named<\/a> after former Tampa Bay Lightning owner Jeff Vinik in 2017. It \u00a0has been among the
\n top sport business programs since 2018, when it placed No. 4 in the world, according
\n to SportBusiness. \u00a0<\/p>\n“I’m grateful to be a part of this program,” said Ainsleigh Wall, a second-year student.
\n “This program has helped me tremendously by placing me in a fellowship, expanding
\n my network, and giving me invaluable insight into the sport industry.” Wall currently
\n holds a development fellowship with the USF Bulls Club, the fundraising arm for USF
\n athletics.<\/p>\n
Harrolle said the ranking reflects not only the program\u2019s academic excellence but
\n also the strength of its community. \u201cI am truly blessed to work with the best in sport
\n business. In my heart, we are No. 1,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
According to the publication\u2019s methodology, the rankings are based on two surveys
\n completed by academic leaders and alumni who graduated three years prior \u2014 meaning
\n the 2025 results are based on survey responses from the class of 2022.<\/p>\n
USF\u2019s program performed well across both the alumni network and industry network categories
\n and scored the highest among the schools in the professional mentorship category,
\n stated SportBusiness.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Notably, USF\u2019s return on investment score saw a significant improvement from last
\n year, tying for the top ROI score among the 54 programs in the ranking.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When asked about what lies ahead for the program, Harrolle pointed to innovation and
\n preparing students for the future of the industry. \u201cThe next stage is incorporating
\n AI,\u201d she said. \u201cWe want our students to be at the forefront of emerging jobs, and
\n to continue leading the way in sport and entertainment management industry.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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