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Sports Communication, Minor

Bring the world of sports to life through writing, promotion, design and digital media.

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There's no better place to learn about sports communication than in the SEC!

  • Learn how to communicate in the fast-paced world of sports—from promotion and publicity to writing, visual design and digital media.
  • Build skills in strategic communication, writing, content creation, social media, and multimedia storytelling.
  • Create and manage sport-focused media across platforms while developing a portfolio.

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    Program Information

    Degree

    N/A

    Required Credit Hours

    18

    Program Type

    Minor

    Program Location

    Oxford

    School

    School of Journalism and New Media

    What Courses Are Required For the Minor in Sports Communication?

    Here are some of the courses you'll take to earn your Minor in Sports Communication.

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    SJNM 3620: Strategic Sport Communication

    3 credits

    This course is an introduction to the field of strategic sport communication,including sport information, public relations, media production, research,interactive media, media trends, production competencies, and employmentopportunities and trends. Topics include historical and theoretical features ofthe field, personal and organizational processes, sport media, services andsupport systems, and sociological aspects of sport communication.

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    SJNM 3660: Sports Writing

    3 credits

    This course focuses on developing students' sports journalism skills, including interviewing, reporting, revising, and writing. Students will also be introduced to the best practices for using social media in sports media.

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    SJNM 3740: Sports Photography

    3 credits

    This course will focus on the technical and aesthetic elements of visual storytelling in athletics. Students will learn how to produce effective visual images, use computer software to edit images and sound, and format presentations for print and online presentation.

    Which Majors Pair Well With a Minor in Sports Communication?

    Still deciding on a major? Your sports communication minor will compliment these undergradaute degrees and give you an edge in the job market.

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    Media and Communication, B.A.

    Shape the next generation of media professionals, analysts, and leaders.

    • Oxford

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    Integrated Marketing Communications, B.S.

    Learn how to strategically communicate in the nation’s largest undergraduate Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) program. This versatile degree will prepare you for careers in advertising, marketing, public relations, social media and more!

    • Oxford
    • Tupelo
    • DeSoto

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    Sport Management, B.A.S.M.

    Gain the knowledge and skills to lead in the dynamic world of sport management. The Bachelor of Arts in Sport Management covers everything from legal issues and facility planning to marketing and finance, preparing you for careers in professional, college, and community sports.

    • Oxford
    • Online

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    Marketing, B.B.A.

    Go inside consumers’ minds as you learn to promote, develop, and sell products with a B.B.A. in Marketing from Ole Miss.

    • Oxford

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