Southern New Hampshire University SPED 314 IEP: Consultation & Collaboration (3 credits) This course is an examination of the collaborative/ consultative model and skills. It also focuses on the state, federal and local laws regarding the education of students with special needs. This course also includes the skills necessary for IEP and team development. Prerequisites: SPED 260 and acceptance into TCP. SPED 324 Mild Learning Disabilities, Inclusion and Curriculum Adaptations (3 credits) In this course, students will become familiar with a wide variety of obstacles to learning and will learn practical strategies to facilitate inclusion and instruction at the elementary, middle and secondary school levels. The nature of learning disabilities will be presented in conjunction with reasonable classroom modifications. Prerequisites: EDU 361, EDU 362 and SPED 260, and acceptance into TCP. SPED 350 Special Education Assessment (3 credits) This course focuses on educational assessment through formal tests, observations and informal tasks. Students each conduct an in-depth study of one pupil and write a report summarizing the findings. Emphasis is placed on learning assessment terminology, the administration of various devices, understanding results and educational implications. This course may require off-campus field experiences. Prerequisite: Acceptance into TCP or the conversion program. SPED 480 Independent Study (3 credits) This course allows the student to investigate any special education subject not incorporated into the curriculum. Prerequisite: Permission of the advisor or instructor and school dean. SPED 499 Internship (3 credits) The Internship is a culmination of a student’s field experiences. It consists of a minimum of 75 clock-hours in the field and is accompanied by seminar meetings to provide opportunities for the analysis, evaluation and discussion of field experience. Prerequisite: Senior Standing
Sport Management SPT 111 Introduction to Sport Management (3 credits) This introductory course emphasizes the management principles related to the business of sports. It includes personnel, programs, marketing, media, financial management and an overview of career possibilities in this growing field. SPT 201 Governance and Management of Sport Organizations (3 credits) This course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the role of governance structures and management in sport organizations. The primary aim is to familiarize students with organizational structures used in the management and governance of sport and how management techniques are applied to effectively address governance issues. Topics and issues discussed will include organizational theory, organizational design, and the unique characteristics of governance structures used in amateur, 162
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SPT 208 Sport Marketing (3 credits) Students study current sports marketing issues and apply marketing techniques to develop an effective sports marketing plan. Prerequisite: MKT 113. SPT 307 Sport Law (3 credits) This course presents the legal issues that are specific to the management of sport programs at the professional, college and community levels. Prerequisites: BUS 206 and SPT 111. SPT 310 Sport Sponsorship (3 credits) This experiential learning course provides students with the opportunity to actively participate in their personal and professional development. Through actively participating in the learning process, students will enhance their experience and understanding of the corporate sponsorship sales process specifically in the areas of proposal development, research and analysis, solicitation/sales, contracts, evaluation and servicing/managing. Prerequisites: SPT 111 and SPT 208; and permission of the instructor. SPT 319 Sport Sales and Promotions (3 credits) This course provides a cross-disciplinary approach to a variety of marketing, sales and public relations issues that confront sport managers. Prerequisites: ENG 121 and SPT 208. SPT 320 Media & Public Relations in Sport (3 credits) This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the role of media and public relations in the sport industry. The primary aim is to familiarize students with media relations, public relations, and community relations in sport organization and how these areas are integrated into the field of sport and the engagement of interdisciplinary thinking. Prerequisites: SPT 111 and SPT 208; or the permission of the instructor. SPT 321 Fitness Management (3 credits) This course will provide specific information about personal fitness. Topics include the purchase and use of fitness equipment and staffing and management concerns for club, corporate and collegiate settings. Prerequisite: SPT 111 or permission of the instructor. A $25 lab fee is required to cover CPR certification. SPT 323 Golf Management (3 credits) Golf Management will prepare students for a career in one of the most rapidly growing industries in the United States. Golf and business are intertwined. Golf is a business comprised of equipment, apparel, golf courses, travel, real estate development and many other aspects. The combination of classroom instruction, outside speakers and on-site visits will prepare a student to enter this growing field. Prerequisite: Junior standing or higher or permission of the instructor. SPT 333 Sport, Society, and Ethics (3 credits) This course examines the major issues and controversies of sport in society. Students will develop an appreciation of the ways sport in society contributes to analyzing and under-