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ME in Sports Administration and Leadership

The ME in Sports Administration and Leadership online program is designed for those passionate about making a meaningful difference in sports, whether in youth leagues, collegiate athletics, or professional environments.
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Scholarship Deadline: 02/15/2026

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  • Degree Awarded Master of Education (ME)
  • Length 12 Months
  • Units 24
  • Start Date August 2026
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Learn to lead from the sidelines and beyond.

Build leadership skills for roles in athletic administration, coaching, and sports management with a forward-thinking curriculum.

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The future of sports leadership: building inclusive and strategic leaders

Dr. Cory Buckner, Director of USC's Sports Administration and Leadership program, emphasizes the urgent need for leaders who can champion both athletic excellence and equity while ensuring all athletes have the support to succeed beyond their playing days.
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Cory Buckner

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Shafiqa Ahmadi

Professor of Clinical Education

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Kimberly Hirabayashi

Professor of Clinical Education

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Alan Green

Professor of Clinical Education

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