22 courses with the subject SMGT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
SMGT 11000Introduction to Sport Management (NLA)
Investigation of the scope of the sport industry and introduction into the field of sport management. Emphasis on basic management skills necessary to operate sport organizations and introduction to career opportunities in the sport management field. Exploration of policy elements, missions, structure, and function of sport governing bodies including college sport, pro sport, and Olympic sport. (F-S,Y) 4 Credits
An analysis of sport in an international context; uses sport as a way to examine the impact of colonization and the influence of western culture on the global community. The economics, history, and culture of each region are explored to understand how sport impacts individuals and societies around the globe. Problems/issues faced by international sport managers are introduced by discussing international sport case studies. Prerequisites: 1 class in SMGT, MGMT, MKTG, BINT, ACCT, FINA, SPME. (IRR,U,W) Attributes: DV, LAGC, SO3 Credits
An analysis of sport in an international context; uses sport as a way to examine the impact of colonization and the influence of western culture on the global community. The economics, history, and culture of each region are explored to understand how sport impacts individuals and societies around the globe. Problems/issues faced by international sport managers are introduced by discussing international sport case studies. Prerequisites: One course in ACCT, BINT, FINA, MGMT, MKTG, SMGT, SPME. (IRR) 2 Credits
Explores the historical development, existing structure, various challenges, and current debates surrounding college athletics in the US. Special emphasis on current issues affecting college athletics. Prerequisites: 1 class in Business or Sport Media (ACCT, BINT, FINA, MGMT, MKTG, SMGT, SPME). (IRR) 2 Credits
SMGT 22000Current Issues in Professional Sport (LA)
Exploration of the various elements of the professional sports industry. Students will examine aspects that span the entire industry, as well as study the development and current challenges of the most signification and relevant leagues. Special emphasis is given to social and culture impact of professional sport on athletes, fans, families, communities and society. Prerequisites: One class in ACCT, BINT, FINA, MGMT, MKTG, SMGT, SPME. (IRR) Attributes: SO3 Credits
Explores various elements of the professional sport industry. An examination of aspects that span the entire segment of professional sport, as well as current challenges in the most significant and relevant leagues. Prerequisites: 1 class in Business or Sport Media (ACCT, BINT, FINA, MGMT, MKTG, SMGT, SPME). (IRR) 2 Credits
An application of economic principles to a wide range of issues within the realm of professional and amateur sport including the analysis of labor markets in sport and the organization of sports organizations. Fields of study include game theory, labor economics, public finance, industrial organization, and the economics of information. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000 and ECON 12000. (IRR) 2 Credits
Investigation into the area of sport agency, including NCAA eligibility rules, FIBA agent procedures, and legal principles. Students will get a first-hand experience dealing with everyday negotiations that sport agents deal with throughout the realm of sport through mock negotiations as well as in-depth case studies. Prerequisites: 1 class in Business or Sport Media (ACCT, BINT, FINA, MGMT, MKTG, SPME, SMGT). (IRR) 2 Credits
From off-field athlete misconduct to international mega-event bidding scandals, leaders in the rapidly changing sport industry constantly need to adapt and respond. Topics will include current business, legal, ethical, marketing and culture crises in sport. Particular emphasis is placed on solutions and strategies for the sport management and marketing professionals. Prerequisites: 1 class in ACCT, BINT, FINA, MGMT, MKTG, SMGT, SPME. (IRR) 2 Credits
Supervised work experience in amateur or professional sport agencies and community sport organizations. Student assumes a leadership role in various job-related activities and performs administrative tasks in support of such activities under an experienced agency supervisor and faculty sponsor. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000. (F,S,U,W) 1-12 Credits
In-depth analysis of the legal issues facing the management of the sports industry, including how law is applied to amateur and professional sports organizations. Topics include intentional torts and negligence; gender equity, and other forms of discrimination; risk management; selected current legal issues impacting sport organizations. Emphasis is on management perspectives. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000. (F,S,IRR) Attributes: LSCO4 Credits
Examination of the development, history, and legal aspects of the labor movement in sport. Discussion of collective bargaining process in sport and the impact that court cases, antitrust law, and arbitration decisions have had on professional sports. Analysis of resolutions to specific labor problems through simulated negotiations. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000 or SMGT 20700; junior standing. (F or S,Y) 3 Credits
