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Physical Education Teaching
Degree Program 		  Sport Administration
Degree Program

2008-2011
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Sport Administration Option
Program Curriculum

The Graduate Sport Administration program is a 36-credit curriculum that enables students to select either the thesis or non-thesis option. Both options are comprised of Required Research Courses and Required Core Courses. The non-thesis option also requires six credits of additional Elective Courses.

The curriculum is approved by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) and the North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM).

Thesis Option
The thesis option encompasses six credits of Research Courses and the successful completion of a master’s thesis, under the direction of a graduate faculty chair and a thesis committee. Students interested in completing a thesis are encouraged to discuss their interest with the Program Director.
   
Credits
EFN 730 Introduction to Research
3
EFN 735 Interpretation of Statistical Data
3
ESS 799 Research: Master’s Thesis
6
   
Non-Thesis Option
The non-thesis option encompasses six credits of Research Courses and a written comprehensive exam. Students selecting the non-thesis option must complete an additional six credits of elective courses as part of the program curriculum.
   
Credits
EFN 730 Introduction to Research
3
EFN 735 Interpretation of Statistical Data
3
  OR  
ESS 752 Assessment of Physical Education and Athletics
3
Written Comprehensive Exam
n/a
   
Additional Coursework
Required Core Courses
   
Credits
ESS 545 Planning Facilities in Physical Activity and Sport
3
ESS 702 Sport Administration
3
ESS 738 Financial Management for Sport Programs
3
ESS 739 Current Issues in Sport Law
3
ESS 754 Sport Marketing
3
ESS 788 Internship in Sport Administration
6
   
Select ONE of the following Courses:
ESS 749 Psychological Aspects of Sport
3
ESS 760 Problems in Athletics
3
ESS 766 Sport in American Culture
3
   
Electives Courses
Courses related to the field of Sport Administration with prior approval of the Program Director. Practical experience and/or independent study are applicable and encouraged.
6 credits = Non-Thesis Option
   
Total 36 credits
   

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