Sports Management Degree — Jobs & Salaries

Career paths for sports management graduates in athletics, recreation, and entertainment.

Avg. Median Salary

$73,186

Highest Paying

$166,790

Entry-Level

$36,560

Career Paths

Career Paths with a Sports Management Degree

#	Job Title	Median Salary	Salary Range	Jobs
1	Marketing Managers	$166,790	$90,260 – $293,610	395,240
2	Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes	$82,890	$48,010 – $284,570	12,620
3	Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling	$79,520	$46,270 – $139,110	37,980
4	Public Relations Specialists	$74,750	$44,110 – $135,150	283,380
5	Athletic Trainers	$62,520	$48,180 – $88,760	30,500
6	Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners	$61,160	$36,830 – $101,700	142,860
7	Coaches and Scouts	$47,320	$28,790 – $98,860	248,950
8	Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors	$47,160	$28,800 – $83,100	322,930
9	Recreation Workers	$36,560	$27,600 – $50,410	331,490

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS. Degree-to-occupation mapping based on common career paths.