General introduction to accounting principles and bookkeeping methods; the theory of debit and credit; financial statements; working papers; adjusting and closing entries. Fall semester and ADP sessions 1 and 3. 3 credits.

Voucher system; partnership; corporation; consolidated statements. Prerequisite: SBU100. Spring semester and ADP sessions 2 and 4. 3 credits.

An overview of the field of Sports Management. Includes the nature of various careers within the sports industry, and understanding of management processess. Identifies trends, current events, and innovations within the sport and fitness world and how these impact managerial decision processes. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Management problem-solving approaches of marketing. Basic marketing functions including product/service planning, distribution activities, location, logistics, promotion strategies, sales, e-commerce, advertising, and pricing techniques. Technological tools. Ethical ramifications. Cases and simulations supplement material. Fall semester and ADP session 1. 3 credits.

Basic theories in finance and accounting applied to managerial control of sport organizations. Includes forms of ownership, taxation, financial analysis, budgeting, feasibility studies, and economic impact studies. Prerequisite: SBU101. Spring semester. 3 credits.

Introduction to international business, focusing on the historical development of international trade, finance, the emergence of the multinational corporation, and conceptual frameworks within which businesses operate. Writing Intensive course. Fall and spring semesters and ADP session 1. 3 credits.

Guide to the practical application of governance principles for amateur and professional sports organizations operating at the community, state, and national levels. Presents a balanced view between accepted practices and what contemporary research evidence tells us about a range of governance principles and practices. Fall semester. 1 credit.

Study of personnel and human resources; conflict resolution techniques; structuring job descriptions and specifications; recruiting and interviewing methods; compensation evaluation; employee and labor relations situations; training and development activities; benefits management; international implementations; HRIS. Fall semester and ADP sessions 1 and 3. 3 credits. Fee.

Examines the application of the principles of promotion and marketing to the sport and fitness industry including the area of professional sports, corporate fitness, college/high school athletics, clubs, and resorts. Prerequisite: SBU220. Fall semester. 3 credits.

An introduction to the legal issues related to the administration and management of athletic and physical education programs. Critical issues include the broad area of negligence; event and facility management; participant eligibility; the First, Fourth, and Fourteenth Amendments to the Constitution; intentional torts; product liability; and contracts. The concept of risk management is emphasized throughout the course. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Students are expected to participate 12 to 15 hours per week at an approved internship site; a minimum of 120 hours for accounting majors and 240 hours for business majors. A concurrent, bi-weekly, on-campus seminar is also required which assists with the integration of theory, research, and practice. The seminar does not count toward the total hour requirement of the internship. Repeatable for credit. Permission required. Fall, spring, summer. 3-6 credits.

Provides an understanding of leadership from multiple angles and perspectives. Explores the different ways leadership has been defined and studied over the last century. Discusses similarities and contradictions among the most common leadership theories and the way that leadership has been exercised in athletic contexts. Examines leadership as exemplified by leaders in and out of the sports industry as well as the relationship between leadership and coaching. This is the capstone course for the program. Prerequisite: SBU185. Spring semester. 3 credits.

Examination of the knowledge and skills required for the business of sports communication, including interpersonal communication, small group dynamics, mass media, media relations, information and communication technologies, print communication and publishing, and oral communication; and the sports communication institutions, such as team and league media relations, college sports information offices, broadcasting venue, and public relations and advertising agencies. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Introduction to economic reasoning, terminology, and fundamental concepts. Emphasis on individual economic units, such as the household and the firm; how they affect and are affected by the various market structures existing in American capitalism. Basic algebra skills are recommended. Fall and spring semesters, and ADP sessions 1 and 4. 3 credits.

Introduction to general equilibrium analyses, in particular, the policies that influence the level of aggregate output, unemployment, and price levels. International trade analysis. SEC101 strongly recommended as prerequisite. Basic algebra skills are recommended. Fall and spring semesters, and ADP sessions 2 and 5. 3 credits.

