Courses in Sports Management
SPS 100: Introduction to Sports Management (3)
Prerequisite: sophomore standing. This is an introductory course for students enrolled in the sports management program. Students will be taught the basic principles of administrative and management concepts associated with amateur/professional athletics ndustry. Descriptions of career opportunities are provided to help the student design a course of study that best meets his/her career goals. Introduction to Sports Management is the prerequisite for all other sports management course offerings. (Offered
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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SPS 201: Sports Management I (3)
Prerequisite: SPS 100. An overview of the sports management industry to include public relations and marketing, law and ethics, facility management, health and safety, and technology issues. Course content will be disseminated through a combination of lectures, guest speakers, readings and presentations. (Offered every fall semester.) (3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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SPS 301: Sports Management II (3)
Prerequisite: SPS 201. An overview of the sports management industry to include strategic planning, finance, event management, facility design and specification, and personnel management. Course content will be disseminated through a combination of lectures, guest speakers, readings, and presentations. Emphasis is placed on written and communication skills for acquiring entry-level positions in sports management. (Offered every spring semester.) (3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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SPS 401: Senior Project (3)
Prerequisite: senior standing. Selected independent study of design project with approval of departmental personnel. Students are able to apply classroom theory to practical experience. (Offered every fall semester.) (3)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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