Dr. Marlene Dixon

Professor

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Biography

Marlene Dixon is a Professor and Department Head at Texas A&M University, specializing in sport management. With a robust academic background and extensive research experience, she focuses on sport participation, women's empowerment in sports, and work-family balance among coaches. Dr. Dixon has published numerous articles and book chapters in prestigious journals and platforms. Her work emphasizes the importance of community sport programs and the impact of sport management education. She has also spearheaded various research projects, including studies on role identity management among student-athletes and the efficacy of sport as a tool for empowerment. Dr. Dixon serves as the Associate Editor for the Journal of Sport Management and has held leadership positions, such as President of the National Association for Sports Management.

Research Interests

Sport Management Women's Empowerment in Sports Work-Family Balance Community Sport Programs

Experience

Professor

2010-08-15 — Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Teaching and conducting research in sport management.

Awards

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President

Courses

SPMT422. Financial Management in Sport SPMT483. Practicum in Sport Management SPMT611. Financial Management in Sport SPMT612. Personnel Management in Sport SPMT682. Seminar SPMT684. Internship in Sport Management SPMT685. Directed Studies

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.