SMGT 480Sport Management Seminar

Catalog

The sport management seminar is designed as a capstone course and provides an overview of the current and critical issues faced by sport organizations. Emphasis will be placed on the issues confronting sport managers as they operate businesses while also presenting the students with an understanding of the basic tenets of sport policy and governance. The course will use case studies to explore and analyze current issues and concepts from earlier coursework in the field. A senior thesis, focusing on the student's area of interest, is required. Students will be guided through the process of designing individual works, conducting tests/measurements, and analysis and interpretation of results. The seminar is designed and recognized as an intensive writing course. Also, successful completion of the Sport Management Comprehensive Exit Exam is required to pass the course.