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  • 3.00 Credits

    Designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge and skills related to planning, organizing, directing, budgeting, and marketing sport venues and events. Best practices for sport management will be examined in the context of professional sports; collegiate, intercollegiate, and interscholastic sports; community and youth sports; and special events and festivals. Inclusive Access Course Material (electronic book) fees may apply, see Fees tab under each course section for details. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify the basic principles and best practices in the sport management profession. 2. Demonstrate knowledge related to various careers in sport management. 3. Discuss the cultural impact of sports and the responsibility sport management has on society. FA, SP
  • 3.00 Credits

    Examines the fundamentals of tourism within the hospitality, sport, and leisure industry. The initiation and management of the commercial recreation and tourism enterprises as well as the status, operations, trends, and opportunities in hospitality are emphasized. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Discuss the historical and current dimensions and components of tourism and commercial leisure enterprises. 2. Evaluate the environmental, social-cultural, and economic impacts of the hospitality and tourism related industries. 3. Identify entrepreneurial leadership and management techniques in business ventures related to hospitality, sport, leisure, and tourism. SP
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to introduce students to the recreation and sport management industry. The historical and philosophical perspectives of sport and leisure will be discussed with a specific emphasis on service areas and career options in recreation, sport and tourism. Inclusive Access Course Material (electronic book) fees may apply, see Fees tab under each course section for details. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Discuss the history and development of the recreation and sport profession. 2. Judge the value of professional associations within the industry. 3. Discuss the roles and inter-relationships of diverse leisure service systems. 4. Discuss how leisure services enhance individual, group, and community quality if life. 5. Discuss current issues and trends in the recreation, tourism and sport profession. FA, SP
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will explore the development of knowledge related to leadership theory, group dynamics, and face-to-face leadership techniques. Students will gain an understanding of leadership theories as they are applied in a field setting. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify models of leadership (roles, functions, styles) used within the recreation and sport industries. 2. Discuss leadership techniques to enhance individual, group, and community experiences. 3. Develop leadership skills related to group dynamics, motivation, and conflict resolution. 4. Demonstrate leadership skills emphasizing group processing and facilitation techniques. Course fee required. FA, SP
  • 3.00 Credits

    Examines the conceptual and practical framework for effective design and evaluation of recreation programs and services. The total programming process is the focus including needs assessment, planning, implementation strategies and evaluation of leisure services. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs). At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe the process of needs assessment to analyze leisure behavior and decision making. 2. Design program plans including goals and objectives, planning components and strategies, and operational details. 3. Discuss implementation strategies for successful leadership and programming. 4. Outline program evaluation methods and strategies. Prerequisites: RSM 1110 or RSM 2070 or RSM 2500 (Courses can be taken concurrently or grade C- or higher). FA
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces the nonprofit sector and its role in developing cultural, economic, and social impact in society with specific focus on meeting the needs of youth, adults and underrepresented groups. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Discuss the historical and contemporary role of nonprofits in society. 2. Analyze the theoretical foundations that affect the growth of and external influences on the nonprofit sector. 3. Evaluate key issues in nonprofit governance including: public trust, leadership, and boards. FA, SP
  • 3.00 Credits

    Examines the management and operation of venues for public assembly events such as sport arenas, performing arts centers, convention centers, and open space facilities. Topics addressed include technical, financial, contractual, risk, and political implications. A full day, out of the area, field trip is required. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Examine the differences and similarities between different public assembly facilities. 2. Identify career opportunities in the event industry as well as the skills and competencies to be a successful venue manager. 3. Demonstrate how to effectively plan a special event while considering factors that contribute to, or detract from, an "experience" in event production. SP
  • 3.00 Credits

    The course provides practical knowledge and experiences as it guides students through the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation process for designing experiences through managing events and programs. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Discuss a variety of programs and services to enhance individual, group, and community quality of life. 2. Design and implement successful events and programs. 3. Demonstrate the ability to conduct and analyze participant-oriented, program-oriented and organization-oriented evaluations. Course fee required. FA, SP
  • 3.00 Credits

    Designed to expose students to special event and festival management through planning, implementation, and evaluation with a service learning approach. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply principles for planning, organizing, marketing, and evaluating events. 2. Discuss considerations in the management and presentation of an event. 3. Exhibit problem-solving and creative skills for event management. SP
  • 3.00 Credits

    Examines strategies and successful practices in special event planning with emphasis on conceptualization, strategy, analysis, and planning considerations of small-to-large scale events. Explores the interaction between attendee and the environment that enhances the event experience. Offered intermittently. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Conceptualize and develop an effective framework for planning a special event. 2. Modify and leverage environments to enhance special event experiences for patrons. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of special event planning concepts and their applications to hypothetical and real-world settings. 4. Analyze special event planning practices with industry dynamics and current trends in the industry.
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