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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Sport Management BS, Recreation Management Specialization


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The Recreation Management specialization prepares students for entry-level supervisory and managerial positions with municipal parks and recreation departments, non-profit agencies such as YMCAs and Boys and Girls Clubs, armed forces recreation, university recreation and intramural sports, camping and outdoor recreation.  In addition, entrepreneurial skills are developed for those interested in starting their own business. The Recreation Specialization prepares students for positions in one of the top industries in Washington State and the Nation. Career opportunities are numerous.

Students must maintain a 2.75 (on a scale of 4.0) as a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) in the Recreation Management coursework and achieve a minimum grade of “C” in each of the courses.

Sport Management, BS


Program Director
Brian McGladrey, Ph.D., CSCS

Program Description
The major in Sport Management is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in the sports industry. The sports industry in the U.S. now generates revenues that exceed $200 billion annually. Accordingly, the number and type of career opportunities associated with sport continues to grow. Classroom learning, combined with experiential learning gained through practicums and internships, will allow students who earn a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management to position themselves for success in entry-level positions in a variety of sport-related occupations.

Examples of potential careers in sport management include:

  • Collegiate Coaching = coaching, recruiting, summer camps
  • Interscholastic Coaching = coaching
  • Youth Coaching/Leadership = coaching, league director
  • Professional Sports Teams = ticket sales, marketing,
  • Collegiate Athletics = athletics director, public relations, compliance
  • City/Community Recreation = administration, league director, promotions
  • Athletic Facilities = management, membership marketing/sales
  • Collegiate Recreation = management, student services, facilities

Sport Management Emphasis Areas

Students choosing to major in Sport Management will complete a “core” of coursework, and choose to specialize in one of the following emphasis areas:

  • Sport Coaching
  • Sport Business
  • Physical Activity Programming

Admission Requirements
Students must complete SPM 101-Contemporary Sport Management before applying to the program. For the major application procedure, contact the Sport Management Program Director.

Graduation Requirements
Students must maintain a 2.75 (on a scale of 4.0) as a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) in the major’s coursework.

Program Requirements
Students must choose one from three Sport Management specializations: (1) Sport Coaching; (2) Sport Business; or (3) Physical Activity Programming. A minimum grade of “C” is required in each of the major’s courses.

Recreation Management Specialization


Total Specialization Credits: 35


Total Credits: 70


College and Department Information


Physical Education, School Health, and Movement Studies Department  
College of Education and Professional Studies  

Program Outcomes
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