Sport Management Program

Bachelor of Science Degree

Philosophy

The Undergraduate program in Sport Management is designed to provide students with both the academic foundation necessary to successfully continue on to a graduate degree in Sport Administration or to take an entry-level position in the sport industry. The program is continuously refined to aligning the curriculum with the standards forwarded by the North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM).

This two-year (junior/senior) program is designed to provide students with an introductory understanding of sport management and the various components that make up the sport industry. Although course content will mostly focus on the applied aspects of sport management, students will be required to become knowledgeable of the current literature, both applied and research based. The ability to take electives allows students to tailor their program towards their interest, whether it be business, recreation, or another discipline across campus. This program is designed and delivered as part of a general education curriculum; however the ability exists to enhance the student's practical experiences through elective internships.

Components

Sport Management Undergraduate Program of Study (.pdf)
Sport Management Undergraduate Program of Study (.doc)
Sport Management Undergraduate Program Course Outline

Core classes - Providing the essentials for knowledge of the various aspects of managing in the sport industry. These courses cover a range of NASSM/NASPE approved content areas and focus on combining theoretical understanding with practical applications for those wishing to work in the sport industry. The core classes consist of ten classes (30 credit hours).

Electives - Electives in this specialization give students the opportunity to focus on a particular area of the sport industry that interests them. There are courses specific to collegiate athletics, courses that focus on the broader industry, and socio-cultural courses focusing on current issues in the industry as a whole. For the undergraduate Sport Management program, you must complete five (15 credit hours) inside elective classes and five (15 credit hours) outside elective classes.

Practicum - Each student will have the opportunity to complete a practical experience meant to be a culminating experience, allowing the student to apply what has been learned in a 'real-life' setting. Experiences include part-time and full-time, volunteer and paid, and are in both in-town and out-of-town settings. Practicum settings have included collegiate athletic departments, intramural departments, professional sport teams, professional sport leagues, private and public sector organizations, entrepreneurial endeavors, and many more. While the practicum is not required to graduate, it is encouraged so that you can have some ‘real-life’ experience to go on your resume.

Admissions/Application Information

Sport Management Undergraduate Application

Minimum Admissions Requirements

In order to facilitate the admission of qualified students to the program, the department reviews applications submitted by March 1st 2010 for admission to the Fall 2010 term. No students will be admitted for the Spring or Summer term. In addition to submitting an application to the Sport Management program, students also need to complete and submit an application for admission to the College of Education. Students with the highest GPA as well as all required coursework will have top priority for admission. Students otherwise meeting the minimum admission requirements (2.50 GPA) will be held until the end of the application period. The admissions committee will consider all the information submitted in making admission decisions. Students with the minimum GPA are welcome to apply but are not guaranteed admission. In addition to GPA, the number of students admitted is heavily based on Departmental resources. The program typically admits 70 students annually.

Applicants must complete pre-requirement courses (9 hours) of ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PREFIXES: ACG, ADV, BUL, COM, CGS, ECO, FIN, GEB, HFT, MAR, MAN, MMC, ORI, PUR, REE, RMI, RTV, SDS, SPC, and STA

Applicants must also provide the following:

Transcripts with current GPA and copy of current class enrollment (May be a copy if FSU Admissions has official transcripts).

* The above listed are minimum requirements for consideration for admission. Admissions decisions are made on a competitive basis and meeting the minimum requirements is not a guarantee of admission.

** To ensure complete consideration of your application file, ALL of the above listed materials must be submitted prior to the stated deadline.

Other Sport Management Bachelors Information:

Sport Management Undergraduate Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.)

Sport Management Undergraduate Practicum Information

Information for Sport Management Undergraduate Double Majors

Contact

Undergraduate Advising, Graduation Checks, and Graduation Clearances:

Mark Howard
1002 Tully Gym
ugrad-advisingsm@fsu.edu
(850) 644-4813

Graduation Checks are to be completed both through the Sport Management program and the Registrar's Office during the semester the student reaches the 90-hour mark to clear the University hold on registration.

