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    frequently asked questions

    1. Is there financial assistance available?

    We encourage students to network within the sports industry setting, which will in turn provide them with significant sports related experience as well as an opportunity to receive financial compensation. (Networks include: The University of Alabama Athletics Department, The Colonnade Group, Crimson Tide Sports Marketing, Bruno Event Team, Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sport Commission, and many more) You can find additional information regarding financial assistance at https://graduate.ua.edu/prospective-students/#item-4.

    2. Admission processes and requirements

    They can be found at https://online.ua.edu/degrees/ms-in-hospitality-management-concentration-in-sport-hospitality/.

    3. Will obtaining a masters in Sport Hospitality essentially get me a job?

    The keys to success in the sport industry are quality fellowship opportunities, advanced level knowledge, the ability to connect theory to practice, and the opportunity to network with industry professionals. The Sport Hospitality program will provide students with the necessary tools and networks to succeed in years after graduation, but students must apply their knowledge and skills in order to obtain his or her desired job.

    4. How long does the program take to complete?

    Faculty members from the College of Human Environmental Sciences (CHES) have developed a 30 hours graduate level emphasis in Sport Hospitality (Sport, Hospitality, and Entertainment Operations) at The University of Alabama. The program can be completed in a minimum of three semesters (one calendar year).

    5. Can I have a full time job and still complete the Sport Hospitality area of study?

    Yes. We currently have multiple students with full time jobs while completing their masters in Sport Hospitality. However, the course load will be reduced for full time employees, which will lengthen their program completion.

    6. What are the prerequisites for the program?

    Students are required to present documentation of his or her professional experience within the sports industry. Students are also required to present documentation of his or her acceptance into The University of Alabama graduate school. There are no academic course prerequisites required by the Sport Hospitality program to apply.

    7. What is the ideal undergraduate degree for this program?

    While there are no required undergraduate degrees to complete the Sport Hospitality area of study, we have seen that students show success in sports industry job placement with undergraduate degrees in the following: Marketing, Management, Public Relations, Communications, Finance, Accounting, Business, Exercise Science, Hospitality Management and Nutrition. Some experience in communication and/or business is highly suggested to complete the program.

    8. What is the size of a typical Sport Hospitality class?

    There are a limited number of students accepted into this graduate program and not every student who meets the standards will be admitted. We have a tight knit program where students will receive sufficient attention from all professors and adjunct faculty.

    9. When does the program start?

    Students have the ability to start the program either the Summer/Fall semester, or during the Spring semester.

    10. Will I be given opportunities to network within the Sport Hospitality?

    Our graduate program focuses on preparing students for employment and careers in the sport, hospitality and entertainment operation setting. In order to do that, students are given opportunities to attend distinguished lectures held by professionals in the sport industry. Students are also given the opportunity to join our Sport Hospitality Society where they will plan, organize, and implement various activities, including fundraising, that will lead to the advancement of its members. Membership benefits include invitation to socials, career planning sessions, and educational outings. Students will also have multiple networking opportunities through our Alumni chapter, who many hold high ranking jobs within the sports industry.

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