inferential statisticsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • SOC101 — Introduction to Sociology: Investigates the social structures, group behaviors, and cultural dynamics that influence human interaction. Provides a framework for understanding community relationshipsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS110 — Professional Ethics and Social Responsibility: This course examines ethical frameworks and corporate social responsibility standards within the global sports industry. It emphasizes decision-making models that balance stakeholder interests and organizational integrity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS210
  • Sports Management Foundations
  • 3
  • MGT150
  • BUS220
  • Financial Accounting
  • 3
  • BUS101
  • PSY200
  • Organizational Psychology
  • 3
  • SOC101
  • HUM200
  • Worldview and Culture
  • 3
  • CHR110
  • BUS210 — Sports Management Foundations: Examines the structure, segments, and business models of the sports industry. Introduces legal and ethical considerations in athletic governanceThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS220 — Financial Accounting: Covers the principles of financial recording, reporting, and analysis for organizational transparency. Emphasizes the importance of fiscal stewardshipThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • PSY200 — Organizational Psychology: Applies psychological principles to the workplace, focusing on motivation, group dynamics, and leadership styles. Addresses the human side of organizational managementThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • HUM200 — Worldview and Culture: Analyzes how different cultural and philosophical worldviews shape personal and professional behaviors. Encourages critical reflection on global perspectivesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT240
  • Facility and Event Operations
  • 3
  • BUS210
  • BUS250
  • Business Ethics
  • 3
  • CHR110
  • RES280
  • Research Methods for Social Science
  • 3
  • MAT110
  • ELECT1
  • General Elective I
  • 3
  • None
  • MGT240 — Facility and Event Operations: Focuses on the logistics of planning, scheduling, and managing athletic facilities and events. Emphasizes safety protocols and resource efficiencyThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS250 — Business Ethics: Analyzes moral dilemmas in the workplace and the impact of individual character on organizational culture. Focuses on developing integrity-based policiesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • RES280 — Research Methods for Social Science: Introduces qualitative and quantitative research designs. Prepares students to analyze data to inform organizational decision-making processesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • ELECT1 — General Elective I: An elective course selected from approved university offerings to broaden interdisciplinary knowledgeThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 5 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS310
  • Sports Marketing and Sponsorship
  • 4
  • BUS210
  • MGT320
  • Organizational Leadership
  • 3
  • MGT150
  • BUS330
  • Financial Management for Sport
  • 3
  • BUS220
  • ELECT2
  • General Elective II
  • 4
  • None
  • BUS310 — Sports Marketing and Sponsorship: Develops comprehensive strategies for marketing athletic programs and securing corporate sponsorships. Includes an evaluation of brand loyalty and consumer behaviorThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • MGT320 — Organizational Leadership: Examines models of leadership, including servant leadership and transformative management. Students evaluate their personal leadership style in the context of professional serviceThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS330 — Financial Management for Sport: Covers revenue generation, budgeting, and capital investment in the sports sector. Focuses on long-term sustainability and ethical resource managementThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • ELECT2 — General Elective II: An elective course selected from approved university offeringsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 6 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • SOC350
  • Sociology of Sport and Community
  • 3
  • SOC101
  • BUS360
  • Legal Aspects of Sport
  • 3
  • BUS210
  • MGT370
  • Non-Profit Organization Management
  • 3
  • MGT150
  • ELECT3
  • General Elective III
  • 3
  • None
  • SOC350 — Sociology of Sport and Community: Investigates how sport influences community development, social stratification, and cultural integration. Addresses the role of sport in fostering public health and social programsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS360 — Legal Aspects of Sport: Explores the legal environment of sport, including risk management, contract law, and labor relations. Focuses on compliance and conflict resolutionThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • MGT370 — Non-Profit Organization Management: Introduces the unique challenges of leading non-profit entities, including fundraising, board relations, and social impact measurementThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • ELECT3 — General Elective III: An elective course selected from approved university offeringsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 7 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS410
  • Strategic Management in Sport
  • 3
  • MGT320
  • BUS420
  • International Sports Administration
  • 3
  • BUS210
  • EDU400
  • Program Development and Evaluation
  • 3
  • RES280
  • ELECT4
  • General Elective IV
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS410 — Strategic Management in Sport: Synthesizes management theory and organizational practice to develop comprehensive strategic plans. Focuses on long-term goal setting and mission alignmentThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS420 — International Sports Administration: Examines global sports structures, international governing bodies, and the impact of globalization on the sports economyThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • EDU400 — Program Development and Evaluation: Covers the cycle of program planning, implementation, and assessment. Focuses on measuring community impact and iterating for improved outcomesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • ELECT4 — General Elective IV: An elective course selected from approved university offeringsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • Semester 8 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • CAP490
  • Senior Capstone Project
  • 4
  • BUS410
  • MGT450
  • Professional Leadership Seminar
  • 3
  • Senior Status
  • BUS460
  • Advanced Sports Development Strategy
  • 3
  • BUS210
  • ELECT5
  • General Elective V
  • 2
  • None
  • CAP490 — Senior Capstone Project: A culminating academic experience requiring the integration of management theory and faith-based ethical practice. Students develop a professional-grade project that addresses a specific need in a sport organizationThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • MGT450 — Professional Leadership Seminar: Provides a forum for discussing professional ethics, transition to the workforce, and the role of the servant leader in modern organizationsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • BUS460 — Advanced Sports Development Strategy: Focuses on high-level administrative tasks including human resource management, crisis communication, and stakeholder relations within the athletic industryThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
  • ELECT5 — General Elective V: An elective course selected from approved university offeringsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants must hold a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Admissions committees prioritize candidates who demonstrate a commitment to community service, academic readiness, and a personal philosophy that aligns with the institution’s mission of faith-informed leadership and ethical professional practice. Senior Capstone Project The Senior Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience, requiring students to synthesize their disciplinary knowledge, management skills, and ethical formation into a practical, real-world application. Students must identify a significant challenge within an existing sports organization or design a proposal for a new sport-based community development initiative. This project requires rigorous research, a detailed implementation strategy, and a formal analysis of how the proposed solutions align with principles of servant leadership and stewardship. The capstone is a 4-credit course that demands professional-grade documentation and a public defense of the student's work. It acts as the final assessment of the student’s ability to function as a professional who balances business acumen with a life of integrity, ensuring that each graduate is prepared to contribute positively to the industry while maintaining a foundation of character-based service.

