Step 1 – Submit an Application for Admission
Freshman applicants have two ways to apply:
1) NSU Shark Select International Application, or
2) The Common Application
Step 2 – Submit Secondary School/Post-Secondary Credentials
You will need to send original or certified copies of your home country’s credentials as part of your application. You must also submit a copy of any terminating or qualifying examination results or certificates if applicable.
Students who have earned CXC or O-level certificates, HSC, BGCSE and CAPE must provide five passing scores in academic subjects and proof of secondary school completion.
All documents written in a foreign language must be accompanied by a notarized/certified English translation. Please note that both documents are required—the original in your first language and the English translation.
Please see “Examinations” for possible college credit for certain examinations.
For students with Post-Secondary Credentials (Transfer Students)
If your university course work was completed outside of the United States, you must have your transcript evaluated by a NACES accredited organization. A list of these organizations can be found at http://naces.org/members.html. Please ensure the degree and course equivalencies along with the grade point average (GPA) are included in the evaluation.
Step 3 – Submit Proof of English Language Proficiency
We require proof of English proficiency from ALL student unless they are from these countries – Commonwealth Caribbean, Bermuda, Canada, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, Australia or New Zealand. Exceptions can be made with Skype interviews.
Students for whom their high school education was NOT at an English speaking institution or for whom English is NOT their native language, must be able to demonstrate adequate English skills by submitting one of the following:
Proof of graduation from a U.S. regionally-accredited high school.
College transcript with one "English Composition One" course at a U.S. regionally-accredited college with a grade of C or better.
Proof of English language proficiency with a passing score on one of the following:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 79 on the Internet-based test
International English Language Testing System (IELTS*): 6.0 or higher on the test module
Duolingo Test of English: 105 or higher
Pearson Test of English-Academic (PTE Academic): Overall score of 54 or higher
iTep Academic (International Test of English Proficiency): Overall score of 3.9 or higher
Passing Level 9 from TALK International
Completion and passing of ELS Level 112 Intensive Program English for Academic Purposes
SAT verbal scores of 520 or above, or ACT English score of 20
Focus on Management, Marketing, Communications, and Event Operations as you Prepare for a Career in Sport Management
You can become a successful member of any sport organization at the professional, collegiate, or amateur level with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Sport and Recreation Management from Nova Southeastern University. Not only will you have the skills and practical knowledge needed to succeed, but you’ll also have opportunities to learn from the pros in our Career in Sports series and grow your professional network through events hosted by the college. These networking opportunities can result in an internship with a leading sport or recreation organization. Additionally, you’ll benefit from NSU’s unique partnership with the Miami Dolphins and have access to premier facilities and resources on campus. It’s all part of the NSU Edge.
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BUSINESS CORE COURSES
ACT 2020 Foundations of Accounting 1 (3.00 cr.)
ACT 2030 Foundations of Accounting 2 (3.00 cr.)
FIN 3010 Corporation Finance (3.00 cr.)
INB 3550 International Business (3.00 cr.)
ISM 3660 Management Information Systems (3.00 cr.)
MGT 2050 Principles of Management (3.00 cr.)
MGT 2150 Business Law I (3.00 cr.)
MGT 4170 Organizational Behavior (3.00 cr.)
MGT 4880 Business Strategy and Policy (3.00 cr.)
MKT 3050 Marketing Principles and Application (3.00 cr.)
OPS 3880 Operations Management (3.00 cr.)
QNT 2880 Introduction to Business Analytics and Decision Making (3.00 cr.)
SPORT AND RECREATION MANAGEMENT MAJOR COURSES
SPT 1050 Introduction to Sport and Recreation Management (3.00 cr.)
SPT 2150 Sport in Society (3.00 cr.)
SPT 3150 Facility and Event Management (3.00 cr.)
SPT 3425 Public Relations in Sport (3.00 cr.)
SPT 3550 Issues in Sport Finance (3.00 cr.)
SPT 3650 Sport Promotions and Sponsorship (3.00 cr.)
SPT 3900 Sport and Recreation Internship (3.00 cr.)
SPT 3925 The Business of College Sports (3.00 cr.)
SPT 4555 Risk Management in Sport (3.00 cr.)
Become a Successful Member of Any Sport Organization
There are a number of opportunities available in sports specific industries, including everything from managing a sports team to promotions, merchandising and event production. With a B.S.B.A. in Sport and Recreation Management, you’ll study general business concepts in addition to sport and recreation management-focused topics, so that you qualify for a wider variety of jobs upon graduation. You’ll also gain internship experience and have networking opportunities, which give you a competitive advantage in this industry.
Average Starting Salary
According to a 2019 report from JobsinSports.com, the average starting salary for sports management jobs is $35,000 - $42,000 per year. However, this can vary greatly depending on where you choose to apply your sports management degree. NSU’s location grants you access to a myriad of professional and collegiate networks, which opens up potential career opportunities before you graduate.
Student Health Insurance Fee: 1892 USD per year