Master's in Business & Leadership in Women's Sports
Online graduate programs in business and leadership
Prepare to lead the growing women's sports industry through a first-of-its-kind graduate program connecting business strategy, leadership, and industry expertise. Simmons’ Master of Science in Management (MSM) with a concentration in Business and Leadership in Women’s Sports prepares the next generation of executives to lead this multibillion-dollar industry. Whether you are an athlete transitioning to the front office, a sports professional looking to level up, or a business leader pivoting into this high-growth sector, our program provides the tools to drive the industry forward.
Program Highlights
- Fully online, flexible format
- Advisory Board featuring leaders from the PWHL, NWSL, Boston Red Sox, and other major organizations
- Live instruction from industry practitioners
- Stackable certificate-to-master's pathway
Generous scholarships are available.
Priority Application Deadlines
November 1 | Start term: Spring 2027
March 1 | Start term: Fall 2027
1st
Graduate program
dedicated to women's professional sports management
50+
Years
of elevating leaders in business
1st
Institution
to offer graduate business degrees specifically for women
Graduate Pathways in Women’s Sports
Choose the path that fits your professional timeline and career goals. Both options offer the same high-level instruction from faculty and industry practitioners.
- MSM in Business and Leadership in Women’s Sports: A comprehensive 34-credit master's degree that includes core management essentials and deep-dive sports specializations.
- Graduate Certificate in Women's Sports Business: A streamlined 4-course credential (12 credits) designed for immediate impact, which can be fully "stacked" into the MSM degree later.
Why Simmons for Women's Sports Business?
- Pioneering Curriculum: Engage with coursework specifically built for this niche, including “Foundations of Women’s Sports,” “Disruptive Entrepreneurship,” and “Models of Leadership.”
- Direct Pipeline to Industry Leaders: Learn from and network with our Advisory Board, featuring executives from the Professional Women’s Hockey League, Boston Red Sox, and the National Women’s Soccer League — connections that translate directly into career opportunities.
- A Legacy of Equity: Simmons has been at the forefront of women’s leadership for over a century. We apply that expertise to help you navigate and dismantle the "glass ceiling" in sports front offices and executive suites.
- Fully Online and Flexible: Benefit from live classes and real-time conversations to deepen your learning and strengthen connections with faculty and classmates
A Commitment to Advancing Women's Leadership
My Simmons education gave me more than a degree. It gave me the confidence, leadership skills, and values to navigate and succeed in the sports industry. The University's commitment to advancing women's leadership continues to influence how I lead today, and I am proud to support a program that empowers the next generations of women leaders in sports.
- Laura Doran ’09
Careers and Outcomes
You will be supported by a highly engaged network of Simmons alumnae/i and industry partners, advancing women’s sports at every level, offering mentorship, advocacy, and professional connections that accelerate your leadership trajectory.
Potential Women’s Sports Job Titles
- Team or League Operations Manager
- Media Relations Manager
- Sales and Sponsorship Manager
- Sports Data Analyst
Upcoming Information Sessions
Get started by meeting our expert faculty and staff at an information session.
