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Supervised work experience in a sport administration area by the student with approval of advisor

This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the skills and competencies required to pursue career opportunities in the sport industry.

This course investigates the historical development of sport and recreational activities practiced in North America. Major influences on the development of sport are examined including religious beliefs, social and cultural values, economics, politics, and technological advances..

An overview of the roles, qualifications, responsibilities, and skills required of coaches during the season and off season. Issues affecting coaches both on and off the field will be addressed.

This course is designed to provide students with an overview of facility planning and design, facility operations, and event management.

An examination of the theories, techniques, and styles of coaching football. Multiple offensive and defensive strategies are explored.

With A Managerial Approach To Legal Issues, This Course Will Examine The Influences Of Current State And Federal Legislation, Courses Of Instruction – Associate And Bachelor Degrees 176 Collective Bargaining Agreement, Regulation Agencies, Employeeemployer Relations, Contracts And Educational Enterprises In Relation To Sport Management

A study of the theories, methods, organization, and techniques of teaching and coaching of basketball skills and team play.

Coaching minors must have completed SMGT 300. All non-coaching minors must obtain the consent of the instructor. This course will function as an orientation to the coaching of specific individual and team sports. Furthermore, the course is designed to evaluate the knowledge and skill proficiencies (competencies) of coaching minors in selected sport and activities. The sports covered in this course are: volleyball, cross country/track and field and soccer.

Coaching Minors Must Have Completed Smgt 300 And Smgt 307. All Non-coaching Minors Must Obtain The Consent Of The Instructor. This Course Will Function As An Orientation To The Coaching Of Specific Individual And Team Sports. Furthermore, The Course Is Designed To Evaluate The Knowledge And Skill Proficiencies (competencies) Of Coaching Minors In Selected Sport And Activities. The Sports Covered In This Course Are: Tennis, Baseball/softball, And Golf.

This course is a macro analysis of the field from personal, organizational, and external perspectives. Special attention is given to historical and theoretical features of the field, personal and organizational process, sport media, services and support systems, and sociological and legal aspects of sport.

This course will explain the inter-relationships between sport and religion while examining the impact of Muscular Christianity and sport ministry in North America. Tools and guidelines for preparing, organizing and administering a sport ministry program will also be examined.

A study of rules, game procedures, methods and practice in officiating athletic activities.

A SMGT directed elective that will consist of supervised work experience approved in advance by the professor in a sport administration and/or management cognate (administration, aquatics, promotion, marketing, directing, fitness). Application procedures processed through the Career Center.

Coaching Minors: This is a required course. This course is a study of the major facets and recent advances in sport psychology to provide a comprehensive and practical guide to psychological concepts and theories. In addition, strategies and techniques designed to help future coaches and sport psychology consultants cultivate peak performance and personal growth is examined.

A study of the problems and considerations involved in the successful management of sport and recreation programs. Areas considered include program planning, organization, leadership and evaluation, and current organizational trends.

Economic marketing and finance theories applied to sport organizations, with special emphasis on the impact of sport upon the proximate community, and general development of cities and sport facilities.

Prerequisite: Completion of all 300 level SMGT courses A basic understanding of the developments, trends and social processes that explain the widely popular sporting experiences of society today.

The relevant areas of marketing are applied to sport applications for spectator and participative sport organizations are given. Special emphasis is placed on strategic planning, product analysis, and the development and presentation of marketing packages to secure sponsorship.

Individual study of advanced topics in management information systems. Includes periodic meetings with instructor.

Prerequisites: Sophomore Status, 2.00 Gpa, Two Courses In Major, Declared Major, Not More Than One Cser Behind. Application Procedures Processed Through The Career Center. Must Apply Semester Prior To Internship.

This course provides an overview of the sport industry. History of, careers in, growth trends, and the management of a variety of sport organizations will be examined.

