Foundations of Sports Leadership

Catalog description

This course serves as a study of concepts within sports leadership. The course provides students a historical account of sports and sports leadership as well as the opportunity to examine those factors important to understanding the foundations of sports leadership. Students will examine key areas to include leadership theories and styles, effective communication, and the relationship between leadership, management, and coaching as it applies to different organizational frameworks. Additionally, students will evaluate and analyze the relationship between motivation, empowerment, and emotional intelligence and how and why these factors contribute to effective sports leadership.