Sport Management
The Sport Management major at Misericordia University allows students to combine their love of sport with the skills necessary to become professionals in the field.
A business-oriented curriculum has been devised to produce graduates who will be successful in today's sports management environment as well as prepared for its future. The major allows students to fashion their studies to meet their professional and personal needs. Our curriculum prepares students for careers in this fast growing multi-billion dollar industry.
Info You Need to Know
Hands-On Learning Experiences
Strong Industry Connections & Networking
Diverse Career Paths
Program Information
Program Specialties
Learning Experiences
- Involvement in the Sport Management Association.
- Sport Management Symposium that brings together industry professionals across the country.
- Professional development trips to sport facilities, conferences, and events.
Accredited
Employment Opportunities
- Professional Sport Manager
- Intercollegiate Sport Manager
- Sport Marketing Manager
- Sport Facility Manager
- Event Coordinator
- Commercial Recreational Facility Director
- Fitness & Wellness Manager
- Graduate Studies
Sport Management Student Opportunities
Testimonials
Community Realized
Danielle Clifford
Danielle Clifford
I love being a sport management major at Misericordia. From the hands-on, discussion-based classes, to the outstanding support from faculty, Misericordia's Sport Management program has given me the education and experience I need to combine my passion for sport with a career.
Donald Conway
Donald Conway
Being a sport management major, I have had the opportunity to work behind the scenes in multiple different sporting events on campus and even had the opportunity to go on incredible, once in a lifetime experiences.
Dr. David Gargone, Program Director
David Gargone, Ed.D.
The Sport Management major at Misericordia University allows students to combine their love of sport with the skills necessary to become professionals in the field. We believe in the power of networking and hands-on experience, combined with a comprehensive business-oriented curriculum.
MBA 5th Year Program
MBA 5th Year Program
Why wait to begin the MBA program when you can get started as an undergraduate student?
Find out more by emailing Karen Cefalo at
The MBA 5th-Year program is for eligible rising Misericordia University seniors who wish to begin their graduate business studies as an undergraduate student. Accepted students will take up to 12 MBA credits within their current program. An applicant may be required to complete leveling courses in business functional areas through Peregrine. The graduate admissions committee will determine if the leveling courses will be taken concurrently with MBA courses or completed prior to starting the MBA program.
Student Testimonial
Antonio Whyte
The 4+1 program is a great opportunity to challenge yourself during the end of your undergraduate journey and get a third of your MBA completed at rates that save you money.
Contact
For questions regarding the Sport Management major, contact Dr. David Gargone, Sport Management Program Director, at dgargone@misericordia.edu or 570-674-6337.
Featured Sport Management News
In February, Misericordia University hosted the Sport Management Symposium, focusing on "Emerging Trends in Professional Sports and Collegiate Athletics."
University News & Happenings
Misericordia University recently appointed Todd Sloan as the university’s new Vice President of University Advancement.
A newly released study by the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP) highlights Misericordia University as a powerful economic engine for the Commonwealth, contributing an estimated $164.4 million annually to Pennsylvania’s economy and supporting more than 1,400 jobs.
Misericordia University’s Art Gallery Director Lalaine Little, Ph.D., and Psychology Professor Alicia Nordstrom, Ph.D., recently presented at the Association of Academic Museums and Galleries (AAMG) Annual Conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Misericordia University announces the successful launch of its Center for Workforce Development and Talent Solutions, which is housed within the College of Business at Misericordia University and has already built strong connections with regional employers and community partners while preparing to roll out new professional development programs this fall.
Misericordia University’s (MU) Board of Trustees recently awarded the rank of professor emeritus to Joseph Cipriani Ed.D., OTR/L to recognize his 34 years of exceptional service in teaching, research, and contributions to the university.
Misericordia University is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Jeff “Woody” Woodworth Award for Service, an honor recognizing staff members who exemplify outstanding dedication, innovation, collaboration, and commitment to the university’s mission.
Misericordia University recently wrapped up another successful and enjoyable session of its long-running partnership with the Deutsch Institute, welcoming campers for the annual Celebration of the Arts camp.
Misericordia University and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) have signed a new affiliation agreement that establishes a formal 4+4 program, creating a clear and structured pathway for Misericordia students to earn a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
Each summer, select Misericordia University undergraduates gain valuable experience through the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program. This competitive 10-week program pairs students with faculty mentors for hands-on, thesis-driven research across disciplines, from original projects to foundations for larger studies.
Misericordia University students recently volunteered their time and skills at the Allstar Abilities: Sports Camp, an adaptive sports program designed for children with disabilities.
Karen Klimas, MS, RT, RDMS, a dedicated faculty member in Misericordia University's Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, recently led a team of students on a life-changing volunteer mission to Santiago, Dominican Republic.
Misericordia University's PA Jazz Institute was recently featured on WBRE/WYOU's PA Live!, spotlighting the university's signature summer jazz camp and its ongoing commitment to arts education.
Misericordia University sophomore Kaitlyn Marley placed third in the nation in both the Finance Case Competition and the Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition at the 2024 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) National Leadership Conference, held May 30 to June 2 in Dallas, Texas.
Misericordia University has announced the addition of a new Bachelor of Arts in sociology program, launching fall 2025, through its College of Arts and Sciences.
Marko Marcinko, Misericordia University Director of Music Performance, has been awarded the Centennial Medalist Award by the University of Miami's Frost School of Music.