SAM-600 Strategic Leadership of Sports Organizations (3)

This course covers the principles of managing a sports organization and provides a broad overview of the sports business marketplace, including the financial and accounting acumen necessary for success. Students are introduced to various types of sports organizations (municipal recreation, athletic governance, amateur sport, college athletics, international sports, and professional sports) and topics such as fiscal and budgetary control, ownership, and day-to-day operations. Students explore significant issues facing the sports industry and learn the techniques, tools, theories, and attributes required in sports leadership and management. Grading: A-F only. Restriction: OGPS Program: Online.