
Business Side of Sports – Careers in the Fast Lane
October 13 - 15, 2026
Professional Development Trip
The Office of Access and Community Connections invites Haslam College of Business students to experience the Business Side of Sports: Careers in the Fast Lane, a professional development experience designed to connect classroom learning with real-world career opportunities.
Travel with us to Charlotte, North Carolina, for an immersive look at the business, leadership, marketing, operations, and career opportunities that drive the sports and entertainment industry. Students will visit organizations and venues throughout the Charlotte area, including the NASCAR Hall of Fame and Charlotte Motor Speedway, while gaining valuable insight into the many career paths available within the sports business ecosystem.
What You Can Expect
- Industry Exposure: Visit leading sports and entertainment organizations and learn how they operate.
- Career Exploration: Discover the wide range of business careers that exist beyond the playing field.
- Professional Networking: Connect with industry professionals and UTK alumni working in the Charlotte area.
- Experiential Learning: Gain firsthand insight into how concepts learned in the classroom translate into the workplace.
- Professional Development: Strengthen your communication, networking, and career-readiness skills.
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