ESS 410 - Organization and Management of Sport Programs

Semester Hours: 3 (Writing Intensive)

A look at the total environment of sport management as viewed by top management within several dimensions of the sport industry. Also an overview of practical applications of management theory in the sport environment. The student will be exposed to the body of knowledge associated with a career in sport management. An analysis of effective management strategies, leadership styles, decision making, managing conflict and change, motivation of employees and volunteers and career opportunities.

Pre-requisites: GEN 112 - Composition II: Argumentation and Research, ESS 143 - Introduction to Exercise Science or ESS 144 - Introduction to Sport Studies, and junior standing.

Offered: fall.