Uses the tools of economic analysis to examine issues pertaining to professional and amateur sports, including market structures (monopoly and monopsony power) and labor markets (salary caps, collective bargaining, free agency, discrimination). Also addresses policy issues such as stadium financing, team location, and Title IX. Prerequisites: SEC101 and SEC102. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Management of all resources to maintain the desired physical and social environment. Hotel front desk operation emphasizing interpersonal relations, housekeeping, and maintenance operations; analysis of the contribution of spaces to the satisfaction of customers. Spring semester, even-numbered years. 3 credits.

Investigates the development of sports from diverse forms of games and play in American society. Emphasis in this course is on the emergence of college and professional sports during the 20th century, with attention to the growing popularity of sports at all levels and to professionalization in sports. Satisfies the U.S. Cultures requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall, spring, and summer. 3 credits.

Addresses central questions in philosophy as they relate to sport, games, and competition, offers methods to understand philosophers, and involves students in sustained written and oral reflection. Satisfies the Philosophy requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Spring semester. 3 credits.

Covers various psychological principles associated with sports. Discussions of psychological variables that hinder or enhance athletic performance. Bridges the gap between theory and real world situations. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Views sports as a microcosm of society, and examines the roles of socialization, the mass media, conformity and deviance, globalization, and race, class and gender on sports. Spring semester. 3 credits.

General introduction to accounting principles and bookkeeping methods; the theory of debit and credit; financial statements; working papers; adjusting and closing entries. Fall semester and ADP sessions 1 and 3. 3 credits.

Voucher system; partnership; corporation; consolidated statements. Prerequisite: SBU100. Spring semester and ADP sessions 2 and 4. 3 credits.

Comprehensive study of the concepts and standards of present day accounting. Examines the principles and theory for financial statement preparation and presentation with emphasis on the asset section of the balance sheet. Prerequisite: SBU101. Fall semester, evenings only. 3 credits.

Continuation of SBU202 emphasizing shareholders, creditors, and other parties. The principles and theoretical basis for the presentation of long-term investments; current, contingent and long-term liabilities; corporate equity; leases; pensions; and related accounts. Also examines the cash flow statement. Prerequisite: SBU202. Spring semester, evenings only. 3 credits.

Study of the use of accounting information in performing managerial functions including planning, controls, and cost/financial analysis. Prerequisite: SBU101. Fall and spring semesters and ADP sessions 3 and 5. 3 credits.

An introduction to the Internal Revenue Code as it affects individuals and sole proprietorships. Designed to develop basic competence in tax research, terminology, and tax calculation. Prerequisite or corequisite: SBU101. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Study of the procedures employed by Certified Public Accountants and Internal Auditors in the examination of financial statements. Ethical, statistical, and theoretical aspects of auditing are examined in context of preparation of the auditor’s report. Prerequisite: SBU203. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Study of business combinations; joint ventures and branches; consolidated financial statements; segment reporting; interim statements; financial reporting by multinational companies; bankruptcy and corporate reorganization. Pre- or co-requisite: SBU202. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Application of financial and accounting information. Topics include ratio analysis, financial projections, working capital management, capital budgeting, cost of capital, capital structure, planning and management, and dividend policy. Pre- or co-requisite: SBU203. Spring semester. 3 credits.

Process of management in both profit and non-profit organizations. Emphasis on major functions of management, with decision-making as integral part of each, including planning, organizing, leading, staffing and training, development, and marketing. Fall and spring semesters and ADP sessions 1, 2, 3, and 5. 3 credits.

Management problem-solving approaches of marketing. Basic marketing functions including product/service planning, distribution activities, location, logistics, promotion strategies, sales, e-commerce, advertising, and pricing techniques. Technological tools. Ethical ramifications. Cases and simulations supplement material. Fall semester and ADP session 1. 3 credits.

The components of the business plan and elements of operational and strategic planning as they relate to the small business, basic financial concepts, and the application in a small business environment. Spring semester, even-numbered years, evenings only. 3 credits.

Introduction to international business, focusing on the historical development of international trade, finance, the emergence of the multinational corporation, and conceptual frameworks within which businesses operate. Writing Intensive course. Fall and spring semesters and ADP session 1. 3 credits.

