Sport Management

This course offers an in-depth exploration of sport management principles and processes, focusing on strategic planning, organizing, leading, and evaluating within sport organizations. Students will apply foundational concepts to real-world settings, enhancing their ability to lead effectively in diverse sport environments. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, decision-making, and ethical leadership, ensuring students are prepared for successful leadership roles in the industry.

This course examines effective communication strategies and fundraising techniques crucial for success in the sports industry. Students will develop the ability to build relationships, create compelling sponsorships, and engage diverse stakeholders while considering ethical issues and emerging technologies in digital communication. This course refines collaborative and advocacy skills, ensuring students can secure financial support and foster inclusion within sport organizations.

This course focuses on financial principles essential for managing sport organizations, including budgeting, financial analysis, and revenue generation. Students will apply strategic financial planning to real-world scenarios, ensuring organizational sustainability. The course integrates ethical decision-making and technological competencies, equipping students with the skills needed to navigate financial challenges in the sports industry.

Designed for future leaders in interscholastic athletic administration, this course covers decision-making, governance, and team-building within educational settings. Students will evaluate leadership strategies, integrate ethical frameworks, and foster inclusive environments to enhance student-athlete experiences. Emphasis is placed on communication and compliance, preparing students to manage athletic programs effectively and ethically.

This course explores marketing strategies within the sports industry, with a focus on fan engagement, brand management, and promotional campaigns. Students will analyze market trends, apply strategic marketing principles, and explore the use of emerging technologies to enhance visibility and revenue. Students will also develop skills in communication and collaboration to create lasting connections with diverse audiences.

This course addresses legal and ethical challenges faced by sport managers, including contracts, liability, and risk management. Students will critically analyze contemporary legal issues and develop ethical decision-making skills. The course prepares students to navigate complex legal frameworks while upholding integrity and professionalism within sport organizations.

This course addresses legal and ethical challenges faced by sport managers, including contracts, liability, and risk management. Students will critically analyze contemporary legal issues and develop ethical decision-making skills. The course prepares students to navigate complex legal frameworks while upholding integrity and professionalism within sport organizations.

This course explores governance structures, regulatory frameworks, and decision-making processes at local, national, and international levels. Students will evaluate governance models and leadership strategies to ensure compliance, accountability, and ethical conduct. Emphasis is placed on preparing students for leadership roles that promote diversity and organizational integrity.

This course focuses on psychological principles that enhance athletic performance and team dynamics. Students will explore motivation, mental training, and coping strategies, developing their ability to support athletes and teams in reaching their full potential. Emphasis is placed on fostering ethical practices and integrating technological tools to improve athlete well-being and performance.

This course examines contemporary challenges within the sports industry, including the shortage of officials, leadership diversity, and the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights. Students will apply critical thinking to explore solutions, utilizing emerging technologies and ethical frameworks. The course emphasizes professional development through mentorship, networking, and advocacy for underrepresented groups in leadership roles.