Protected Curriculum

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Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • To graduate, students must successfully complete 120 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. In addition to core coursework, students must complete the Senior Capstone Project with a passing grade and fulfill the institutional requirements for spiritual formation and character development, which include regular participation in communal chapel services and community engagement hours. Academic achievement is viewed as incomplete without the integration of professional ethics and spiritual maturity; therefore, graduates are expected to demonstrate the capacity to apply their education toward the betterment of society through consistent, integrity-driven action. This holistic approach ensures that each student is prepared not only for professional success but for a lifetime of service as a principled, faith-informed steward within their chosen vocation.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Athletic Department Administrator
  • Sport-Based Community Development Coordinator
  • Event and Venue Operations Manager
  • Sports Marketing and Sponsorship Associate
  • Youth Sports League Administrator
  • Non-profit Sports Organization Director
  • Facility Management Specialist
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Sports Management, Development
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years
  • General education | 36 credit hours
  • Faith-Based Sports Management, Development core | 63 credit hours
  • Professional application courses | 15 credit hours
  • Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS101 | Introduction to Business Administration | 3 | None
  • ENG101 | College Composition | 3 | None
  • HIS105 | History of Western Civilization | 3 | None
  • COM120 | Principles of Communication | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT150 | Principles of Management | 3 | BUS101
  • MAT110 | Business Statistics | 3 | None
  • SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | None
  • BUS110 | Professional Ethics and Social Responsibility | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS210 | Sports Management Foundations | 3 | MGT150
  • BUS220 | Financial Accounting | 3 | BUS101
  • PSY200 | Organizational Psychology | 3 | SOC101
  • HUM200 | Worldview and Culture | 3 | CHR110
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT240 | Facility and Event Operations | 3 | BUS210
  • BUS250 | Business Ethics | 3 | CHR110
  • RES280 | Research Methods for Social Science | 3 | MAT110
  • ELECT1 | General Elective I | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS310 | Sports Marketing and Sponsorship | 4 | BUS210
  • MGT320 | Organizational Leadership | 3 | MGT150
  • BUS330 | Financial Management for Sport | 3 | BUS220
  • ELECT2 | General Elective II | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • SOC350 | Sociology of Sport and Community | 3 | SOC101
  • BUS360 | Legal Aspects of Sport | 3 | BUS210
  • MGT370 | Non-Profit Organization Management | 3 | MGT150
  • ELECT3 | General Elective III | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS410 | Strategic Management in Sport | 3 | MGT320
  • BUS420 | International Sports Administration | 3 | BUS210
  • EDU400 | Program Development and Evaluation | 3 | RES280
  • ELECT4 | General Elective IV | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | BUS410
  • MGT450 | Professional Leadership Seminar | 3 | Senior Status
  • BUS460 | Advanced Sports Development Strategy | 3 | BUS210
  • ELECT5 | General Elective V | 2 | None

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Athletic Department Administrator
  • Sport-Based Community Development Coordinator
  • Event and Venue Operations Manager
  • Sports Marketing and Sponsorship Associate
  • Youth Sports League Administrator
  • Non-profit Sports Organization Director
  • Facility Management Specialist

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Sports Management, Development
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years