Overview

The Athletic and Outdoor Industry certificate at Portland State University offers students a unique opportunity to merge professional business training with a passion for the sports and recreation sector. This specialized programme is designed to run alongside undergraduate concentrations, providing a competitive edge in one of the world's most dynamic commercial environments.

Why Athletic and Outdoor Industry at Portland State University?

Portland serves as a global epicentre for the athletic and outdoor sector, and the university maintains deep ties with industry giants such as Nike, Columbia Sportswear, and Adidas. The curriculum was developed in direct collaboration with these market leaders to ensure students gain relevant, real-world insights.

Students benefit from instruction by seasoned faculty who bring first-hand industry experience into the classroom. Beyond traditional lectures, the programme offers hands-on opportunities through the Center for Retail Leadership, including summer immersion trips to major trade shows like Outdoor Retailer in Denver. On campus, the A&O Connect student organisation facilitates networking events, site tours, and professional workshops.

The School of Business at the university holds elite dual-accreditation from the AACSB, a distinction shared by less than 1% of business schools globally. This ensures that your certificate carries international prestige and reflects the highest standards of academic and professional excellence.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 34599 per year
National fee: USD 34599 per year
Local fee: USD 12999 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on the specific business cycles, terminology, and cultural trends of the sector. Modules may include:

Athletic and Outdoor Industry
Marketing
Supply Chain
Sales
Merchandising
Retailing
Product Management
Human Resource Management and Leadership

Careers with Athletic and Outdoor Industry

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles within the global sports and outdoor market. The programme has an exceptional record of placing alumni in positions at world-renowned brands including Keen, REI, Cascade Designs, and Gerber Gear. The strategic location of the university provides a natural proving ground for career exploration in headquarters, manufacturing, and retail operations.

Common career paths for certificate holders include:

Strategic Planning
Product Management
Global Distribution
HR and Recruiting
Marketing and Brand Management
Supply Chain Operations
Retail Management and Sales

The programme is particularly beneficial for students majoring in Communications, Psychology, Graphic Design, or Textile Arts who wish to apply their primary field of study to the athletic and outdoor commercial sector.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Professional Selling

Retailing

Competitive Dynamics in the Athletic and Outdoor Industry

Product Management in the Athletic and Outdoor Industry

Global Sourcing and Negotiation

Global Transportation and Logistics

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-05 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

20 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portland, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

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General requirements

You must have a cumulative (overall) grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 when converted to the U.S. 4.0 grading scale.
Meet the English Language Proficiency Requirement. You may be admitted to Portland State University and an Intensive English Language Program (IELP) pathway if you do not meet PSU's English Language Proficiency Requirement. Learn more about PSU’s English language programs.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

34599 USD / year

≈ 34599 USD / year
Out-of-State

34599 USD / year

≈ 34599 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12999 USD / year

≈ 12999 USD / year

Living costs

Portland

United States

1271 - 2262 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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