This course provides students with the opportunity to examine the relationship between sport and the world we live in. Students will be encouraged to think critically about the impact sport has on our lives. Topics such as youth sport, violence in sport, deviance in sport, race and sport, etc. will be examined. Prerequisite: SMG101

The wide variety of tasks, policies, and procedures which govern the administration of a sport or athletic program/ organization will be examined in this course.

This course offers a comprehensive study of the planning, maintenance, operations, financial considerations, and personnel management of sport facilities and sporting events.

This course focuses on the application of marketing principles and practices relevant to the sport industry. Practical and theoretical applications of marketing sport will be examined. Prerequisite: MKT101

This course will examine the legal environment in which professional and amateur sport operates. Areas of law to be examined include, but may not be limited to, contract, labor, tort, and antitrust law. Prerequisite: LAW101

This course applies economic methods and theory to the sporting world. Topics to be examined will include, but may not be limited to, the value of a sport franchise to a municipality, economic impact of hosting sporting events, financing professional sport facilities, and sport and economic development. Prerequisites: ECO201

This Course Provides Students The Opportunity To Apply Learned Sport Management Skills, Theories, And Ideas In A Work Experience. Students Are Encouraged To Consider Co-op Sites That Reflect Their Career Aspirations. The Co-op Will Be A Minimum Of Twelve Weeks Working A Minimum Of Ten Hours Per Week. Prerequisite: Smg101, Smg151, Smg301, And Completion Of At Least 90 Credits.

This course is designed to develop and refine the analytical/critical reading skills and the substantive writing skills of freshmen. This intensive writing class will focus on writing essays of varying length and expose students to the various rhetorical modes of writing that will contribute to their success in university courses and their chosen careers.

This course looks to expand upon the rhetorical skills attained in ENG110. As a student-centered course, students explore their own writing in peer, group, and self-review skill sessions. Students enhance self-editing skills and increase awareness of the revision skills needed in both college coursework and in careers. The course will further develop students’ understanding of the writing process from pre-writing to final draft. This course encourages students to have their writing evaluated across the curriculum. The addition of thematic readings further enhances students’ knowledge base. The course culminates in a portfolio of original work.

This introductory course will focus on the knowledge and skills that students need to become competent communicators. This information and these skills will include speaking, listening, media literacy, computer-mediated communication, cultural sensitivity, workplace communication, group dynamics, and critical thinking. Students will prepare and present speeches and group projects that utilize media and technology. Emphasis will be place on personal, social and workplace interaction both individually and in group settings.

This course strives to meet the high level of computer literacy required of all students earning a degree from the university. Special emphasis is placed on the ethical use of computer technology for information analysis and communications. Computer units introduce the Internet, Windows, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software. Students who feel they have attained computer literacy and earn 70 percent on an exemption exam may substitute any other 3-credit course for this core requirement. Students may prove competency by passing a waiver examination. No credit is granted if the requirement is waived.

This course provides a review of the fundamentals of algebra: a study of function theory, specifically linear and quadratic functions; matrix operations; and linear programming. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving techniques with special attention given to business and other applications. Prerequisite: MAT101 or placement examination.

This course acquaints students with the fundamentals of modern statistics. It includes basic concepts of descriptive statistics and inferences about the mean, proportion, and variance of one population. The course also includes an introduction to probability and to linear correlation and regression. Prerequisite: MAT120 or placement examination.

Students need a basic understanding of how organizations work in order to manage their personal and professional lives. This course provides an interdisciplinary perspective on the foundations underlying all organizations (businesses, non-profit and governmental organizations) specifically as they relate to the nature of: management and leadership, economics both domestically and internationally, ethics, social responsibility, entrepreneurship, human resource management, marketing/advertising, e-commerce, information technology, accounting, investments, money and personal finances.

This course is designed to provide instruction in organization and construction of the written, technological, and oral communication used in modern business. Prerequisite: ENG207.

This course is for the student to learn about accounting as an information development and communications function that supports economic decision-making. The course will help students perform financial analysis; derive information for personal or organizational decisions; and understand business, governmental, and other organizational entities.

