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PhD Sport and Entertainment Management at University of South Carolina

University of South Carolina, United States

Programme overview

Prepare for research in sport and entertainment management, and develop skills to become an effective teacher, mentor and industry advisor. Work closely with an exceptional roster of faculty members on research, grants and consulting projects, which often involve leading organizations within the sport, entertainment and venue industries. Join a support network of academics and practitioners while exploring the epicenter of new developments in the field.

Faculty: College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management  |  Department: David and Nicole Tepper Department of Sport and Entertainment Management  |  Duration: 15 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Columbia, SC, United States

What you will study

Our sport and entertainment management faculty members have a range of industry expertise, including analytics, consumer behavior, facility management, sport management, sport law and esports.

Career pathways

Potential careers include Professor, Business Analyst, Researcher.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications are accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer terms; Fall applications open the prior September, Spring applications open in January and Summer applications open in May.

The graduate application fee is $50 per primary application, reinstated effective August 1, 2026. Deadlines are programme-specific and listed per programme on the Degree Programs and Application Requirements pages.

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