The University of South Carolina's Master of Sport and Entertainment Management (MSEM) is designed for professionals ready to move forward—whether that means stepping into management, pivoting into the industry, expanding your network, or gaining the business and leadership perspective to take on bigger opportunities. Ranked No. 8 worldwide in the 2026 SportBusiness Postgraduate Course Rankings, the 36-credit-hour MSEM blends rigorous graduate study with real-world industry insight. You will explore the business of sport and live entertainment, develop leadership and management skills, and learn from faculty and professionals who understand how the industry works. MSEM offers flexible pathways, including a 100% online option, so you can advance your education without putting your career on hold. With MSEM, you can: Build leadership and management skills for an evolving industry Develop a deeper understanding of the business behind sport and live entertainment Learn from faculty with industry experience and expertise Strengthen your résumé through hands-on, career-focused learning Connect with an alumni network working across sport, entertainment, and venue management worldwide Pursue a 100% online pathway while continuing to work and build your career Want to see whether MSEM is the right fit? Join an upcoming Graduate Discovery Series session to hear from our team, learn about program options and admissions, and get your questions answered live. Explore the Graduate Discovery Series