Business Administration: Sport Management Option

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate working knowledge of the scope of the sport industry, along with professional practices of working in the sport management profession;

2. Demonstrate knowledge of the historical and philosophical foundations of the sport management profession;

3. Explain the importance of budgeting and financial management to sport-related organizations and be able to evaluate micro- and macro-economic principles as they relate to the sport industry;

4. Explain legal concepts relevant to the sport industry and evaluate situations in sport settings that may have legal implications for sport organizations, entities, or participants;

5. Explain and apply principles of mass media, communication, promotion, and public relations, particularly as they relate to sport management;

6. Communicate effectively and professionally via presentation and public speaking opportunities, and in writing to internal and external audiences;

7. Explain the importance of and the procedure for organizing the workplace and defining tasks, responsibilities, and relationships.

For more information on the program, contact Professor Todd Degree at TDegree@gatewayct.edu.