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  • 3.00 Credits

    Develops and enhances students' knowledge and understanding of concepts and techniques of coaching and their application to achieving important objectives while working with athletes. Focuses on motivating players, skill development and progression, creating practice plans and game strategies, and managing team operations and scheduling. Offered intermittently. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to 1. Apply sport strategies and methods using a games approach for teaching technical and tactical skills. 2. Develop and illustrate schedules, tournaments, practice plans and game responsibilities. 3. Demonstrate the ability to design a conditioning program for a selected sport. 4. Understand the principles and issues related to planning, organizing, staffing, fundraising and directing functions that are commonly considered a coachis responsibilities. 5. Demonstrate techniques and the ability to recognize and solve conflict between players, parents, fans and officials.
  • 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.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Examines the contemporary issues in sport and the impact sport has on society. Topics will include the development of sport, institutions of sport, sport as a business, and socio-cultural concerns within American sports. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Discuss the cultural impact of sports on American identity. 2. Identify historical sporting evens that helped shape American society. 3. Discuss how historical events influence society's leisure and sport pursuits today. 4. Examine ethics in sports to determine appropriate approaches for recreational and sport programming. FA, SU
  • 3.00 Credits

    Provides an overview of the hospitality and tourism industry with emphasis on lodging, food and beverage operations, leisure travel markets, convention services, and hospitality trends. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Discuss the numerous career paths within the hospitality and tourism industry. 2. Discuss current trends in independently owned and chain-affiliated facilities in hospitality and tourism. 3. Demonstrate procedures applied to safety, security, and environmental issues. 4. Demonstrate skills for successful management and customer service within hospitality and tourism services. SP (even)
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