Master of Science in Leadership, Concentration in Sports Leadership
A unique degree for sports professionals...
The first online graduate program in sports leadership, students benefit by learning from experts in the fields of sports administration and leadership.
Current students and alumni include collegiate team coaches, senior directors, ticket managers and other professionals representing major league baseball, stadiums, minor league baseball and more.
"The backbone for success in any program is its substance, and Duquesne's online sports leadership program is a tremendous way for the busy professional to take their career to the next level with one of the top sports leadership programs in the country."
- Len Komoroski, President, Cleveland Cavaliers
Curriculum
The Master of Science in Sports Leadership (MSSL) provides a comprehensive 36-credit curriculum that addresses sports leadership from a management perspective and emphasizes the application of ethics and leadership in the contemporary business environment.
Program Structure
As a student you'll have access to learning resources and support services including the Duquesne University Library, online writing center, and contact with faculty and advisors. You’ll join a peer-learning network of people from the community and corporate, nonprofit, government and military sectors. As a graduate you’ll join a network of more than 81,000 active alumni located around the globe.
The academic year is structured with three semesters per year: two 15-week terms in fall and spring and one 8-week term in summer. Courses are entirely online.
- The School of Leadership and Professional Advancement is the recipient of numerous honors including the Outstanding Leadership Program Award from the Association for Leadership Educators and Distinguished Credit Program Awards from the Association for Continuing Higher Education.
- The John F. Donahue Graduate School of Business is included among the one-third of all Schools of Business that are accredited by the AACSB International.
"I would have to say this was one of the best decisions I ever made in going back and earning my master's degree. The curriculum gave me a different perspective on leadership and allowed me to take a step back and identify other imperative ways to manage and lead a team. More importantly the diverse backgrounds of classmates within the industry and those outside the industry gave me even a greater appreciation of other ways of making decisions, leading people and managing relationships."
- Steve Swetoha, President, Tulsa Shock
"There are a lot of programs that can teach students the nuts and bolts of sports business and sports marketing. It's unique that Duquesne is trying to incorporate the aspect of leadership into its curriculum. It serves students well to learn to operate and negotiate from a position of ethical strength."
- Mark Hart, Director of Business, Pittsburgh Steelers
