Critical historical analysis of sport as a social structure in the U.S. Key areas of exploration include sport as a cultural product, social relations within sport, sport management structures, and contemporary social issues. Mr. Crosset

The law as it applies to professional and amateur sport organizations. In-depth analysis of contract law, tort law, constitutional law, administrative law, antitrust law, labor law, collective bargaining, and arbitration as it relates to sport. How to identify, analyze and understand legal issues, and the ramifications of those issues. Introduction to the case method of training in problem solving, the method upon which law is based. Each student makes at least one class presentation on current legal issues.

Analysis of the financial and economic issues related to the operation of public and private sport organizations. Exploration of specific areas of student interest through development of comprehensive business plans. Specific topics include: structure of sport industry; determinants of profitability; forms of ownership, tax-ation, financing, and economic impact studies. Mr. DeSchriver

Concepts of marketing applied to professional, collegiate, amateur, and corporate settings. Emphasis on strategic marketing planning, marketing communication, branding, sponsorship development and fit, and promotional strategies and activities. Mr. Gladden

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Projects, papers, or research. Must be approved and sponsored by a faculty member and approved by the chair of the curriculum committee.

An investigation of the functions of management in terms of operating and financing public assembly facilities. Includes public and private arenas, coliseums, and stadiums.