This course examines the fundamental analytical structure of a macro economy and familiarizes students with the problems of employment, inflation, interest rates, and business cycles. Topics include the determination of income and output, the role of fiscal and monetary policy, and the interaction of an economy with the rest of the world within a global framework.

This course is an introduction to the principles of management and their application in public and private, profit and non-profit organizations. The areas of employee motivation, group behavior, leadership, strategic planning, organizational design, and career opportunities represent a variety of subjects presented and discussed in the course. Emphasis is on the research and techniques available to assist in the development of requisite management skills.

This course examines the role of finance in relation to other business operations and within the financial community. It covers the development and use of the basic tools for financial administration, financial analysis, planning and control, investment decisions, and management of sources of funds.

This course examines the basic marketing principles practiced by modern organizations including product development, distribution, promotion, and pricing. It is the foundation course for upper-level marketing courses.

The College Success Seminar is designed to provide first year students with the academic and social skills necessary for success in the university environment. Its mission is to provide students with an introduction to the many dimensions of university life and Post University.

The course will enable students to develop their own individualized plan for personal, academic and career success. Students will engage in self-evaluation exercises and highly interactive classroom activities to evaluate their own “fit” for certain careers. Students will also participate in resume and cover letter writing activities to prepare for the experiential learning of the next course. This course will allow students to establish short-term career goals and begin a career portfolio to be refined during successive semesters.

This course is a culmination of the career and self-awareness series, a comprehensive program for career and life planning. The course prepares students for a transition from university life to independent work life. Students will learn valuable financial and money management planning and skills. Students will explore life balance issues, life roles, and self-concept as it relates to their future plans. Students will explore employment issues, such as the changing nature of work, diversity, trends, and job outlook. The course will require students to engage in networking and a job search with the goal of employment upon graduation. In addition, students who are seeking graduate school will engage in the application process, interviewing, and essay writing.

This course familiarizes students with the decision-making processes of individual economic units such as households, firms, and industries, and their interrelationships. Topics include the nature and framework of the forces of supply and demand, household behavior, and consumer choice; the behavior of the firm under different industrial structures, resource allocation, and income distribution; and international trade and comparative advantage.

This course examines the ethical issues and dilemmas which challenge the manager, the business organization, and the capitalist system. Cases, readings, and discussions serve to integrate ethical reflection with management decisionmaking.

This course is designed to help adult learners beginning their university studies to achieve academic success. Students will explore learning theories, communication strategies, and personal management skills. Adult learners will develop strategies for achieving success in school and work. Students will also be introduced to the University's institutional outcomes and learning resources.

This course presents adult development theory and links theoretical concepts of life and learning through a process of psychometric assessment and reflection. Both classical and contemporary adult development theories are examined. These theories then provide the paradigm for self-analysis and life learning, including a plan for personal, professional and academic learning.

This course presents an introduction to management theory and practice, including the inter-relatedness that the planning, organizing, leading, and controlling functions play in the multicultural, technology-driven and global organizations of the 21st century. The emphasis is on the application of management theory to real-life situations in the workplace.

This course examines the evolution and trends in digital media utilized in business. Course content and activities focus on message content and creation and the visual principles and theories that shape effective visual communication in business environment. Legal and ethical issues relating to visual communication will be introduced and incorporated into projects that develop visual literacy and visual problem-solving skills.

An introduction to current procedures and duties of public relations personnel will be studied. Students will write news releases, brochures, speeches, reports, memos, scripts, and as copy using workshop format.

The social institution of sport is examined as a microcosm of society. Consideration is given to the different levels of sport, and sports in relation to social stratification and mobility, big business, mass media, religion, race, gender, and social discrimination. Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor.

This course will acquaint the student with the methods used by producers of goods and services to determine and satisfy the wants of society. This course includes an examination of internal and external environments that impact marketing decisions, the basic elements of a marketing program and issues in ethics and social responsibility.

