University of New England

Degree: Bachelor of Science with a major in Sport Management

College: Arts and Sciences

Department: Exercise and Sport Performance

Contact: Dr. Richard J. LaRue (Chair)  rlarue@une.edu

The Department of Exercise and Sport Performance, in its commitment to the College of Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum, has designed departmental degree curricula that reinforce the College of Arts and Sciences' core values of discovery, creativity, problem-solving, decision-making and critical thinking. The department further embraces the educational philosophy of physical education and sport: the development of the whole person through knowledge acquisition and experience that stress cognitive, affective and psychomotor outcomes. These outcomes are accomplished at UNE through a series of learning experiences that form a foundation of professional knowledge and skills.

Additionally, all students in the Department of Exercise and Sport Performance are required to complete a series of clinical experiences or internships (depending upon the degree program) that are designed for further applied learning and professional development. These closely managed experiences are an integral part of the curricula and provide opportunities for the development and reinforcement of effective interpersonal, team, and organizational skills, along with the specific skills of the degree program.

A sport management graduate of the University of New England is uniquely qualified to work in the areas of recreational and competitive sports, and exercise and sport programs; and as a management professional pursuing the activities associated with administration, supervision, and leadership. During four years of study, students learn the foundations of organizational performance, and its specific application to all areas of sport; and they apply the latest knowledge, skills and technology to facilities and program management. With the increased emphasis on maintaining healthy and active lifestyles and the evolvement of sport as an integral part of American culture, UNE sport management graduates are effective leaders prepared to improve the quality of life needed for all people in the twenty-first century.

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Students will be retained within the sport management major providing the following criteria are maintained throughout the undergraduate experience:

1. Minimum cumulative UNE GPA of 2.0.
2. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 in the business foundation of the sport management major requirements.
3. Grade point of 2.0 or better in each sport management major required course with the SPT prefix. Students who receive a grade point below a 2.0 in a sport management major required course with an SPT prefix will be required to repeat the course and earn a grade point of 2.0 or higher the next time the course is offered. A course may be repeated only once.
4. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 in sport management required courses (SPT prefix). If this GPA falls below the 2.5 in the required coursework, the student may not be allowed to begin additional coursework or internships.
5. Sport management students must hold current certification in first aid and CPR prior to enrollment in internships. (Successful completion of ATC 150 will satisfy this requirement.)

Internship Experiences
All students in sport management complete a series of internship experiences designed to expose them to the fields of sport and business and to give them progressively responsible experiences working with specialists in the field. As students move through the internships (nine credits total), they experience the application of knowledge in the internship under departmental supervision.

Minor in Sports Management
A student with a major in another department may minor in Sports Management with the approval of the Exercise and Sports Performance Department Chair. Eighteen hours of approved course work is required for the Minor in Sports Management as follows:

NOTE: Specific prerequisites are required for the above listed course work. Carefully planned sequencing is required in order to complete this minor. Select courses carefully in consultation with your academic advisor. 

Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog

This Catalog documents the academic programs, policies, and activities of the University of New England for the 2007-2008 academic year. The information contained herein is accurate as of date of publication August 1, 2007.

The University of New England reserves the right in its sole judgment to make changes of any nature in its programs, calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or desirable, including changes in course content, the rescheduling of classes with or without extending the academic term, canceling of scheduled classes or other academic activities, in any such case giving such notice thereof as is reasonably practicable under the circumstances.

While each student may work closely with an academic advisor, he or she must retain individual responsibility for meeting requirements in this catalog and for being aware of any changes in provisions or requirements.