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Sport Management Major

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The Bachelor of Arts in Sport Management focuses on core concepts in kinesiology, exercise and sport management. This program prepares students to enter the work force in a number of sport management areas including, facility management, sports marketing and fitness center management.

In this program, students learn business and sport theory and have numerous opportunities to bridge theory into practical applications.

The Bachelor of Arts in Sport Management focuses on core concepts in kinesiology, exercise and sport management. This program prepares students to enter the work force in a number of sport management areas, including facility management, sports marketing and fitness center management.

In this program, students learn business and sport theory and have numerous opportunities to bridge theory into practical applications.

Students can also participate in the Concordia Health Alliance for Majors in Physical Education & Kinesiology (CHAMP) club by attending professional conferences, sponsoring club events and by participating in service-learning opportunities.

Concordia’s convenient location gives students access to internships with a variety of local organizations, such as the Minnesota Twins, Timberwolves, Vikings, Wild, St. Paul Saints, area hospitals, local, regional and national fitness and wellness companies (Acceleration Minnesota, Gold's Gym, YMCA and YWCA).

Careers in Sport Management more

1)       Intercollegiate Athletics

  • Athletic Director
  • Coaching
  • Sports Information
  • Compliance
  • Development

2)      Professional Sport

  • Ticket Sales
  • Corporate Sponsorships
  • Advertising
  • Promotions

3)      Sport Facility and Event Management

4)      Public Relations

  • Community Relations
  • Public Relations

5)      Sport Marketing and Finance

1)       Intercollegiate Athletics

  • Athletic Director
  • Coaching
  • Sports Information
  • Compliance
  • Development

2)      Professional Sport

  • Ticket Sales
  • Corporate Sponsorships
  • Advertising
  • Promotions

3)      Sport Facility and Event Management

4)      Public Relations

  • Community Relations
  • Public Relations

5)      Sport Marketing and Finance

Success in Sport Management more

"The value of a Concordia education is priceless. The University and its professors have made a significant difference in my life. The Kinesiology program was very interesting and the professors were very knowledgeable."

 Antwon Williams ’08

Kinesiology major (BA Exercise Science)

Coach and Paraprofessional at John Glenn Middle School

"The value of a Concordia education is priceless. The University and its professors have made a significant difference in my life. The Kinesiology program was very interesting and the professors were very knowledgeable."

 Antwon Williams ’08

Kinesiology major (BA Exercise Science)

Coach and Paraprofessional at John Glenn Middle School

Course for Sport Management Major

KHS-125 Introduction to Kinesiology

This course provides an introduction to the sub-disciplines of the field of Kinesiology. At the conclusion of the course, students will have an understanding of the various sub-disciplines of Kinesiology and the current issues present in these sub-disciplines, and be award of available employment and graduate school opportunities.
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KHS-220 Epidemiological Foundations Available online

This course is designed to provide students with a historical background in epidemiological studies. The course is also designed to expose students to the principles and concepts necessary for understanding the basics of epidemiological activity and classical epidemiological investigations. By applying knowledge from a range of disciplines, epidemiologists are able to more adequately study disease, wellness and other health-related events in populations. The ultimate goal of this course is to
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KHS-250 Technology, Media & Your Envir Available online

This course is designed to provide students with knowledge of technological advancements in health, and investigate the influence of media and how our environment affects health. Students will be asked to conduct research on all three topics, analyzing data, summarizing findings and developing opinion statements concerning all three areas. Class discussion and participation is essential to student success in this course. (Prerequisite: KHS110)
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KHS-390 Sport Management

Sport Management theories and practices will be examined using a multi-disciplinary approach. Topic areas to be examined include: organization and management, marketing and promotion, special event management, facility management and design, management forecasting, and career opportunities.
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KHS-391 Law & Sport

This course is an overview of legal aspects relevant to managers in the sport and recreation environment. Areas of study include tort law, contract law, constitutional law, legislation and administrative law related to the operation and administration of sport, recreation and athletic programs. Risk management strategies and sport management applications of legal issues are also addressed.
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KHS-392 Mktg & Fundraising in Sports

Sport marketing and fundraising presents an overview of the various techniques and strategies used in meeting the and needs of consumers in the sport industry as well as understanding how sport can be used to assist in the marketing of other companies and products. Areas to be addressed are the uniqueness of sport marketing, an overview of the segments of the sport industry, the importance of market research and segmentation in identifying the right sport consumer, the use of date-based
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KHS-393 Planning & Managing Sport Fac

This course helps students understand how to plan, design, and maintain sport facilities. In addition, event management and programming will be examined within the context of stadium and arena management.
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KHS-400 Health Psychology Available online

KHS400 Health Psychology is designed to help students learn those skills necessary in forging a bridge between the client-learner's thoughts, feelings and actions by integrating thought and behavior into one synergistic approach to the delivery of health education that can accommodate the whole person. Cognitive techniques, such as lecture discussion, readings, presentations, collection of data, and specific planning combined with the behavioral components of emotion and action will help in
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KHS-436 Motor Dev,Contrl & Motor Learn Available online

This course examines the growth and development patterns of the child from infant, adolescence, adulthood, and through late adulthood. The purpose of the course is to enhance student insight into the fundamental role that the motor system plays in the human condition. There are four broad topic areas: 1) nature and mechanisms of the expression and control of motor behavior; 2) concepts, principles and measurement of motor learning; 3) factors that influence skill and proficiency in motor
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KHS-473 Biomechanics Available online

This course examines the physics of human movement. Content areas include the structural mechanics of bone construction, muscle contraction, ligament, and tendon plasticity and elasticity. Sport implement mechanics and the mechanics of environmental conditions (e.g. friction, air, and water resistance) are also explored. Sport performance issues will also be analyzed for mechanical efficiency.
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KHS-474 Exercise Physiology Available online

The physiological basis for human performance and the effects of physical activity on the body's functions are examined in theory and application. Representative experiences include lecture, discussion, group exercises, class teaching, and written projects. (Prerequisite: KHS110)
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KHS-475 Applied Exercise Prescription

This course integrates important principles and theories in exercise physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, psychology, and measurement, and then applies them to physical fitness testing and individualized exercise program design for team and individual athletes. Students will learn how to select physical fitness tests, conduct physiological assessments, and design individualized exercise programs and prescriptions. (Prerequisite: KHS 473 Kinesiology and KHS 474 Exercise Physiology)
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KHS-490 Senior Professional Seminar Available online

This capstone course prepares students to chart different paths following graduation with a degree in Kinesiology or physical education: (a) entering the work force in the field of Kinesiology at a bachelor's degree level, (b) enter the work force in the field of teacher education at a bachelor's degree level, or (c) enter a graduate school. In this course student will develop a resume, request letters of recommendation, complete a professional portfolio, and identify job-searching strategies.
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KHS-498 Kinesiology Internship Available online

This internship places students directly in a setting where students learn to apply entry-level competencies. The student and advisor collaborate with the on-site supervisor in selecting an appropriate internship site that meets the need of the student, the needs of the internship site and the program needs. (Prerequisites: senior status and advisor approval)
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