Master of Science in Athletic Administration (MSAA) Don't just win. Change the game with a purpose-based athletics approach.
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Partnered with the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA)
Equip your athletic department with more than just a playbook.
Earn a degree that incorporates both NIAAA and InSideOut Administrator Certifications and transform your school’s athletic department as the leader of a purpose-based culture that promotes mental, physical and spiritual growth among your school’s athletes, faculty and community.
The program deepened the knowledge I had, introduced new and useful concepts, and reinforced realistic practices that I was able to apply to the real world immediately.
Flexible Programs That Honor Your Schedule
- 100% online programs
- Convenient 8-week courses
- Option for completing just one course at a time
- Personalized coaching and guidance along your journey
- No GRE scores required for admission
A Purpose-Based MSAA Infused with Opportunity
Curriculum from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) and the InSideOut Administrator Certification are embedded within the M.S. in Athletics Administration program. In addition, students may reach the following designations through the MSAA’s incorporated NIAAA’s Leadership Training Courses:
- Registered Athletic Administrator (RAA)
- Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA)
- Certified Master Athletic Administrator (CMAA)
MSAA with Certification in High School Athletics (30 Hours)
- Leadership and Management in Athletics
- Athletics Sociology
- Ethical and Legal Aspects of Athletics Administration
- Management of Facilities and Operations in Athletics
- Marketing in Athletics
- High School Student-Athlete Development
- High School Athletics Fundraising
- High School Athletics Finance
- High School Athletics State and Federal Regulation Compliance
- InSideOut Athletics Certification
MSAA with Certification in Collegiate Athletics (30 Hours)
- Leadership and Management in Athletics
- Athletics Sociology
- Ethical and Legal Aspects of Athletics Administration
- Management of Facilities and Operations in Athletics
- Marketing in Athletics
- College Student-Athlete Development
- College Athletics Fundraising
- College Athletics Finance
- NCAA and NAIA Regulation Compliance
- InSideOut Athletics Certification
MSAA with Dual-Certification in High School and Collegiate Athletics (42 Hours)
- Leadership and Management in Athletics
- Athletics Sociology
- Ethical and Legal Aspects of Athletics Administration
- Management of Facilities and Operations in Athletics
- Marketing in Athletics
- High School Student-Athlete Development
- High School Athletics Fundraising
- High School Athletics Finance
- High School Athletics State and Federal Regulation Compliance
- College Student-Athlete Development
- College Athletics Fundraising
- College Athletics Finance
- NCAA and NAIA Regulation Compliance
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Lead with a purpose-based athletics approach that’s a real game-changer.
- Lead an athletic department’s decision-making process by incorporating standards of ethics.
- Facilitate positive and growth-fostering collaboration among coaches, athletes, parents, institution administrators and the community.
- Develop marketing plans that create external revenue sources and develop relationships and partnerships for growth.
- Design a strategic plan for an Athletic Department that addresses financial stewardship and growth, operation efficiency and successful performance of each athletic program regarding both competition and academics.
Regionally and Programmatically Accredited
Concordia provides a distinctive and respected certificate from a globally renowned university, and our program is partnered with and recognized for its excellence by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA).
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Information sessions run approximately 20 minutes. During these meetings, we will discuss the program formats, application process, financial aid, payment plans and questions that you may have.