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Athletic Administration

Online Wisconsin educational administrator licensure add-on

Do you have an educational administration licensure? Are you working towards earning one? Enhance your master's by adding athletic administration.

This add-on, geared towards current and future athletic directors, will prepare you to be well-versed in the ever-changing world of athletic administration. As a graduate of our program, you will be eligible to pursue NIAAA national certification.

Fast Facts

Multiple start dates
You can start at multiple times during the fall, spring, and summer semesters. No application deadlines!
online
100%
Program Completion
8-week courses allow you to complete your
program choice in as little as 2 years

This 15-credit add-on is for current and future athletic directors looking to develop or further enhance the comprehensive skillset needed for this leadership position. We are the only one in the state of Wisconsin to use the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) curriculum. Graduates of Concordia's program will be eligible to pursue national certification through NIAAA.

You must hold (or be working towards) an educational administrator license to be eligible for the athletic administration concentration. Add-on to your principal, director of instruction, director of special education & pupil services, or superintendent licensure. All 15 credits may be applied towards the master's degree in educational administration.

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The field of athletic administration is rapidly evolving, and it's essential to be well-versed in the latest trends, strategies, and best practices to ensure that student-athletes have a safe, inclusive, and successful athletic experience. Athletic Administrator add-on courses include:

  • Foundations of Budgeting, Finance and Planning in Athletic Administration
  • Strategies for Organizational Management in Athletic Administration
  • Legal Issues in Athletic Administration

All coursework may be applied toward a master's degree in educational administration and be completed in 6-12 months. You'll graduate well-prepared for a career as an athletic director.

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Course formats

Asynchronous
100% online
No required class dates
Self-paced, work independently
Collaborative
100% online
No required class dates
Work with your assigned group via discussion boards
Virtual
100% online
Live class via Zoom
Independent and group work

The virtual classes have been a great experience! I absolutely love the interactions I have had in these classes and it has all been from the comfort of my own home or my office. All of my classes have had great, relevant discussions. I love that in these classes I get to see other students, make connections and build relationships, and create a network of people - all who have similar goals!

What makes us different?

Distinctive curriculum. Our specialized courses cultivate essential leadership abilities and proficiencies necessary for you to thrive as an educational administrator.

Practical application. You are given multiple opportunities to engage in hands-on experiences in real-world application settings.

Collaborative learning. Concordia utilizes a cohort-based learning model for greater learning with your peers and networking opportunities.

Commitment to social justice and equity. We explore issues of diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of equitable educational opportunities.

Faculty experience. They bring diverse perspectives and connections within the educational community to enhance your learning.

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Credits (15-33)
The credit requirements are dependent on the licensure
and if you choose to purse the master's degree.
cost per credit
$715
Student Eligibility
Click the blue square for the entrance requirements
to this licensure/master's program.

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Affording your graduate education

Academic and Christian Community Scholarships

Financial Aid available for qualifying students.

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