Consistently ranked as one of the best programs of its kind in the world, our Master of Sport Management and Leadership (MSML) program prepares students to be effective managers and leaders in sport; to critique sports’ social, historical, and cultural influences; and to develop innovative solutions to critical problems in today’s multi-faceted sport industry.
SportsBusiness, a global consulting and analysis firm which puts out a leading trade publication in the field, in 2023 again ranked the MSML program the best in Canada. The ranking takes stock of how our graduates are faring in the job market, and how they rate their experience at UWindsor. Our grads gave us a grade of more than 97 per cent in the areas of industry networks and professional mentorship, with 86 per cent of them finding work in their field within 12 months of graduation.
“I chose the MHK program at the University of Windsor to help me reach my goal of a career in sport management. My courses provided me with a diverse background in all aspects of the sport management field. The knowledge I learned in my classes combined with the work I completed for my internship, ensured that I was well-prepared for both the application process and the start of my sport management career with Hockey Canada. Having the opportunity to get involved in so many different projects during my time in the Human Kinetics Department was the best preparation for my current role. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work with the Lancers Athletics Department as the Marketing and Promotions Assistant where I gained invaluable work experience, made great friends, and confirmed my passion for sport management.
Teal Grove
Integrity Parter - Cricket Australia."I chose the University of Windsor's Sport Management program because of the close-knit family feel within the Faculty and the professional connections the program and professors have within the sport industry. Through well-built alumni relationships and knowledgeable professors with strong industry expertise, I was able to build and create valuable professional connections with industry partners while learning about the world of sport management through various topics. This experience in the program ultimately prepared me for and assisted me in securing a position and starting my career in the professional sport industry today."
Courtney Ross
Account Manager, Premium Suite Service, Scotiabank Arena – Maple Leaf Sport & Entertainment (MLSE)Applicants must have:
For applicants whose native language is not English, one of the following the minimum scores required are:
Course work must include :
Program duration: typically 24 months
For more information about the MSML thesis option, please consult the Guidelines for Major Papers, Theses, and Dissertations on the Graduate Studies website.
A review and appraisal of qualitative and quantitative research methods with special reference to design, data collection, analysis and generalization.
Thesis
Course work must include:
Program Duration: 16 – 20 months
For more information about the MSML Internship, please consult the Graduate Calendar.
A review and appraisal of qualitative and quantitative research methods with special reference to design, data collection, analysis and generalization.
Sport managers operate within a social world. This course examines current social issues and their implications for sport managers. Issues include the impact of various institutions on sport management (e.g., sport, government, economics, media, education), as well as the relationship between sport management and various power relations in society (e.g., race, gender, class, age, and physical ability).
A 360-hour practical internship under the supervision of a specialist in a selected organization in the field of sport management and leadership. Serving as the culminating learning experience for students pursuing the Master of Sport Management and Leadership (Internship), this experience provides students with an opportunity to apply theoretical and conceptual knowledge gained throughout their coursework in a professional work environment.
A critical analysis and reflection of the internship in sport management and leadership in light of theoretical knowledge gained in program courses and practical experience. Students will engage in reflective practice of their internship experience as a means of critiquing their knowledge and abilities, their career goals, and workplace practices in the sport industry (Prerequisite: KINE-8980.) (Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.)