Georgia Perimeter College Faculty Senate New Course

of 7 Georgia Perimeter College Faculty Senate New Course Title of Proposal: PHED 2200 Introduction to Sport Management Number: Date Submitted: Date approved: Initiator and Place of Origin: Bonnie Young, Elaine Bryan, Department of Physical Education Date Approved by Curriculum Committee: March 19, 2010 Course Curriculum Chair(s): [sign if committee agrees; attach comments] Proposal connected with other Proposal(s), #(s): Sport Management Program of Study & PHED 2220 Sociology of Sport Implementation date of the Proposal: Spring 2011 The (Name of Campus) Campus Faculty Senate has reviewed this proposal. Signed: Date: (Campus Chair) The (Name of Campus) Campus Library Director has reviewed this proposal. (Only required for new courses, programs, or curriculum) Signed: Date: (Library Director) The (Name of Discipline) Academic Dean has reviewed this proposal. Signed: Date: (Academic Dean) This Proposal has met Senate procedural requirements and is ready for Senate review and action. Signed: Date: (Faculty Senate Chair)

of 7 Georgia Perimeter College Faculty Senate New Course Course Title: Introduction to Sport Management Course Abbreviation and number: PHED 2200 Credit Hours: 3.0 Contact Hours per Week: Type of Course: Lecture [ X ] Lab [ ] Clinic [ ] Other Lecture Hours: Lab Hours: Clinic Hours: Other: A. Rationale The proposal of a Sport Management Program of Study includes an Introduction to Sport Management course and the creation of PHED 2200 Introduction to Sport Management would meet a requirement of Area F in the Sport Management Program of Study. The administrative implementation of the program is an easy transition wherein no additional faculty is needed to teach the course. This course will offer a comprehensive introduction to the sport management industry. From the basic knowledge and skill sets of a sport manager to the current trends and issues of the sport management industry, this course will provide a foundation for students as they study and prepare for a variety of sport management careers. This course will teach students how to apply their new knowledge and skills to any segment in the sport industry from high school to the international arena. Students will gain a solid understanding of sport management structures and learn to apply principles such as sport ethics to the many segments and support systems of the industry. B. Criteria (Answer each of the following questions yes, no, or not applicable. A short explanation may be included where necessary.) 1. Are the objectives of the institution met? Yes 2a. Have you discussed this proposal with the Library Director of at least one campus? Yes 2b. Does that Library Director agree that library holdings are adequate to support this course? (If not, attached plan for correcting deficiencies.) Yes 3. Will suitable space for classrooms and labs be available? Yes 4. Can the course be scheduled in the near future? Yes 5. Will the course appear in the catalog and the schedule? Yes 6. Is a textbook needed for the course? Yes 7. Is a textbook available for the course? Yes

of 7 8. Will this course require hiring new personnel? No 9. Does the course overlap with any other course/program? No 10. Will the course transfer to the senior colleges and universities? Yes 11. Has the need for the course been adequately demonstrated? Yes(A description of the methods and results of marketing techniques to determine sufficient enrollment to justify the course may be inserted at the end of this document.) 12. Will the addition of this course affect the present balance within the department or between departments? No 13. Have the budgetary implications of this change been assessed? (Insert a five year budget plan at the end of this document.) Yes **no budget impact resulting from this course** 14. Is the course compatible with the core curriculum? Yes 15. Has this proposal been discussed with the Academic Deans? Yes 16. Has a separate Senate proposal been completed to insert the new course into a program of study? Yes C. Other Questions 1. Approval of this course would necessitate a deletion of the following course(s): None 2. This course may apply toward graduation in the following programs: A.S. Sport Management 3. This course would be taught on the following campus(es): Clarkston, Decatur, Dunwoody, Newton 4. In what discipline must an instructor be SACS qualified in order to teach this course? Kinesiology; Physical Education; Sport Management; or Recreation and Leisure Studies 5. To which area of the core curriculum would this course apply? Area F 6. Is this course a required course or an elective course in that area? Required 7. Is this course offered at other USG institutions? Yes 8. Should the grade mode be institutional or normal/transferable? Transferable 9. In which GPA calculations will the course count? CPC A = 4.0 10. Can students audit the course? Yes 11. Will this course satisfy a CPC deficiency? No 12. Will this course follow the normal class meeting times and schedule? If not, what type of class meeting times and schedule will it follow? Yes 13. Specify prerequisites, co-requisites, approval of department chair and appropriate Learning support and ESL requirements.

