Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at Texas A&M University

Name

Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at Texas A&M University

Legal name

Department of Kinesiology & Sport Management

Website

https://hlkn.tamu.edu

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education - Kinesiology and Sport Management

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (54171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAAAHAB

Fitness & Exercise Training Education (Strength, Cardio, Mobility)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Health, Wellness & Lifestyle Education (Nutrition, Fitness, Mindfulness)

SECONDARYEDALAIAI

Strength & Conditioning / Performance Training

Education/Student Services & Campus Operations/Athletics, Recreation & Fitness

SECONDARYHSADAEAB

Strength & Conditioning / Athletic Performance Training

Home & Personal Services/Fitness, Wellness & Personal Training/Sports Coaching & Athletic Performance

SECONDARYHSADAEAA

Sport-Specific Skills Coaching (e.g., soccer, basketball, tennis)

Home & Personal Services/Fitness, Wellness & Personal Training/Sports Coaching & Athletic Performance

Keywords

• Kinesiology education
• Sport management
• Exercise physiology
• Human movement sciences
• Physical education programs

Headquarters

HQ city

College Station

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Department of Kinesiology & Sport Management at Texas A&M University delivers higher education academic programs (undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degrees) in kinesiology, sport management, and physical education activity, alongside research in human movement sciences. It serves students preparing for careers in health, fitness, physical therapy, sports science, coaching, healthcare, and education, with experiential learning via internships and international programs in Germany, Austria, and Greece.

Product overview

The Department of Kinesiology & Sport Management at Texas A&M University offers a unified portfolio of three interconnected academic programs: the Kinesiology Program (focused on health, fitness, and movement sciences), the Physical Education Activity Program (PEAP) providing fitness classes to all students, and the Sport Management Program preparing students for the global sports industry. The department also provides student support through the Byrne Student Success Center. These programs share a common focus on human movement, exercise, and wellness, with students able to access shared resources and advising across programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kinesiology Program: Kinesiology program that equips students with knowledge and skills to lead in health, fitness, and movement sciences, with programs in applied exercise physiology, motor behavior, basic exercise physiology, clinical exercise physiology, performance physiology and strength & conditioning, and athletic training.
• Physical Education Activity Program (PEAP)
• Sport Management Program

Products and services

• Kinesiology Program Undergraduate and graduate degree program equipping students with knowledge and skills in health, fitness, and movement sciences, emphasizing biological principles behind exercise and human performance. Offers undergraduate degrees in applied exercise physiology, motor behavior, and basic exercise physiology, and graduate programs in clinical exercise physiology, performance physiology and strength & conditioning, athletic training, and sport management. Designed for students pursuing careers in physical therapy, sports science, coaching, healthcare, and education.
• Physical Education Activity Program (PEAP)
• Sport Management Program Program preparing students to lead and innovate in the global sports industry through foundational education and real-world experience. Includes internships and international programs such as study abroad in Germany and Austria and Olympic Studies in Greece. Faculty are internationally recognized scholars focused on equity, inclusion, and adapting to global market trends.
• Byrne Student Success Center Resource center providing students with academic coaching, learning communities, food pantry, First-Gen Network, and Transformational Learning Fellows Program to support academic and personal success for students in the College of Education and Human Development.

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Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• American Kinesiology AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe department is an active member of the American Kinesiology Association, working to advance kinesiology and promote research that enhances health and wellness. This membership provides access to professional development, research collaboration, and industry best practices in kinesiology education.
• Research Enterprise & Outreach (TAMU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe department is connected to Texas A&M University's Research Enterprise & Outreach (reo.tamu.edu), which supports research initiatives and outreach programs across the university, facilitating collaboration and dissemination of research findings.
• Voices of Impact Speaker SeriesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe department participates in the Voices of Impact Speaker Series (voi.education.tamu.edu), a collaborative initiative bringing thought leaders and researchers to share insights on impactful topics in education and human development.

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Temple University College of Public Health - Kinesiology: Offers kinesiology programs with applied exercise physiology and athletic training concentrations. Comparable in size and focus on applied movement science.
• University of Michigan School of Kinesiology: One of the oldest and most prominent kinesiology programs in the US, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in movement science, sport management, and athletic training. Directly comparable to Texas A&M's department in both academic structure and research focus.
• Ohio State University Department of Human Sciences: Hosts kinesiology and sport management programs within a college of education. Comparable in research focus, Big Ten affiliation, and breadth of degree offerings.
• University of Texas at Austin - Kinesiology and Health Education: In-state peer institution offering kinesiology and sport management programs. Most direct competitor for Texas-resident students and faculty recruitment.
• Penn State Department of Kinesiology: Large research kinesiology department offering exercise physiology, motor control, and sport coaching programs. Highly comparable in scope, faculty research areas, and Big 12/Big Ten inter-university dynamics.
• Indiana University School of Public Health - Kinesiology: Offers undergraduate and graduate programs in kinesiology with research in exercise physiology, sport behavior, and athletic training. Direct peer in academic depth and program structure.
• University of Georgia - Department of Kinesiology: SEC peer institution with kinesiology programs covering exercise science, sport coaching, and sport management. Directly comparable in athletic conference context and program scope.
• University of Florida Department of Applied Physiology and Kinesiology: Major southeastern kinesiology program with strong applied physiology, biomechanics, and sport management offerings. Direct competitor for students and faculty in the SEC footprint.
• UCLA Department of Kinesiology: Research-intensive kinesiology program with foundations in exercise science, motor behavior, and sport studies. Comparable in academic reputation and graduate research output.

Regional players

• University of Houston Department of Health and Human Performance: Texas-based peer in kinesiology and sport management education. Comparable curriculum but with smaller research footprint and primarily in-state Texas focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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