Sport Management, B.S.
Sport management as an academic field prepares students for employment in the sport industry. The degree offers students opportunities to study managerial concepts while learning how to become transformational leaders in the business and culture of sports. It is an exciting and diverse discipline that draws from many fields 的研究.
学生 are admitted directly into this program.项目概述
This major is designed to address the unique position of sport in the 全球经济. Sport management students acquire knowledge and skills to work in a wide-ranging sport industry and are prepared to pursue graduate degrees, if they desire.
Sport management majors receive a Bachelor of 科学 degree; students are encouraged to pursue a related minor. 此外， certificate in sport coaching is available.
Why Study Sport Management at Grand Valley?
- Opportunities to work and intern for the best: Grand Rapids was ranked the #1 minor league sports city in the USA by Sports Business Journal.
- GVSU is home to 14 Learfield Directors' Cups, ranking it one of the top schools each year in NCAA Division II athletics.
- A majority of faculty members have worked in the industry bringing real-world experiences to the classroom.
- The combination of coursework and experiential learning accommodates the diverse professional preparation needs of undergraduate students.
- Additional opportunities include volunteer and internship experiences locally, nationally, and internationally, to better prepare students for the professional workplace.
职业生涯的见解
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课程
The goal of the core curriculum in sport management is to provide students with a broad theoretical and conceptual foundation in the field of sport management. The curriculum is designed to develop knowledge and skills in management, marketing, communication, and legal and ethical concepts, as well as psychological and sociological 体育的各个方面.
学生 are encouraged to become involved while on campus through volunteer and internship experiences as well as membership in the Sport Management Club. The Sport Management Club provides students with an opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in the various segments of sport management. Club members participate in campus and community projects, learn about different sport careers from industry professionals, and attend student trips to sport facilities and 会议. Meetings are held regularly and are open to all GVSU students.
Combined Degree 项目
Many GVSU undergraduate programs can be combined with an existing master’s degree program to save on tuition and get you into the 员工更早. On average, you can save $8,500 by pursuing a combined degree and take up to four fewer courses than if earning the degrees separately.
Talk with an advisor about how you can build your combined degree from existing programs to further personalize your education and create your own niche area of expertise.
REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE
Hands-on learning and other fieldwork not only deepen your mastery of your discipline but also give you the edge employers seek. Visit our experience matters page to see the work GVSU students are doing in their co-ops and internships.Admission Requirements
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For 更多的 Information
Department of Movement 科学乔恩·科尔斯博士.D., Program Coordinator
4421 Kindschi Hall of
科学
(616) 331-3515
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博天堂官方.edu/sportmanagement