Whether you’re an athlete, athletic administrator, current or aspiring coach, or seeking to expand your knowledge of sports psychology, Rider's online Master of Arts in Athletic Leadership program will provide you with the professional best practices, academic foundations and field experience to advance in the sports industry.
Using a sport-centric approach, our program will enhance your knowledge in business, communication, leadership and psychology to prepare you to become a standout, well-rounded leader for the changing sports landscape. All courses are taught by specialists, coaches, administration and athletic trainers working full-time professionally in their areas of instruction.
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The curriculum is centered on leadership, ethics and coaching development. Our online courses are taught by accomplished sports professionals and leaders who are skilled in their area of expertise, and committed to your academic success and professional growth.
Rider offers four program tracks to help you tailor your skills set and give you a powerful advantage in the sports-oriented path you want to follow.
As the sports industry continues to grow, the need for skilled professionals is only getting greater. Rider’s career-focused M.A. in Athletic Leadership will qualify you with the skills to be an effective sports leader and pursue a wide variety of positions within the field.
Our undergraduate accelerated option makes it possible to earn both your bachelor’s degree and a graduate degree in less time. Rider students pursuing the accelerated option work closely with an academic advisor to develop a personal education plan for completing their degrees. Contact your faculty advisor to learn more about this accelerated learning opportunity.
Director, M.A. Athletic Leadership
Graduate Education, Leadership and Counseling
Bierenbaum Fisher Hall
mferry [at] rider.edu
609-895-5406
Academic Focus: Athletic Leadership
