Finally getting to go public with something I have been dreaming about for many years! On November 4th we launched an innovative new educational approach for sports industry career preparation. This is a game changer for our Sports Industry Program @SamfordU. Incredibly grateful for the trust and support of my colleagues at Samford who helped us get to this point. _____________________________________________________ 🏆 Breaking New Ground in Sports Business Education! After pioneering the South's first sports marketing program (2011), launching the nation's first Center for Sports Analytics (2017), and introducing Alabama's first Sports Business MBA (2021), Samford University Brock School of Business is revolutionizing sports business education once again with a new Fast Track in Sports Business program. Key Program Highlights: * Two Degrees in Five Years: BSBA + MBA * 18-Month Sports Residency * Global Placement Opportunities * Online/Hybrid MBA Flexibility Our program transforms how students prepare for sports industry careers. Unlike typical one-semester internships, our innovative 18-month SPORTS RESIDENCY program (modeled after medical school residencies) embeds students in full-time positions with major sports organizations worldwide, providing real executive experience and responsibility. This isn't just getting coffee or making copies – our residents take on significant responsibilities, lead major projects, and become integral team members while completing their MBA. The curriculum is grounded in Samford's highly experiential learning approach where students work on real-world sports business projects while diving deep into every aspect of the sports industry through courses like: * Business of College Sports * Fan Engagement & Analytics * Advanced Sports Business & Analytics * Sports Partnerships & Alliances * Sports Marketing * Sports Analytics What sets our program apart is its innovative approach to graduate education. Students earn 9 MBA credit hours through hands-on industry experience rather than traditional classroom learning. This real-world experience, combined with our comprehensive experiential learning curriculum, gives graduates a significant advantage in the job market. The program is highly selective, with admission decisions made during the Samford University application process. Prospective students must apply to both Samford University and the Fast Track in Sports Business program when submitting their application. Whether you dream of working with Premier League clubs in England, NBA teams in the U.S., or sports tech startups, our hybrid MBA format lets you complete your residency anywhere in the world. You'll build an impressive resume filled with real sports business experience while earning two degrees in just five years. With a historic job placement rate exceeding 95% in the sports industry, our track record speaks for itself. The Wall Street Journal ranks us #8 nationally for career preparation – this isn't just education, it's career acceleration. Learn more: #SportsBusiness #MBA #Innovation

Today, on National Girls & Women in Sports Day, we want to celebrate these incredible Samford University Sports Industry Program alumnae who are making their mark across the sports industry! 🏆 These 11 remarkable women represent everything we strive for in our program - excellence, determination, character, and leadership. From professional teams to collegiate athletics, from sports marketing to operations, they're breaking barriers and setting new standards of excellence. I'm particularly proud to share that 100% of our female graduates who pursued careers in sports have successfully landed positions in the industry. These amazing professionals were some of the finest students to ever grace the halls of Samford University Brock School of Business, and they continue to prove it every day in their careers. To our alumnae: Thank you for being trailblazers and inspiring the next generation of women in sports. Your success is a testament to your talent, hard work, and dedication. hashtag#WomenInSports hashtag#SamfordUniversity hashtag#SportsBusiness hashtag#NGWSD2025 hashtag#BrockSchoolOfBusiness

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🏈 EXCLUSIVE: See how @SamfordU's Center for Sports Analytics simulated every possible #CFBPlayoff scenario! Listen to @Stephen_Hill on @WJOX945's @3ManFront break down the data behind championship chances for all 12 teams. ⚡️ #SportsAnalytics

🎄 Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for your sports-obsessed high schooler? Give them more than just gear this year - give them a head start on their dream career! @SamfordU University's Sports Biz MVP Boot Camp is the ultimate gift for teens who love sports AND have ambitious career goals. Over 6 action-packed days, they'll: 🏟️ Tour pro sports venues 📊 Work with real NFL data 💼 Learn from industry executives 🏆 Compete in case competitions 🤝 Network with sports professionals Plus, they'll experience life at one of the nation's top business schools while discovering how Christian values and business excellence unite in the sports industry. Through our exclusive partnership with @3strandsports, your student will work directly with their executives who represent NFL players, negotiate contracts, and manage major sports marketing campaigns - giving them real-world insights that can't be found in any textbook. Limited spots available for Summer 2025! Learn more: Have questions? Want to learn more? Don't hesitate to reach out. Contact: @MarshalSmith_ , Camp Director 📞 (205) 726-2128 📧 Msmith60@samford.edu #SportsCareer #ChristmasGift #SportsBusiness #FutureLeader #SamfordUniversity