Examination of the concepts and principles of marketing and promotion as applied to the unique aspects of the sport industry. Analysis of the relationship between sport marketing and public relations strategies that are employed by the sport manager. Included are practical marketing/promotional strategies and activities that can be applied in real-life sport organizations to enhance the revenue generation efforts of the organization. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000; MKTG 31200; WRTG 10600, ICSM 10800, ICSM 11800, or equivalent. (F,S) Attributes: WI4 Credits
SMGT 33500Sport Event and Facility Management (NLA)
Develops the competencies necessary to plan, manage and operate sport, recreation, fitness, and public assembly facilities. Facility topics include: scheduling, risk management, purchasing, design and funding of new facilities, sustainability, economic feasibility, revenue sources. In addition, the conceptual and technical aspects related to the development, operation, and marketing of sport-related events will be addressed in depth to include planning and implementing actual events. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000 or SMGT 11001. (F,S) 4 Credits
An exploration of the concept of “sustainability” within the context of the sport industry. Students will be exposed to contemporary ways of thinking about sustainability, incorporating various perspectives from business to sociology. Students will be given the opportunity to follow their own interests within the broader topic of sustainability to develop projects relevant to their future goals and aspirations. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000 and WRTG 10600, ICSM 10800 and Two 200 (or higher) level courses in ACCT, BINT, FINA, MGMT, MKTG, SPME, SMGT. (Y) Attributes: WI4 Credits
SMGT 38000Applied Sport Event Management: Super Bowl (NLA)
Experiential sport event management class involving the application of principles, best practices and prevailing theories of sport event management. Students will be directly involved in the operation of the NFL Super Bowl. Students must have instructor approval and will be required to work on site for a minimum of 5 days. Instructor approval is required. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000; SMGT 33500. (S) 2 Credits
SMGT 38100Applied Sport Event Management: NCAA Championship (NLA)
An experiential sport event management class involving the application of principles, best practices, and prevailing theories of sport event management. Students will be directly involved in the operation of an NCAA Division I Championship. Students must have instructor approval and will be required to work on site for a minimum of 5 days. Instructor approval is required. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000. (IRR) 2 Credits
Intensive analysis of consumer habits and trends, linked with strategies to develop, activate, and manage sport sponsorships and related sales promotions. Students build on previous knowledge of marketing to apply sales techniques to maximize revenue generation. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000; SMGT 32600. (Y) 4 Credits
Designed to develop a student's understanding of how to manage a cross-section of digital channels to market in the sport industry, topics include the utilization of the websites, eCommerce, social, and mobile platforms in sport marketing. The importance of data analysis in digital marketing, the development of a sport organization's multi-dimensional digital presence, and the interactivity of the branded experience are analyzed. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000; MKTG 31200; SMGT 32600. (IRR) 2 Credits
SMGT 41000Contemporary Issues in Sport Management (LA)
Analysis of current issues across the sport industry and an in-depth look at how sport serves power centers in society, and contributes/challenges race, class, age, sexuality, disability, and gender logic in US culture. Integrates aspects of sport economics, marketing, law, sociology, leadership, and ethics to provide context for future leaders of sport organizations. Additional focus on exploring practical diversity solutions as well as the implications of ethical managerial decision-making. Prerequisites: 8 credits in SMGT. (IRR) Attributes: DV4 Credits
Integrates the various disciplines studied in sports management to develop strategic management plans. Examines strategic positions taken by leaders of actual sport organizations. Provides students opportunities to develop managerial decision-making and leadership skills. Prerequisites: SMGT 11000; SMGT 31500; SMGT 32600; senior standing; sport management concentration. (F,S,Y) Attributes: CP3 Credits
SMGT 49800Internship with Academic Enhancement: Sport Management (NLA)
Supervised work experience in amateur or professional sport agencies and community sport organizations. Student assumes a leadership role in various job-related activities and performs administrative tasks in support of such activities under an experienced agency supervisor and faculty sponsor. Prerequisites: Junior standing; completion of appropriate principles course; minimum cumulative GPA of 2.70; Business-Link Professions Workshops 1,2,3; completion of School of Business internship application; and permission of instructor. Pass/Fail only. (F,S,Sum, W) 1-6 Credits