Every aspect of contemporary business communications - from determining what information to communicate to processing information and sharing it - depends on technology. Students will learn to compose, format, and manage business letters, memos, reports, email, and resumes. Students will use software to access information and to evaluate the quality of the information they receive. Students will create electronic presentations to communicate information.

Introduction to the principles and procedures of general financial accounting with an emphasis on reporting to individuals outside the organization. Development of accounting reports on an accrual basis.

A survey of relevant quantitative techniques commonly used in accounting, business, and information systems. Topics will vary but, typically, elementary probability theory and applications, decision theory, and linear programming are included. Prerequisite: math competency.

This course involves the study of contemporary issues of business law. The class will focus on how these legal issues influence traditional business operations, e-commerce and information technology. The course will address such topics as: business ethics, online commerce, contracts, business organizations, employment law and international law.

Introduction to national income determination and the equilibrium level of output and employment. Monetary and fiscal policies as well as open economy issues are discussed.

This course provides the foundational principles and techniques to plan, execute, and manage complex projects. Topics include workflow analysis, quality control, and performance evaluation.

A study of managing people in the workplace, focusing on the important policies and processes associated with recruiting, hiring, training, and evaluating personnel in order to achieve strategic organizational goals.

Reviews the principles of organizational structure and behavior within sport organizations. Topics include organizational policies and procedures, organizational effectiveness, communication networks, and leadership values. Prerequisite: Junior Standing or Permission of Instructor

Sport has become a major business enterprise in the United States and in much of the world. This course helps students understand the scope of the sport industry, to include identifying career opportunities in various segments of the sport industry. The course also examines the managerial process to include the functions of management, as well as the roles, skills, and attributes required of sport managers. Special attention is given to examining the unique characteristics of sport and the resulting social and ethical responsibilities of sport managers.

Sports as a subject matter is very ancient and its marketing can be traced to even its earliest days. However, as an integral portion of contemporary society, successful sporting events or seasons generally require professional marketing efforts. Utilizing the principles of management, marketing and other relevant disciplines this course will use case studies, class discussions, and projects to enhance the student's collective expertise in this area of Sports and Recreation Management.

This course is designed to introduce students to the field of advertising as a promotional force with emphasis on institutions, planning, strategic practices, and tactical decisions made by advertising executives. It will also explore the various career opportunities including account executive, media buying, copywriting, production, and research.

Study and analysis of the marketing information system. Includes the organizational characteristics of marketing research, basic tools and procedures, and management science applications.

Examination of cultural, economic, and political factors that affect marketing of goods and services worldwide. Emphasis is on adapting the marketing strategies of domestic marketers to international operations and the institutional structure that exists in international markets. Marketing strategies of firms' operations within these markets are also examined.

This course presents and analyzes the most critical issues of buyer behavior both for individual consumers and within the organizational environment. Priority is placed on the economic, psychometric, and sociometric factors that influence buyer behavior and the buyer decision process. Through analyzing and understanding buyer behavior, marketing managers can ultimately understand this process and actively influence strategic business decisions.

The course covers microeconomic topics, macroeconomic topics, and international economics topics. Microeconomic topics include the nature and method of economics, supply and demand, utility, and supply and demand elasticities. Macroeconomic topics include the measurement of national output, factors that impact output, other means of measuring national wealth and economic well-being, unemployment, inflation, GDP accounting, and business cycles. While the focus of this course is primarily on the U.S. economy, some comparative economic analysis will be covered. In addition, select topics related to international trade and finance are introduced.

This Course Is An Introduction To The Accounting Cycle And The Construction Of Financial Statements. Students Explore The Fundamental Principles And Practices Of Financial Accounting As Outlined By Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (gaap); The Steps In The Accounting Cycle From Journalizing Transactions Through The Preparation Of Financial Statements; And The Use And Interpretation Of The Balance Sheet, Income Statement, And Statement Of Cash Flows. Prerequisite: Mat 134 Or Equivalent College Algebra Course.

