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This course will introduce students to foundational skills and principles of sport management. Through readings, guest speakers, and applied experiences, students will explore the history of sport management, careers in sport management, and contemporary issues in sport management across a variety of sport contexts (e.g., youth, recreational, college, professional, international)

This course is designed to provide an understanding and appreciation of the significant purpose and place of health, physical education, and sport in our educational system, currently and historically. Emphasis is placed on the philosophical and sociological heritage of health, physical education, and sport, including basic concepts, problems, and issues of each in the development of our profession.

Digital media has transformed the way we consume sports. Through this course, students will examine the history, latest trends, and best practices in digital media. Students will develop skills to critically evaluate and create sport content to be consumed on the internet, social media, video and audio platforms.

Running sport facilities and planning athletic events requires understanding the complex nature of sport along with best practices in leadership, risk management, group dynamics, and event planning. Through readings, lectures, case studies, and applied experiences, students in this course will develop the skills necessary to effectively plan and execute sport events and manage athletic facilities.