Relevant Courses for Sports Management

Brandon University
266 Introduction to Physical Education
This course will introduce the student to the diverse professional fields of physical education,
exercise science and sport, and the contribution these and other related sub-disciplines have
made to society and health. Foundational areas of study will include: historical, philosophical,
psychological, sociological, biomechanical and physiological foundations, professional
development, career planning, issues, trends and challenges.
183 Introduction to Adapted Physical Activity
This course explores the nature and scope of recreation and leisure, considering past influences
and implications for the future. The course also provides an overview of the components that
make up the leisure service delivery system. Field and classroom work required. 3
lecture/practice hours per week, one term.
268 Movement and Activities
This course is designed to introduce students to the movement education approach to teaching
physical education content as outlined in the early years curriculum. Through a variety of
activities, emphasis will be on physical literacy, the understanding of the basic movement
concepts, and on developmental progressions used for the acquisition of movement skills.
326 Organization and Administration
This course is designed to cover selected organizational and administrative details in public
schools and recreation programs. Leadership skills in planning, organizing and the operation of
various events, intramural, athletic and community recreation programs will be emphasized.
Other management functions covered in the course will include: staffing, program evaluation and
promotion, equipment purchase and care, policies and procedures, and financial management.
Field and classroom work required.

Brock University
Year 1
SPMA 1P92 - Understanding Sport Industry Sectors
Macro aspects of the sport industry, including key actors, governance, funding, current research
and industry trends in public, commercial, and non-profit sectors.
POLI 1P97 - Politics and Sports

Examination of the place of sport in politics and society in a global context. Topics include
political economy, globalization, nationalism, militarism, gender, colonialism, race and
ethnicity, and transnational regulation.
RECL 1P90 - Introduction to Recreation and Leisure Studies
Fundamental concepts related to the discipline of recreation and leisure studies including leisure
theory and philosophy, and introduction to community, outdoor and therapeutic recreation
specializations including planning, policy, service delivery and leadership.
RECL 1P99 -Leadership in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services
Leadership theory and practice at the small group, agency, and community level of parks,
recreation and leisure services contexts. Ethical and value-based leadership skills with diverse
people and communities.
RECL 2P07 - Introduction to Research Design and Evaluation
Principles and techniques for research. Issues concerning the construction, administration and
evaluation of data collection as well as the processing and analysis of data.
RECL 2P15 - Understanding Communities and Community Organizations
Introduction of communities and community dynamics as they relate to recreation. Focus on the
varied roles of service providers, local governance processes, and organizational development
and operations.
ENTR 2P91 - Entrepreneurship
Theories of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship, entrepreneurial attributes, new venture
creation processes and feasibility plan preparation.