Sport Management UF Online

The acquisition of knowledge regarding the internal and external factors that influence sport in society enables students to use accepted techniques of discovery and critical thinking to solve problems, evaluate opinions and determine outcomes within the sport management area.

To earn a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management, a student must successfully complete 120 credits of prescribed coursework. Professional core courses, related option courses and specialization electives are taken during your last two years of work.

As part of the degree program, students must complete either an approved 12 credit internship in their final semester of degree program or opt for the non-internship option. The 12 credit internship is an approved 13-week internship required upon completion of all coursework. Students who declare for the non-internship option prior to the completion of semester five can replace the 12 credit internship with 12 credits of non-internship pre-approved SPM courses. Students should consult the internship coordinator or an academic advisor for more information.

The Bachelor of Science in Sport Management enables students to apply the fundamental concepts of management, marketing, finance and law to sport organizations. The acquisition of knowledge regarding the internal and external factors that influence sport in society enables students to use accepted techniques of discovery and critical thinking to solve problems, evaluate opinions and determine outcomes within sport management. They will also be able to use qualitative and quantitative analysis to assess problems and to determine solutions for sport organizations, effectively communicating these assessments in speech and in writing to internal and external constituencies.

Before Graduating Students Must

• Practically demonstrate an understanding of the critical skills needed in the planning and delivery of sport management programs, as well as successfully completing an internship experience, as assessed by the site supervisor and internship coordinator or non-internship option, as assessed by the faculty and academic advisors.
• Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

Students in the Major Will Learn to

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

Content

1. Apply sport management concepts and theories for managing sport settings.
2. Identify and explain the internal and external factors that influence and shape sport in society.
3. Apply management functions to sport business settings.

4. Explain and evaluate fundamental legal concepts including but not limited to relevant to tort, contract, and constitutional law in sport management settings.

Critical Thinking

1. Apply techniques of discovery and critical thinking to solve problems independently and collaboratively within sport management settings.

Communication

1. Develop oral, written, and digital communication skills for effective sport business presentations and documents.

Curriculum Map

I = Introduced; R = Reinforced; A = Assessed

Assessment Types

• Assignments
• Final project/course grades
• Supervisor internship evaluation and feedback

Applicants who should complete the SSAR:

• Attended a high school regionally accredited in the United States for at least three years.
• Attended a DODEA (Department of Defense Education Activity) school.

Applicants who should not complete the SSAR:

• Attended a secondary school located outside the United States for more than one semester.
• Studied a curriculum that did not follow the standard U.S. system.

Required: At least three full years of your most recent secondary school transcripts, including courses in progress (grades 9, 10 and 11 + senior schedule) in both the native language of instruction and a word for word certified English translation (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts are accepted electronically via the status Check Status page for the review process, while official transcripts and translations are required upon enrollment.

All applicants, regardless of citizenship, must demonstrate English proficiency. English proficiency examination results, such as TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test, are encouraged for non-native English speakers, but are not required for freshman admission. SAT or ACT results are required for all freshman applicants.

• A copy of your transcript for any school you have attended with the grades you have earned
• A list of your high school activities including jobs, clubs, sports, community service, etc.
• Information about your parent(s) or guardian(s), such as educational background, occupation and employer information

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You may request to begin your studies in either the Summer B or Fall term. The term requested DOES NOT affect the consideration of your application. If you are admitted, we will try to offer you the term you requested, but space limitations may mean you receive an offer for a different term.

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