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Do You NEED a College Degree for Sports Jobs?

By Kevin Zwicker | Originally Published: March 28, 2024

Skills-based hiring is trending in the sports industry, raising the question, "Do you really need a college degree to make it in the sports industry?"  

Nearly 62% of sports industry employers believe lacking qualified candidates is one of their greatest recruiting hurdles. What makes a candidate "qualified" if 72% of employers don't find a college degree a surefire measure of an employee's performance? Is this a temporary trend or here to stay?  

Join Brian Clapp as he breaks down the shift happening in sports job hunting. He also shares tips for job seekers to take advantage of the change, helping you win with employers who value what you can do over your alma mater. 

Don't assume that Brian is out here trashing associate and four-year programs; he also explores the advantages a degree can provide you. With the right approach, you can break into the sports industry in ways that weren't possible in the past. 

 


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