Graduation Clearances are to be completed during the semester of graduation.

Under graduate Program Coordinator:
Dr. Michael Mondello
1016 Tully Gym


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This two-year (junior/senior) program is designed to provide students with an introductory understanding of sport management and the various components that make up the sport industry. Although course content will mostly focus on the applied aspects of sport management, students will be required to become knowledgeable of the current literature, both applied and research based. The ability to take electives allows students to tailor their program towards their interest, whether it be business, recreation, or another discipline across campus. This program is designed and delivered as part of a general education curriculum; however the ability exists to enhance the student's practical experiences through elective internships. Components Sport Management Undergraduate Program of Study (.pdf) Sport Management Undergraduate Program of Study (.doc) Sport Management Undergraduate Program Course Outline Core classes - Providing the essentials for knowledge of the various aspects of managing in the sport industry. These courses cover a range of NASSM/NASPE approved content areas and focus on combining theoretical understanding with practical applications for those wishing to work in the sport industry. The core classes consist of ten classes (30 credit hours). Electives - Electives in this specialization give students the opportunity to focus on a particular area of the sport industry that interests them. There are courses specific to collegiate athletics, courses that focus on the broader industry, and socio-cultural courses focusing on current issues in the industry as a whole. For the undergraduate Sport Management program, you must complete five (15 credit hours) inside elective classes and five (15 credit hours) outside elective classes. Practicum - Each student will have the opportunity to complete a practical experience meant to be a culminating experience, allowing the student to apply what has been learned in a 'real-life' setting. Experiences include part-time and full-time, volunteer and paid, and are in both in-town and out-of-town settings. Practicum settings have included collegiate athletic departments, intramural departments, professional sport teams, professional sport leagues, private and public sector organizations, entrepreneurial endeavors, and many more. While the practicum is not required to graduate, it is encouraged so that you can have some ‘real-life’ experience to go on your resume. Admissions/Application Information Sport Management Undergraduate Application Minimum Admissions Requirements In order to facilitate the admission of qualified students to the program, the department reviews applications submitted by March 1st 2010 for admission to the Fall 2010 term. No students will be admitted for the Spring or Summer term. In addition to submitting an application to the Sport Management program, students also need to complete and submit an application for admission to the College of Education. Students with the highest GPA as well as all required coursework will have top priority for admission. Students otherwise meeting the minimum admission requirements (2.50 GPA) will be held until the end of the application period. The admissions committee will consider all the information submitted in making admission decisions. Students with the minimum GPA are welcome to apply but are not guaranteed admission. In addition to GPA, the number of students admitted is heavily based on Departmental resources. The program typically admits 70 students annually. Applicants must complete pre-requirement courses (9 hours) of ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PREFIXES: ACG, ADV, BUL, COM, CGS, ECO, FIN, GEB, HFT, MAR, MAN, MMC, ORI, PUR, REE, RMI, RTV, SDS, SPC, and STA Applicants must also provide the following: Transcripts with current GPA and copy of current class enrollment (May be a copy if FSU Admissions has official transcripts). * The above listed are minimum requirements for consideration for admission. Admissions decisions are made on a competitive basis and meeting the minimum requirements is not a guarantee of admission. To ensure complete consideration of your application file, ALL of the above listed materials must be submitted prior to the stated deadline. Other Sport Management Bachelors Information: Sport Management Undergraduate Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.) Sport Management Undergraduate Practicum Information Information for Sport Management Undergraduate Double Majors Contact** Undergraduate Advising, Graduation Checks, and Graduation Clearances: Mark Howard 1002 Tully Gym ugrad-advisingsm@fsu.edu (850) 644-4813 Graduation Checks are to be completed both through the Sport Management program and the Registrar's Office during the semester the student reaches the 90-hour mark to clear the University hold on registration. Graduation Clearances are to be completed during the semester of graduation. Under graduate Program Coordinator: Dr. Michael Mondello 1016 Tully Gym