Why Study Sport Management?
Sports are a business and a big part of community life. In this minor, you learn how teams and sports organizations work, and you practice skills in leadership, communication, and ethics, all in the city of San Antonio.
San Antonio as Your Classroom
Students regularly engage with SAFC at Toyota Field, Spurs at the Frost Bank Center, and Valero Alamo Bowl staff at the Alamodome.
Leadership Experience That Employers Notice
Students complete a 50-hour service requirement connected to teamwork, leadership, and civic engagement.
What Sets the Experience Apart
Small class sizes create opportunities to work closely with faculty, participate in research, and study abroad.
Sport Management is a good fit for you if:
- Want to lead teams or projects in fast-moving environments
- Are interested in how sport connects to community and culture
- Want experience that strengthens communication and leadership
- Are considering careers connected to sports, nonprofits, education, or media
What You’ll Study
Courses focus on understanding how sports organizations operate and how sports influence society. Students learn through discussion, projects, and real-world experience.
Sport in England
Students explore the cultural and political forces shaping British athletics, reflecting Trinity’s commitment to global perspective and critical inquiry.
Sport and Sponsorship Marketing
Study the changing sports marketing industry through hands-on analysis of campaigns from global sports properties.
Introduction to Sport Philanthropy
Experience sport philanthropy through a “Living Classroom” model featuring guest lectures from well-known leaders in sports, nonprofit, and government sectors.
Sport Management Internship
Faculty-guided internships connect classroom learning to professional practice.
Learn In-Demand Skills
The sports industry is growing. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts 99,700 job openings annually
- Leadership and teamwork
- Communicate clearly with diverse audiences
Analytical skills in business and marketing, resource management, law, ethics, and leadership within sports organizations.
This Minor Works Well With Majors In:
- Business Analytics
- Finance
- Human Communication
- International Business
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Media and Communication
Comprehensive Curriculum
Students complete 24 credit hours, including core sport management courses, electives across multiple disciplines, and a required community service experience completed over several semesters.
Meet Your Faculty Mentors
Student Experiences and Program Highlights
Here’s a closer look at what sport management is like at Trinity
Recent Graduate Careers
A Trinity degree prepares students for impactful careers across industries, graduate programs, and research fields. Graduates combine strong analytical skills, interdisciplinary thinking, and real-world experience to pursue meaningful work.
Sports Business and Operations
Students pursue roles in team operations, event management, and league administration.
See how Quentin van der Lee ’21 turned his Trinity experience into a career with the NFL.
Athlete Development and Leadership
Students interested in athlete support pursue roles in player development, program management, and leadership initiatives within teams and athletic organizations.
Read how a Trinity student worked with the Youth Leadership through Sport program.
Marketing, Media, and Fan Engagement
Graduates work in sports marketing, sponsorships, and digital media, helping organizations grow audiences and partnerships.
Read how Trinity alumni built careers in sports media through “A Broadcasting Pipeline.”
Sport Analytics and Strategy
Students apply data and research methods to evaluate performance, strategy, and operations in sports organizations.
Aaron Chang ’27 used predictive modeling techniques from Trinity’s “Sports Analytics Seminar” to analyze the 2026 NBA Finals matchups.
Get your questions answered.
Students interested in the sport management minor should:
Talk with an academic adviser about how the minor fits into their degree. Explore introductory courses related to sports, business, or social sciences. Review the course catalog for detailed requirements.