Study of personnel and human resources; conflict resolution techniques; structuring job descriptions and specifications; recruiting and interviewing methods; compensation evaluation; employee and labor relations situations; training and development activities; benefits management; international implementations; HRIS. Fall semester and ADP sessions 1 and 3. 3 credits. Fee.

In this capstone course students will be given the opportunity to develop their own business plan. A program of guest speakers will be coordinated to aid in these projects. Prerequisite: SBU235. Spring semester, odd-numbered years, evenings only. 3 credits.

General introduction to accounting principles and bookkeeping methods; the theory of debit and credit; financial statements; working papers; adjusting and closing entries. Fall semester and ADP sessions 1 and 3. 3 credits.

Voucher system; partnership; corporation; consolidated statements. Prerequisite: SBU100. Spring semester and ADP sessions 2 and 4. 3 credits.

Basic financial concepts and application; types of financial assets; local, state, and federal levels. Prerequisite or corequisite: SBU101. Fall and spring semesters and ADP session 5. 3 credits.

Management problem-solving approaches of marketing. Basic marketing functions including product/service planning, distribution activities, location, logistics, promotion strategies, sales, e-commerce, advertising, and pricing techniques. Technological tools. Ethical ramifications. Cases and simulations supplement material. Fall semester and ADP session 1. 3 credits.

Application of financial and accounting information. Topics include ratio analysis, financial projections, working capital management, capital budgeting, cost of capital, capital structure, planning and management, and dividend policy. Pre- or co-requisite: SBU203. Spring semester. 3 credits.

Analysis of financial problems in the life cycle of the corporation, cash budgets, financing fixed and working capital requirements, capital budgeting, cost of capital, ratio analysis, and dividend policy. Writing Intensive course. Prerequisite: SBU204. Fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.

Introduction to general equilibrium analyses, in particular, the policies that influence the level of aggregate output, unemployment, and price levels. International trade analysis. SEC101 strongly recommended as prerequisite. Basic algebra skills are recommended. Fall and spring semesters, and ADP sessions 2 and 5. 3 credits.

An overview of the theoretical foundations and principles of the communication process. Emphasis on how these essential elements apply in the professional environments (corporate, governmental, organizational, educational, sports, and entertainment), and sustain the organizational structure and dynamics. Examination of communication technologies and the social, ethical, moral, and cultural implications. Development of strong writing skills. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Introduction to principles and techniques of integrated marketing communication: situation analysis, research, objectives, strategy, tactics, scheduling, budgeting and evaluation; advertising, public relations, media relations, promotional activities, direct marketing, data mining, branding, buyer behavior, communication channel selection and message development. Spring semester and ADP session 3. 3 credits. Fee.

Development of the techniques and strategies for writing communication documents which support corporate and organizational communication programs and campaigns, including writing for external media, public relations audiences, advertising and promotions, newsletters, brochures, backgrounders, speeches, and various print and electronic applications for internal and external publics. Writing Intensive course. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Knowledge and skill development to create corporate communication print resources, including the design, development, and production of brochures, pamphlets, newsletters, and publications using desktop publishing software. Topics include typography, graphics, color, layout, publication techniques, and print industry standards. Course includes extensive computer lab experience. Fall semester. 3 credits. Fee.

Planning of external communication programs, their processes, strategies, and tactics. Individual and team projects provide experiential learning in formulation and execution of communication programs. Communication skills in researching, organizing, analyzing, planning, and presenting are applied to corporate and nonprofit scenarios, providing practical experience in creating a targeted communication program. Prerequisite: SCA195. Spring semester. 3 credits. Fee.

Intensive course in the production and use of informational resources to communicate on the internet for the corporate and organizational agenda. Students develop basic concepts and skills in designing and developing an information newsletter, including photography, computer graphics, and production and presentation techniques. Creativity and experimentation with the technologies are encouraged. Spring semester. 3 credits. Fee.

Through the use of case study, students conduct a detailed examination of the corporate communication department function, staff, and resources; the corporate communication plan; and the use of public relations as a positioning and branding strategy on a local, regional, national, and global scale. Prerequisite: SCA295. Spring semester. 3 credits. Fee.