SPM 101 - Contemporary Sport Management

Description:
This course provides students with an overview of sport management, the relevance of legal, sociocultural, historical, political, and psychological concepts to the management of sport, and ways in which the globalization of sport continues to affect sport management professions. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter and Spring).

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Explain the differences between the various functional areas of sport management.
Describe the organizational and managerial foundations of sport management.
Identify and explain the historical, sociological, cultural, and psychological foundations of sport management.
Identify and evaluate current trends and issues in sport management.
Explain the relevance of ethical and legal concepts to the management of sport.
Demonstrate an understanding of theories of management, leadership, and organizational behavior and how these theories are applied in sport enterprises.