of 7 D. Briefly describe how this course will help meet the objectives of the College. This course provides additional stability to the current Physical Education Curriculum.

of 7 E. Common Course Outline GEORGIA PERIMETER COLLEGE DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION COMMON COURSE OUTLINE PHED 2200 INTRODUCTION TO SPORT MANAGEMENT COURSE ABBREVIATION PHED 2200 CREDIT HOURS 3 COURSE TITLE INTRODUCTION TO SPORT MANAGEMENT CATALOG DESCRIPTION Introduces students to the meaning of sports management in terms of its scope, foundations, issues, and future trends. Examines the job responsibilities and competencies required of sport managers in a variety of sports, or sport-related organizations. Also provides the student with an overview of the different facets and career opportunities available in the field of sport management. Required Text Textbook is available for this course EXPECTED EDUCATIONAL RESULTS PHED 2200 provides the individual student with an overview of the structure of the sports industry and highlights the scope and variety of career opportunities in that area. Upon completion of the course, the student will: 1. Recognize the broad scope of industry settings and career opportunities with the Sport Management field; 2. Demonstrate an understanding of the foundations of the field including the historical and business perspectives; 3. Examine and evaluate amateur and professional sport opportunities and develop an understanding of the expectations of sport managers in these areas; and 4. Develop written, oral, and communication skills. GENERAL EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES I. Students develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in the following ways: i. Develop speaking skills through peer group activities, class discussions, and oral presentations;

of 7 ii. Develop listening skills through note taking in class, responding to oral and technical presentations, and from peer group activities in class; iii. Develop reading skills through comprehension of textbook materials and the evaluation of secondary sources; and iv. Develop their writing skills by planning and revising short reports and essays. II. Students demonstrate effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the following ways: i. Analysis of case studies and demonstration of the proper strategies for litigation avoidance; ii. Learn basic sports legal terminology; and iii. Create a valid sports management contract. COURSE CONTENT 1. What is Sport Management? 2. History of Sport Management 3. Management Principles Applied to Sport 4. Legal Principles Applied to Sport 5. Ethical Principles Applied to Sport 6. Collegiate Sport 7. Professional Sports Organizations 8. Sports Communications Broadcasting 9. Recreation and Facility Management 10. Event Management 11. Sport Agencies 12. Sporting Goods Industry and Licensed Apparel 13. Health Fitness Industry 14. Income Disparity in Sport 15. Sports Information/Public Relations 16. International Sport 17. Sport Tourism ASSESSMENT OF EXPECTED EDUCATIONAL RESULTS A. COURSE GRADE Tests and a final exam prepared by individual instructors will be used to determine part of the course grade. Instructors may also require special projects appropriate to the subject matter. B. DEPARTMENTAL ASSESSMENT The departmental assessment will be conducted every three years in the following manner: 1. All students in all sections will be required to complete a common written final exam containing questions related to the expected educational results.

of 7 2. Additionally, all students will be required to complete one short-answer essay question. 3. An item analysis will be completed on the test items administered and a representative sample of the short-answer essay questions will be reviewed by a committee of at least three full-time faculty members who teach the course. USE OF ASSESSMENT FINDINGS A departmental committee will review the item analysis to determine: 1. If the test questions were appropriate for assessing the desired educational outcomes. 2. If the level of student success was achieved. 3. If a revision of course instruction to improve student s achievement is needed. 4. A specific time line for implementation of recommended changes.