This course surveys the marketing mix and marketing concept; markets and buyer behavior; product, service, and relationship marketing for global competition; creating and keeping customers in an e-commerce world; branding and positioning; distribution strategies, integrated marketing communications, and pricing strategies.

This course is a comprehensive study of the legal and ethical issues of concern to business, including those areas of the U.S. legal system that are most relevant to business, such as the law of torts, strict liability, intellectual property, and contract law. It explores the role of ethics and values in business decision making, and approaches these subjects from the perspective of the stakeholders as opposed to an economic interpretation of the firm and its responsibilities.

This Course Is An Introduction To The Use Of Managerial Accounting Data In The Decision-making Process. Topics Include The Use Of Cost-volume-profit (cvp) Analysis And Relevant Costs In Decision Making, Using Budgets And The Balanced Scorecard To Evaluate Performance, Methods For Setting Prices Of Products And Services, And Analyzing Capital Investment Opportunities. Prerequisite: Acc 250.

Drawing upon real-world management situations, this course is a study of individual and group behavior in organizations through detailed coverage of the functions of management, individual differences/diversity, leadership, motivation, decision making, organizational design, and organizational change and development. Emphasis is placed on how an understanding of organizational behavior leads to effective management practice. Also PSC 420.

This course is an introduction to the practical application of descriptive and inferential statistics in business. Topics include probability, probability distributions, the central limit theorem, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression. Prerequisite: MAT 134 or equivalent college algebra course.

This Course Is A General Survey Of Financial Institutions, The Federal Reserve System, The Qualities Of A Sound Monetary System, The Theory And Value Of Money, Deposit Insurance, And Foreign Exchange. Prerequisites: Ecn 220, Acc 250, And Mat 134 Or Equivalent College Algebra Course.

This course provides an introduction to designing, planning, operating, and controlling production systems. Emphasis is on managerial concepts and strategies relating to the management of operations in both manufacturing and service environments. Quantitative and qualitative methods and tools are introduced and applied. Prerequisite: BUS 352.

This course is an overview of the business of sports, including career opportunities, as well as a study of the value of professional management to sports organizations.

This Course Is A Study Of Basic Marketing Concepts With Applications To Sports Organizations, Both Amateur And Professional. Topics Include Promotions And Public Relations, Sports Consumer Behavior, Strategic Market Planning, Marketing Information Management, Marketing Communications, And Sponsorship. Prerequisites: Mkt 301 Or Mkt 245.

This Course Is A Presentation Of The Basic Legal System, Its Terminology, And Principles As Applied To Professional And Amateur Sports. Emphasis Is On Identifying And Analyzing Legal Issues, The Ramifications Of Those Issues, And The Means Of Limiting The Liability Of Sports Organizations. Prerequisites: Bus 340 Or Bus 316.

This course provides an introduction to event planning for athletic, recreational, entertainment, and special events. An emphasis is placed on budgeting, site selection, sponsorship, and facility management.

This Is A Capstone Course In Business And Management That Includes The Gradual Development Of A Comprehensive And Integrative Business Plan. This Course Is Designed To Assist Students In Their Development As Managers, Servant Leaders, And Successful Strategic Thinkers. Management, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Global Perspectives, Law, And Political Issues Are Covered During This Course. It Is A Writing-intensive Course That Will Help Students Develop Competencies Such As Critical Thinking, Effective Communication, Leadership, And Global Awareness. Prerequisites: Fin 350, Mgt 420, Mkt 245, And Senior Status

Students will recognize communication as integral to the management, marketing, and operational goals of sport organizations at all levels. Students will also recognize the needs of professional and volunteer fundraisers in an exploration of the tools, tips, and techniques used to fundraise through solicitation, events, and grants common in the sports industry. Applying for the NCAA Matching Grant Program will be a primary learning assignment in the course.

