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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for professor sport management in the United States is $80,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Professor of Sport Management is an academic professional who teaches and conducts research on topics related to the business and management aspects of sports. They educate students on subjects such as sports marketing, event management, finance, and organizational leadership in the sports industry. In addition to teaching, they often publish research, mentor students, and collaborate with sports organizations. Their role helps prepare students for careers in sports administration, marketing, and management.

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As a Professor of Sport Management, your daily responsibilities generally include preparing and delivering lectures, advising students, conducting scholarly research, and participating in departmental meetings. You may also supervise student projects or internships, collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, and engage with industry professionals to stay current with trends. Balancing teaching and research is essential, and you'll often have the opportunity to design courses or contribute to program improvements. This diverse set of tasks fosters both professional growth and student success.

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To thrive as a Professor of Sport Management, you need advanced knowledge in sport business practices, research methods, and a doctoral degree in sport management or a related field. Familiarity with academic research software, statistical analysis tools, and online learning platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, mentorship, and organizational skills help set candidates apart in both classroom and departmental environments. These competencies ensure effective teaching, impactful research, and meaningful student engagement in a dynamic academic setting.

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Tenure Track Faculty Position: Business and Sport Management

Covenant College

Lookout Mountain, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

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Job description

Covenant College Job PostingTenure-Track Faculty Position in Business and Sport ManagementThe Sport Management Program in the Department of Business at Covenant College, an agency of the Presbyterian Church in America and an academically rigorous Christian college emphasizing the liberal arts in the Reformed and Presbyterian tradition, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position beginning July 1, 2026. Rank and compensation will be commensurate with experience.The candidate who fills this position will be someone with both academic and practitioner experience in sport management or business with a sports focus, who is capable of teaching a variety of undergraduate sport management and business courses.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Teach a variety of undergraduate courses in core areas within the sport management and business majorsPriority will be given to candidates who can teach sport law and business law, and/or analytically oriented coursesTeaching load: 24 credits per academic year, with a course release in the first semesterEngage in research, scholarship, and other professional activitiesCollaborate with the sports industry by working on real-world events alongside students, providing experiential learning opportunitiesMentor and advise undergraduate studentsParticipate in the life of the campus community and faculty governanceQualifications:A Ph.D. in Sport Management, Business Administration, or related business area (Economics, Finance, Analytics, etc.) from an accredited institution is preferred.ABD candidates or candidates with a Master's Degree in Sport Management, an MBA, or a JD with relevant experience working in sport will also be considered.The ideal candidate will have prior teaching and/or research experience in sport business, or a business area that touches/connects to the sport industry.Practitioner experience in sport management/business that will elevate academic instruction in the classroom and help prepare students for careers in the fieldCommitment to the mission of Covenant CollegeInterested and qualified candidates should send the following documentation to Dr. Collin Messer:Curriculum VitaeA Testimony of Christian Faith and ExperiencePhilosophy of Christian Higher EducationA Response to the Westminster Confession (located at https://www.pcaac.org/bco/westminster-confession/) indicating agreement, and any scruples, with rationales, with the Confession

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