Concordia University Chicago & SMWW / Bachelor's in Sports Management

You Started College. Now Finish What You Started.

Online Bachelor of Arts in Sports Management

Transfer up to 90 college credits. Earn your bachelor's degree 100% online.

Your previous college credits may be worth more than you think. Concordia University Chicago offers a flexible, accredited bachelor's degree designed for working adults, busy parents, and anyone ready to finish what they started.

Application is due: January 4, 2027 | Classes Start: January 11, 2027

Find Out How Close You Are to Graduating

Program at a Glance

100% Online - No campus visits required
Up to 90 Transfer Credits - Put previous college coursework to work
120 Total credits - Required for graduation
Flexible Schedule - Asynchronous classes that fit around work & family
Affordable Tuition - FAFSA, financial aid, and military education benefits may be available for eligible students
Free Application - No application fee when applying through SMWW's CUC application link

Not Sure How Many College Credits You Have?

Dr. Lynn Lashbrook, SMWW founder, NFL agent, and former NCAA Division I Athletic Director, can help you explore your options for finishing your degree and pursuing a career in sports.

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Finish Your Degree. Get in the Game.

Dream of working in the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, or college athletics? The sports industry needs more than athletes. Behind every team are agents, scouts, executives, analysts, marketers, and front-office professionals making the big decisions.

Your unfinished college degree shouldn't hold you back.

Through Concordia University Chicago and Sports Management Worldwide, turn your previous college credits into a bachelor's degree that can help you pursue careers in:

NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL & MLS – Front-office operations, player personnel, scouting, and team management
Sports Agents & Agencies – Athlete representation, contracts, and player development
College Athletics – Athletic administration, recruiting, compliance, and NIL
Sports Marketing & Sponsorship – Brand partnerships, fan engagement, and revenue generation
Sports Business & Analytics – Team operations, financial strategy, and data-driven decisions

With more than 30,000 SMWW alumni worldwide, you'll be connected to an organization that has spent decades helping people pursue careers in professional and collegiate sports.

How to Get Started

1. Talk With SMWW — Discuss your previous college experience, career goals, and transfer credit questions.

2. Apply to CUC — Complete the free application and submit your college transcripts.

3. Get Your Credits Evaluated — CUC determines which credits transfer and what remains to graduate.

4. Finish Your Degree Online — Complete your remaining coursework on a schedule designed for busy adults.

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What You'll Study

The degree combines focused sports management study, business and management coursework, a senior project, general education, and room for electives or a minor.

Sports Management - 15 Credits
- SMB-1050 - Foundations of Sports Management
- SMB-2500 - Sport Facilities & Event Management
- SMB-3100 - Diversity in Sport
- SMB-3200 - Sports Administration
- SMB-3500 - Sport Governance
Business Management - 18 credits
- ACC-2150 - Managerial Accounting
- OMP-4020 - Organizational Change
- OMP-4240 - Organizational Communication
- MGT-2011 - Contemporary Business Law
- MGT-2200 - Leading High-Performance Teams
- MKT-2200 - Marketing: From Principles to Digital Practice
Senior Project - 3 credits
- MGT-4700 - Apply your knowledge through a culminating management project
General Education & Electives
- Additional courses complete the 120-credit degree. Previously earned credits may satisfy many of these requirements, depending on CUC's transfer evaluation.

Build a degree path around your goals. Remaining credits may be completed through elective coursework or eligible minor options, subject to CUC degree requirements and academic advising.

An Affordable Path to Graduation

$505 per credit + $18 technology fee

The more eligible credits you transfer, the fewer credits you may need to complete at CUC.

Federal financial aid through FAFSA, scholarships, and military education benefits may be available to qualifying students.

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The SMWW advantage

“Education matters most when you connect what you learn to where you want to go.”

Lynn Lashbrook

Dr. Lynn Lashbrook
President & Founder, Sports Management Worldwide

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I really earn my bachelor's degree 100% online?

Absolutely! No campus visits or commuting. Study on your schedule while balancing work, family, and everyday life.

How close am I to graduating?

Closer than you might think! The degree requires 120 credits, and you can transfer up to 90 eligible credits. You may have already completed much of the work.

What if I attended college years ago?

Your credits may still count! CUC evaluates previous college coursework to determine what transfers, even if you've been out of school for years...or decades!

Is tuition affordable? Can I get financial aid?

Tuition is $505 per credit plus an $18 technology fee. FAFSA-based financial aid and military education benefits may help eligible students reduce out-of-pocket costs.

Is applying complicated?

Not at all! Apply for free through SMWW's CUC application link and submit your college transcripts. Additional documents may be required.

What if I'm not sure where to start?

That's why we're here! Request a free call with Dr. Lynn Lashbrook to discuss your college credits, career goals, and next steps.

Will this degree help me get a job in professional sports?

A bachelor's degree can strengthen your qualifications for opportunities with NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, and college athletics organizations. While no job is guaranteed, completing your degree can help open doors.

What if I've never attended college?

You can start here, too! CUC's 100% online Bachelor of Arts in Sports Management is designed for both first-time college students and those returning to finish their degree. No campus visits required, and you can study around work and family.

Your College Credits Could Put You Closer to Graduation Than You Think.

You started it. Now let's finish it.

Already ready to enroll? Apply free to CUC through SMWW.

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