The case study approach will be used in a critical analysis of business concepts related to decision making, leadership, ethics, communication, marketing, sponsorship, budgeting, policy development, public relations and fundraising in the sport industry

This course provides a study of the principles of personnel management including recruiting, staffing, development of human resources, maintaining a favorable work environment, compensation administration, benefits, security, and system appraisal as they apply to sport agencies. The course emphasizes the value of diversity and inclusion in human resource practices of sport organizations.

The Mentorship Experience Is Tailored To Specific Needs And Interests Of The Student. A Mentorship Is A Professional Field Experience Under The Direction Of An Approved Mentor Defined As A Trusted Counselor, Tutor, Or Coach Who Serves As An On-site Supervisor. Organizational Work Plans, Personal Development Assessments, And Career Management Activities Will Supplement Experiential Requirements. Students Are Required To Participate In 100 Contact Hours, Documented In A Weekly Log Sheets, And 30-day Activity Reports. The Mentorship Cannot Be Under The Current Scope Of Responsibilities Of An Organization In Which The Student/employee Is Assigned. The Mentor Must Be Someone Other Than The Student/employee’s Direct Supervisor. To Enroll In The Mentorship, Students Must Have Completed A Minimum Of 12 Hours Of Mba Classes With A Minimum Gpa Of 3.0 And Have A Learning Objective And Mentor Verification Form Approved By The Dean.

This course will focus on the principles underlying the development and use of financial statements with emphasis on business applications.

This course builds on the students’ knowledge of accounting concepts. The focus is on evaluation and use of accounting data for internal planning, control, and decisionmaking. Prerequisite: ACC510

This course builds on basic concepts of microeconomics, and places an emphasis on the firm’s use of limited information in an uncertain environment. A global perspective is stressed.

Financial decision making addressing the structure of capital, its cost, availability, and selection, along with management of cash flows and distributions are the focus of this course. Prerequisite: ACC512

This course reviews basic information technology and systems, discusses the importance of data, information and knowledge management in organizations, the role these play in obtaining and maintaining competitive advantages, the use of e-commerce nationally, internationally and globally and the impact of the digital divide on an increasingly global economy, the formation and appraisal of sound information systems, and issues of cyber crime and cyber ethics

This course provides an in-depth coverage of descriptive and inferential statistics. Students learn how to interpret statistical analysis and how to use statistical techniques in managerial problem solving

The focus of this class is on understanding individual behavior in organizations and on becoming a more successful team member. Problem solving through improved communication and effective management of individual and group processes is studied and practiced.

The focus of this course is the human side of enterprise. The sub-functions of human resources management, diversity in the workplace, rights of the individual, and the various legal and ethical issues in the area are addressed

This course deals with the managerial functions directly related to the production and delivery of goods and services. Topics covered include manufacturing and service organizations, facility location and layout, MRP, forecasting, scheduling, quality assurance and project management

This course deals with the management of multinational enterprises and managing in a global economy. Building on the interdisciplinary knowledge gained throughout the program, this course deals with cross-cultural issues, sociopolitical and economic concerns, and international strategic management.

This Course Brings Together The Entire Curriculum Of The Mba Program. It Integrates The Knowledge And Skills Gained In The Program Into Strategic Problem-solving Ability. Prerequisite: Acc512, Fin612

The ethical and legal issues facing managers in the public and private sectors are the focus of this course. Current issues, regulations, trade practices, and liability will be discussed.

This course will cover marketing theory and terminology. Students will be given the opportunity to apply these principles and concepts to real-world, domestic and international situations. This exploration provides students with an appreciation of the role of marketing in organizational strategic planning; an awareness of how customer behavior and decision data are collected and analyzed in the marketing planning process; and the confidence to participate with other organizational members to “connect with customers” in a variety of effective and meaningful ways

This Course Focuses On Research Methods And Tools Used By Decision Makers In Organizations. Topics To Be Covered Will Include: The Scientific Method, Primary And Secondary Data, Research Design, Reliability And Validity, Sampling Frames, And Applied Statistics Which Are Required To Make Organization Decisions. The Student Will Analyze Information Generated For And By The Organization. Prerequisite: Mat513, Mkt523