A new Jets-centric business course is among new offerings coming to Centenary University after the Hackettstown institution entered a multi-year educational partnership with the New York Jets.

The partnership focuses on the development and launch of a multi-faceted educational program that will include a new Jets-centric college course and hands-on career development programs to give students the unique opportunity to learn and experience the business operations of an NFL franchise. As part of the alliance, Centenary University will become an Official Educational Partner of the New York Jets.

The new multi-disciplinary Jets-themed course, slated for spring 2019, offers students insight into the business of professional sports. Taught by Centenary professionals in collaboration with Jets staff, this course will be designed to equip students with the knowledge and experience to be successful in the sports industry. Topics discussed in the course may include data and analytics, communications, business, sales, and social media strategies.

In addition to the course, internship opportunities within the Jets organization will also offer hands-on experience in the fast-paced sports industry.

“This partnership with the New York Jets creates innovative academic and internship opportunities for Centenary students, who will gain important workplace experience within a world-class sports organization,” said David P. Haney, President of Centenary University.

Centenary University will also become the presenting partner for Jets Business Day, when high school students interested in the sports industry are invited to MetLife Stadium to speak with various departments of the Jets. Centenary University will be present at this event, sharing information about the university’s sports management and other academic programs.

Centenary students will be invited to other Jets events held throughout the year.