KIN 2000 - Going Pro: A Student of Management Practices in Sport

Credits: 2
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the basic organizational and business practices of the sport, fitness, and leisure industries. The content areas include Professional, Olympic, and intercollegiate athletics, as well as the exercise/fitness promotional business sector. This course is intended to provide a foundational knowledge necessary  for the sports management minor. The focus is on principles and practices for effective sports management. Concepts include planning, organization, leadership and control in sports  organizations. In addition to the texts, required reading and lectures, travel to and participation in the annual NCAA meetings as well as off campus sports sites in the Baltimore/Washington area is required.

 
Note: Registration in a study tour does not guarantee participation. The faculty leader for the study must provide final approval for all registered students to participate. By registering for this class you agree to allow the Office of Student Affairs to review and approve your student record along with the faculty instructor of the class.  Your enrollment in this class is not final until Student Affairs and the faculty instructor for the class approve your registration.
McDaniel Plan: January Term; Experiential