<p>GREAT!! For the second time in as many post attempts, I just typed a long message here, only to be "timed-out" with a not-logged-in excuse & lost it completely!! (I have GOT to create future threads in Word first & just copy it over!!). So here goes yet AGAIN!!</p>
<p>I previously posted a similar set of questions in another similar thread, but it was many screens long & I believe my questions were lost as #157 so I figure if I start this as a separate thread, I might have better luck getting a response. We would really appreciate peoples help!</p>
<p>(1) I've seen a few references in other related threads stating there's a difference between Sports MANAGEMENT and Sports MARKETING programs/schools/degrees/paths/jobs. Can someone give as much detail as possible as to what those differences are? Is it more a philosophy or approach to the subject, what actual subjects are covered (one or the other more narrowly-focused vs broader business courses), what careers they prepare you for, or other? What exactly sets the 2 apart? The more compare & contrast anyone can supply, the better. And if anyone knows where more info can be found out about the MARKETING side & schools, wed really appreciate it!</p>
<p>(2) For someone entering the Sports Mktg/Mgmt field, what would you recommend as the best path to take? Would it be an undergrad degree in a general business discipline (mktg, finance, acctg, etc) paired with a minor or concentration in Sports Mgmt/Mktg, or would you recommend either a Sports Mktg or Mgmt major (with or without a general business minor)? And would you recommend following it up with a Masters degree? If so, would that then be in general business, Sports Mktg/Mgmt, or an MBA?</p>
<p>(3) Based on your responses to #1 & #2, what school or schools (Top-Tier, 2nd-level, & safety) would you recommend that my son apply to, and why? What would you consider to be the major selling point of each? </p>
<p>(4) I have read many posts which all seem to key on the fact that a major criteria is the ability to NETWORK and gain valued internships. But there also seems to be 2 major contrasting philosophies as to what type of school would be better: (a) a big D1 school with a nearby city & lg. pool of potential corporations/alumni/teams for networking/internships, or (b) a smaller-market school with smaller, more intimate classes with connections, but not as much competition for the networking/internships. What is each of your thoughts in that area, and did that define what schools/paths you recommended in response to #3?</p>
<p>For a bit more clarification ..</p>
<p>My son lives for sports & sees Sports Marketing/Management as his ideal job. He does NOT want to become an agent, however. He plays varsity tennis, although likely won't qualify for any scholarships. He's an A/B student in tough college-prep courses in H.S., but only taking 1 honors course each year vs multiple or AP courses, etc. A decent student, but his downfall is taking tests. We only see him as doing around "average" on the SAT/ACT tests, and is likely to be hindered in his scores in Math by the fact that he had to take Algebra 1 over in middle school, putting him behind when it comes to some of the subjects on the tests. As a result, we don't think he'll qualify for most of the more prestigious Sports Mgmt/Mktg schools. </p>
<p>Does that change your recommendations in #3? Are there still quality second-tier schools you'd recommend he apply to instead or as well? His biggest criteria right now is that it be a larger, D1 school like Penn State, Syracuse, Ohio, Indiana, etc....., but he also liked Temple after a recent tour there, and who knows, based on some of your responses to the above questions?</p>
<p>Finally .</p>
<p>(5) My son shadowed a Temple Sports/Marketing Manager over the summer one day, and absolutely LOVED what he experienced and saw. My wife commuted as an undergrad there 30+ years ago, but Im not very fond of the campus surroundings, or where he'd have to travel thru to commute there. On the other hand, Philly offers a lot of excellent co-op & internship opportunities , pretty much dominated by just Temple & Drexel students . Are there any thoughts from readers or current/prior Temple students on both their Sports Management program and campus/safety, or from others who applied to & toured Temple?</p>
<p>Thanks all!! I know Ive asked a lot of questions that cant be answered quickly and without lot of thought, but any and all responses would be GREATLY appreciated!</p>
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