3.00 Credits
This course includes a study of contemporary sports management theories and an analysis of the four basic sports management functions: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Students will learn how to use these functions for establishing and accomplishing business objectives, particularly related to event and facilities management. Students will build skills and gain insight into behavioral issues to more effectively manage and lead in the sport industry while articulating the vision and ethical climate for organizational effectiveness. Areas of investigation include management theories and functions, global perspectives, organizational environment, motivation, leadership, communication, decision-making, human behavior, operations, and social responsibility. Prerequisites: "C" or better in SPTM 101. Three credit hours.
Prerequisite:
SPTM 101