| SFM 6604 |
Measurement and Evaluation in Sport &
Fitness Management (3) |
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The course discusses the proper selection
and application of tests and measurements in
sport and fitness management. Practical and
economical tests used by the sport and fitness
managers will be examined. |
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| SFM 6610 |
Physical Education, Sport and the Law
(3) |
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The course is designed to provide students
an awareness and understanding of basic
legal responsibilities of sport managers and
coaches. |
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| SFM 6615 |
Sport Administration (3) |
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The study of the basic concepts, theories and
organization of administration including
financial management as applied to sport,
physical education, recreation, and intramurals. |
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| SFM 6616 |
Sport Finance (3) |
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This course is designed to provide students
with information concerning advanced theory
in finance, accounting, and managerial
control of budgets. |
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| SFM 6617 |
Readings in Sport and Fitness Management
(3) |
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An independent exploration of the literature
and current research in sport and fitness
management. |
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| SFM 6620 |
Physical Fitness: A Critical Analysis (3) |
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The course involves an examination of the
effects of physical activity on various fitness
and health parameters by reviewing current
research studies. Students will be introduced
to methods of evaluating one's fitness
level and the proper prescription guidelines. |
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| SFM 6623 |
The Biomechanics of Sports Techniques
(3) |
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The course explores the basic biomechanical
concepts and their application in the analysis
of sport technique. |
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| SFM 6625, 6626, 6627 |
Specialized Study in SFM (1-3)
Study of problem or problems using research
technique. Selection of problem must
be approved by student's adviser, instructor
under whom the study is to be made, and the
appropriate Director of Graduate Studies.
The study should contribute to the student's
program. Preparation of a scholarly paper is
required and may involve an oral defense.
Total credit for any combination of enrollments
in these courses may not exceed six
semester hours. A specialized study may be
substituted for a required course only once
in a student's program. See semester hour
limits listed under Course Restrictions in
General Regulations section. |
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| SFM 6632 |
Critical Issues in Sport and Fitness Management
(3) |
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This course focuses on the recognition, discussion, and systematic analysis of controversial
issues and problems encountered in
the conduct of professional activities in
sport, fitness, health and physical education. |
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| SFM 6640 |
Sport Marketing (3) |
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The purpose of this course is to teach the
sports manager how to create a marketing
plan. The emphasis is on following a tenstep
procedure designed primarily for the
non-profit sector and learning the theoretical
base required to complete the process accurately
and proficiently. |
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| SFM 6650 |
Nutrition and Physical Performance (3) |
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The course will examine the special dietary
requirements of athletes, the importance of
pre- and post-event nutrition, potential nutritional
problems encountered by athletes and
possible ergogenic foods and drugs. |
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| SFM 6670 |
Exercise and Disease Prevention (3) |
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This course examines the scientific evidence
in support of the beneficial effect of regular
physical activity on reduced mortality from
all causes - from diseases such as cardiovascular
diseases, non insulin dependent diabetes
mellitus and colon cancer, and from conditions
such as obesity and high blood pressure. |
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| SFM 6671 |
Exercise Through the Lifespan (3) |
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This course will survey the effects of exercise
and training programs on the growth
and development of children and adolescents.
It will also explore the effects of exercise
on the physiological and psychological
aspects of aging. |
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| SFM 6672 |
Sport Psychology (3) |
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The course is designed for the student with a
vocational interest in athletic coaching
within the educational environment. Psychological
theories will be applied to the teaching
of sports skills and the development of
individuals into efficient team units. |
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| SFM 6673 |
Ethics in Sport (3) |
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The course examines ethical matters and
issues relating to sport and physical activity. |
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| SFM 6674 |
Entrepreneurship in Sport (3) |
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The course provides students with an awareness
and understanding of basic concepts
and problems in starting a business. |
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| SFM 6680, 6681, 6682 |
Practicum in Sport and Fitness
Mgt. (1-9)
A supervised application of the concepts,
principles, and skills acquired by the |
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students
in previous course work. Problems in
the area of financial management, personnel
supervision, fitness management, sport management,
and curriculum development will
be identified. Students will explore and identify
alternative solutions to problems
through group interactions. |
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| SFM 6690 |
Internship (3) |
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A 400-hour supervised experience in planning,
staging and evaluating a formal practicum
in related field. |
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| SFM 6691 |
Research Methods in Sport and Fitness
Management (3) |
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This course examines the variety of research
methods and reporting methods used in sport& fitness management research. |
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| SFM 6695 |
Thesis (3) |
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The thesis must be related to an educational
problem or situation within sport and fitness
management. Information regarding the
thesis program may be obtained from the
Dean of the Graduate School. |
