Program Overview

Credits: 123

Our Sport and Recreation Management program prepares you for leadership positions in the many sectors of this exciting and evolving industry. Our curriculum blends courses in sport management with broader-based business studies while emphasizing the skills needed to succeed upon entering the profession.

As a NU student, you’ll gain insight into the issues and challenges facing professional teams, collegiate athletics, youth sports, adult recreation, and the overall health and fitness economy. Our program will prepare you to address these current issues while gaining the tools to help develop solutions through policy and governance, sport law, sport marketing and promotions, and event and facility management.

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Experiential Learning

You’ll gain significant practical experience through unique internships and opportunities with the Buffalo Sabres, Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Bisons, NCAA Division I athletics, and more.

Networking

Our strong relationships with engaged alumni, industry professionals, and sport organizations will benefit you with placements both during your time at Niagara, and well after graduation.

Expert Instruction

Our esteemed faculty and “experts in residents” throughout various fields will offer you expertise in areas like marketing and corporate relations, while helping you foster relationships with industry influencers.

During my time at Niagara, I worked for the Toronto Blue Jays, Niagara athletics, and more. By taking advantage of every opportunity I was offered, I created the foundation for success in my career.
Alyssa Norman, ‘19, ‘21 M.S. Sport Management Corporate Service Coordinator for the Tucson Roadrunners

Discovery Awaits

What You’ll Study at Niagara University

At Niagara, we’ll cover all aspects of the evolving sport industry. Our partnerships with the owners of the Buffalo Bills, Sabres, and Bandits ensure that you can make a direct impact in the industry even before graduation. Our program emphasizes significant field experiences that immerse you in the field from your first day on campus, providing you with a significant competitive edge in the job market.

If you’re interested in collegiate athletics or youth sports, you can engage with our Division I programs or take advantage of our partnership with Project Play WNY to create valuable pathways within the industry.

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Find Your Best Self

Knowledge, Experience, and Skill Development

Extensive high impact practice through internships and placements

Foundational knowledge and experiences through all levels of the sports industry

Understanding of industry issues to develop solutions

Cross-discipline courses with broader business studies

Niagara By the Numbers

97% job placement post-graduation

Prepare to Soar

Academic, Experiential, and Career Pathways

Opportunities

Buffalo Bills
Buffalo Sabres
Buffalo Bisons
NHL Draft
NCAA Division I Men’s
Basketball Tournament
NCAA Frozen Four
MLB Spring Training
The annual MAAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments
Niagara University Division 1 Athletics (all sports)
Sport Management Association
Club Management Association

Careers

Agent/Scout
Country Club Management
Game Day Communication
General Manager
Operations Manager

Accreditations

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Main Contact

Bridget Niland
Dr. Bridget Niland, J.D.

Dean of the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management

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Department Faculty

Dr. Cheryl R. Rode

Associate Professor

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Dr. Darren Treadway

Associate Professor

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