MA in Sports Communication
Boston, USA
MA
DURATION
13 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
USD 1,402 / per credit **
STUDY FORMAT
Blended
* Priority decision: March 1. Late application deadline: July 1.
** additional fees may apply. Scholarships are available
Key Summary
Program Highlights:
- Manage corporate and social responsibility programs with a global reach.
- Gain hands-on experience with organizations like the Boston Red Sox, FC Barcelona, ESPN, and the Olympics.
- Study crisis communication and sports diplomacy.
- Flexible full-time or part-time options, with evening courses online and in person.
- Up to 8 credits for prior work experience; no GRE required.
Who Should Apply?
Emerson’s Sports Communication graduate program enrolls a cohort of students from diverse backgrounds who share a mutual passion for sports. Housed in the School of Communication, the program attracts both students who have experience in the field and those who are looking to break into the business side of the industry for the first time. Our students pursue careers in communications, event planning, social media, content writing, or talent and brand management. We encourage students from all academic and professional backgrounds with an interest in sports and writing to apply regardless of experience level.
Financial Aid
Emerson College is proud to offer students and families financial aid options and resources.
Scholarships
Upon applying to an Emerson Graduate Program, the Graduate Admission team automatically reviews every accepted student’s scholarship eligibility.
Global Networking Opportunities
Emerson’s faculty and alumni span the globe, allowing you exclusive access to our professional networks. Our extensive network connects you to internship and employment opportunities with major league sports in cities like Boston, Los Angeles, Barcelona, and Sydney.
Boston is one of the few cities in the country with all four major sports teams and is a Top 10 Sports Media market. Emerson’s location in the heart of Boston gives you direct access to networking with professional sports organizations.
Our students have interned at renowned organizations such as:
- Boston Red Sox
- New England Patriots
- Boston Bruins
- New England Revolution
- Los Angeles Dodgers
- FC Barcelona LA Olympic Committee (2024)
- Riot Games
- Real Madrid
- ESPN
- Fox Sports
- United Nations
- San Diego Padres
- NFL
Career Outlook
Our practical approach to education provides you with the expertise and knowledge needed to succeed in the modern sports industry.
Graduates go on to work in the following industries:
- Sports Public Relations
- Sports Punditry
- Sports Management
- Sports Diplomacy
- Sports Event Management
- Sports Agentry
- Esports
- Sports Podcasting
- College and Professional Sports Information
- Sports Journalism
- Sports Diplomacy
- Team and League Media Relations
Emerson College’s 36-credit Sports Communication graduate program is versatile—complete it part-time or full-time, in two to three years. Housed in the School of Communication, the program offers courses primarily in the evening, allowing working professionals to attend and leaving time for students to participate in internship and networking opportunities.
Courses include:
- 24 credits of core courses
- 12 elective credits
Career Outlook for Sports Communication Graduates
The field of sports communication is one of the nation’s fastest-growing industries, with a 7% job growth projected over the next 10 years. Our practical approach to education ensures that students complete the School of Communication’s Sports Communication graduate program with the expertise and knowledge needed to succeed in the modern sports industry.
Graduates go on to work in the following industries:
- College and Professional Sports Information
- Esports
- Sports Agentry
- Sports Diplomacy
- Sports Event Management
- Sports Journalism
- Sports Management
- Sports Podcasting
- Sports Public Relations
- Sports Punditry
- Team and League Media Relations