Lecturer - Marketing 452: Sports Marketing & Sponsorships (Fall 2026)

MKTG 452: Sports Marketing & Sponsorships Position: Lecturer Semester: Fall 2026 Day/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. Modality: In-person College: College of Business Administration Department: Marketing The Department of Marketing at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach MKTG 452: Sports Marketing & Sponsorships. Course Description This course provides an in-depth overview of the challenges and opportunities marketing managers face in the sports industry. It examines how organizations can use sports to achieve their marketing objectives, covering topics such as licensing, stadium naming rights, and a focused exploration of sponsorship. The course also highlights the unique characteristics of sports as a product and the application of marketing mix strategies in both domestic and global sports markets. Minimum Qualifications A master' degree in business administration or in a related discipline Active current experience in a role with expertise in sports marketing and the management of sponsorships. Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment. Preferred Qualifications A doctorate or equivalent Previous teaching experience Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service. Salary Commensurate With Degree Level And Experience Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Timeline A review of applications will begin on July 2, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled. CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for more information. California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status. Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy , the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at Clery Act Notification . #J-18808-Ljbffr California State University San Marcos