🏈  Beyond the Seeds 🏈 Analytics Reveal True Contenders in Expanded College Football Playoff With the historic 12-team CFP kicking off next week, millions will be filling out brackets for the first time. But don't just guess - use analytics to make your picks! @SamfordU Center for Sports Analytics fellow and @BrockBusiness data analytics program coordinator Dr. @Stephen_Hill ran 10,000 Monte Carlo simulations to predict each team's chances of advancing. The results? Georgia emerges as the slight favorite at 17.7%, but there are some surprising dark horses that could bust brackets! Key insights: * Which high seeds are most vulnerable? * Why two teams with first-round byes might struggle * The most likely championship matchup * How our predictions align with Vegas odds 🎯 Don't fill out your bracket before reading our analysis! #CollegeFootballPlayoff #SportsAnalytics #CFBPlayoff #BracketChallenge #MonteCarlo #Analytics #CollegeFootball #SportsTech #DataScience

RT @Sports_Biz_Prof: 💡 When Analytics Hit the Gridiron: How Samford Students Are Transforming Football Through Data Meet Doug Davis, a sen…

💡 When Analytics Hit the Gridiron: How Samford Students Are Transforming Football Through Data Meet Doug Davis, a senior economics major who's turning his dream of becoming the football version of Billy Beane into reality through the Center for Sports Analytics @SamfordU. As team lead for our Samford Football analytics unit, Doug and his fellow students are putting classroom theory into gameday action under the expert guidance of Dr. @Stephen_Hill. What sets our program apart? Weekly mentorship sessions with Dr. Hill, a leading expert in football analytics, who helps our students translate complex data into winning strategies. This personalized faculty mentorship, combined with hands-on experience analyzing real game data, creates an unparalleled learning environment. Samford University's @BrockBusiness pioneered collegiate sports analytics in 2017 when we launched the nation's first Center for Sports Analytics. Today, our students aren't just studying sports analytics - they're living it, working directly with college and pro teams while still in school. Want to see what it's like to drive real-time analytics decisions for a college football program? Watch Doug's interview to learn how our students are revolutionizing the game, one dataset at a time. #SportsAnalytics #CollegeFootball #DataScience

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.@SamfordU @BrockBusiness Sports Industry Program students are getting hands-on experience behind the scenes at the historic #SECChampionship! Proud to see our future sports leaders in action today at @MBStadium with the @SEC 🏈

Two new “bonus kids “ added to the family this year (Ben and Kayla) and John’s girlfriend Claire attending their first ever Iron Bowl today. Roll Tide!!

RT @JoePompliano: It'll cost you over $850 to get into tonight's Texas vs. Texas A&M game. Even the nosebleeds (!!) are going for $1,000. T…

RT @WJOX945: Dr. Darin White (@Sports_Biz_Prof) and Dr. @Stephen_Hill with the @SamfordU Center of Sports Analytics stopped by @3ManFront t…

Looking forward to talking about what the analytics have to say about the College Football Playoffs on @WJOX945 @3ManFront with my @SamfordU sports analytics colleague @Stephen_Hill today at 12:30 pm. Also tune in to learn about our new Fast Track in Sports Business (BSBA/MBA) program.

RT @BrockBusiness: ➡️ Check it out! Last month, Brock School of Business students worked with the Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors…

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RT @BrockBusiness: Brock School of Business has launched a new fast track in its Sports Business accelerated degree program, allowing stude…

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The only U.S. based university to advance to the finals of The National Sports Forum case competition .... WOW! Great job Alyssa Ryals, Colby Hwang, Hayden Humber, and Doug Davis representing Samford University with excellence! Read about their success: