400

This course covers identification and evaluation of research problems, interpretation of research in sport science related areas, sport management, recreation, facilities, and basic statistical analysis.

This course is designed to prepare students for a quality sport management internship. Emphasis will be placed on the process and steps prior to the internship. Internship search and inquiry, letter of interest, application and interview processes, résumés, and portfolio development, and internship requirements and procedures will be covered. Student work prior to the internship will be critical to a highly successful and rewarding internship.

This internship requires students, with the assistance of the Program Director, to locate an internship position in a sport setting. This course provides the opportunity for supervised, practical experience in the administration of the programs and the leadership skills. Students must complete 250 hours of practical experience during the semester. The internship must be arranged during the semester prior to enrollment and must be approved by the Program Director. The student must complete an application for enrollment and have an earned cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above in prerequisite courses listed in the Catalog.