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General Catalog 2007-2009Sport Management SPM101 History and Philosophy of Sport Fall-Spring Semesters A survey of the philosophy and historical development of sport. The course will examine the major philosophical schools of thought in sport and trace the development of competitive sport from ancient civilizations to the present. Recurring themes will be identified and significant individuals and events that impacted the history of sport will be discussed to gain a better understanding of how this important aspect of how the human experience evolved to its integral place in society. 3 credit hours. SPM110-111 Sport Management Practicum Fall-Spring Semesters
The course is designed for the freshman Sport
Management major to gain and use a variety of skills needed for
event management. The course will focus primarily on game/event
administration. This is an experiential course in which the student
completes the assigned tasks on campus. .5 credit hours. SPM112-113 Sport Management Practicum Fall-Spring Semesters
The course is designed for the sophomore Sport
Management major to gain experience on campus in relation to
facility management. The student will both develop and use
supervisory skills in various roles in the Grumbacher Sport and
Fitness Center. This is an experiential course in which the student
completes the assigned tasks on campus. Prerequisites: SPM110 and
SPM111. .5 credit hours. SPM201 Introduction to Sport Management Fall-Spring Semesters An analysis of effective management strategies and the body of knowledge associated with pursuing a career as a manager in the sport industry. Functional management, strategic planning, decision making, leadership style, managing conflict and change, motivation of a workforce and career opportunities in different sport environments will be explored during the course of the semester. 3 credit hours. SPM220 Sport in Society Fall-Spring Semesters This course is an analysis of the social relations within the institution of sport. This course is designed to acquaint students with the relationship between sport and the society in which it is embedded. Topics include international cultures in sport; violence and deviant behavior in sport; social stratification in sport; sport education; and societal beliefs, traditions, customs, and the sport subculture. 3 credit hours. SPM260 Lifeguard Specialties Spring or Summer Semester This course is designed for current lifeguards who wish to specialize in the three areas. These include Head Lifeguard, Waterfront Lifeguard, and Water Park Lifeguard. Nationally recognized certification will be awarded on successful completion of the course. Prerequisite: PE124. 2 credit hours. SPM310 Sport Behavior Fall-Spring Semesters A survey and analysis of the principles, theories, and applications associated with sport and the exercise behavior Study, research, and discussion of participants, group processes, and sport/exercise environments will lead to a greater understanding of the psychological factors that enhance and impede individual and team performance. Prerequisites: PSY100 and PE134 with a grade of 2 or higher. 3 credit hours.
SPM320 Sport Administration and
Fall Semester An overview of practical applications of management theory in the sport environment. Areas to be covered included personnel decisions, financial issues and computer applications in sport. Prerequisites: MGT250 and SPM201 with a grade of 2 or higher. 3 credit hours. SPM330 Sport Marketing Fall Semester An overview of the various techniques and strategies of marketing in the sport environment. Areas to be covered include the processes of the sport marketing planning model, the segmentation process, the identification of target markets, data base and relationship marketing, the major concepts of sport marketing and the development of the sport marketing mix and sponsorship packages. Prerequisites: SPM201, IFS100 or IFS105, and MKT200 with a grade of 2 or higher. Prerequisite: Sport Management majors only or with permission of the instructor. 3 credit hours. SPM340 Financing Sport Operations Fall-Spring Semesters An analysis of financial concepts and theories and their application in the professional, intercollegiate, and commercial sport industries. Topics include revenues and expenses of professional, intercollegiate and private sport industries, issues impacting these revenues and expenses, budgeting methods, economic impact, fundraising at the intercollegiate level, ownership in sport and public and private funding for non-profit sport programs. Prerequisites: IFS100 or IFS105, SPM201, and ECO200. Prerequisite: Sport Management majors only or with permission of the instructor. 3 credit hours. SPM350 Public and Media Relations in Sport Spring Semester An analysis of the role of the media and public relations in sport organizations. The appropriate methods and theories will be presented as well as their application in the professional, intercollegiate and commercial sport industries. The relationship between sport organizations and the print and electronic media will be explored and how that relationship is vital to the success of the sport organization will be emphasized. Prerequisites: SPM201 and CM104 with a grade of 2 or higher. Prerequisite: Sport Management majors only or with permission of the instructor. 3 credit hours. SPM360 Aquatic Facilities Management Spring Semester The Aquatic Facility Management course is designed to prepare individuals to manage pools, spas, water parks, and outdoor aquatic facilities. Some of the topics covered are water chemistry and filtration, staff management, event management, emergency action plans, liability issues, client health issues, and facility visitations. Upon successful completion, nationally recognized certification will be awarded. Prerequisite: PE124 or PE126, or permission of the instructor. 3 credit hours. SPM361 Aquatic Recreation Systems Spring Semester This course presents the student with basic knowledge of the systems associated with recreational aquatic facilities. These include electrical, HVAC, chemical feeding, pumps, hydraulics, surfaces, and computer applications. Current and future trends will be explored and site visitations are a required component of the course. Prerequisite: IFS105. 2 credit hours. SPM370 Special Topics in Sport Management Fall Semester This course examines issues in the field of sport and sport management as they affect us, our culture, and society. The specific topic for the course changes from semester to semester according to faculty and student interest. Topics such as race and gender in sport as well as current trends and issues are possible topics. Introduction to Sport Management, or History and Philosophy of Sport, and/or Sport Behavior are recommended as a strong foundation before enrolling, but are not prerequisites. 3 credit hours. SPM420 Facility and Event ManagementSpring Semester An analysis of the management process involved in the designing and managing of a sport facility as well as the skills and processes associated with administering a sport event whether it be participant centered (e.g. road race, youth tennis tournament) or spectator centered (e.g., college football game, basketball game, professional golf tournament). Prerequisites: SPM201 and SPM320 with a grade of 2 or higher. Prerequisite: Sport Management majors only or with permission of the instructor. 3 credit hours. SPM425 Legal Aspects of Sport Fall Semester An overview of the legal aspects related to the sport environment. Areas of study include constitutional amendments, legislative enactments and case law related to sport and the administration of sport programs; contracts, labor agreements, product liability, tort law and risk management. Prerequisites: Senior status sport management major. Prerequisite: Sport Management majors only or with permission of the instructor. 3 credit hours. SPM475 Ethics and Current Issues in Sport Fall-Spring-Summer Semesters A seminar examining current research, issues, reform movements, trends and ethical dilemmas in the sport management field. Topics will include issues in intercollegiate athletics, the Olympic Movement, high school sport and private sector. Reading current texts and articles, discussion, reaction papers and evaluation of the opinions of experts in the field will be used as the foundation for the course. Prerequisites: Senior Status Sport Management Major. Corequisite: SPM480. Prerequisite: Sport Management majors only or with permission of the instructor. 3 credit hours.
SPM480 Work Experience in Fall-Spring-Summer Semesters A practical application experience for senior sport management majors that enables the student to utilize theories presented in coursework. This is a full academic semester experience consisting of 450-500 hours of work experience. It is taken concurrently with SPM475 and no other courses may be taken during the work experience semester. Prerequisites: Senior status in sport management major. Prerequisite: Sport Management majors only or with permission of the instructor. 9 credit hours.
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