LSM 5660 - Evaluation of Leisure, Sport, and Tourism
3credit hoursResearch and evaluation procedures and techniques applicable to assessing recreation and leisure service programs, participants, administrative structures, and resources. Emphasis on beginning and completing a “real-world” evaluation project.
3credit hoursA systematic approach to the fundamentals of group management in an experiential ropes course setting. Focuses on both interpersonal and technical facilitation skills. Several on and off-campus experiential, demonstration, and practical application sessions well be required.
.) Examines the various uses of the aquatic environment to develop, maintain, and improve physical performance with practical development of skills and techniques and aquatic exercise programming. Combines both didactic and laboratory activities in an experiential learning environment.
LSM 6020 - Systems Thinking and Learning in Leisure and Sport Management
3 credit hourscredit hoursFocuses on organizational theory within leisure and sport management settings including knowledge and appreciation of how organizations function as a system and the role of the supervisor and administrator within each setting. Populations and settings examined include recreation/intramural managers, sport managers, and similar positions.
LSM 6050 - Design and Management of Leisure and Sport Facilities
3credit hoursThe planning, design, and management process as it relates to leisure and sport facilities. Design and planning process, facility operation, and risk management.
LSM 6500 - Legal Issues and Risk Management in Sport and Leisure Services
3credit hoursUnderstanding the legal basis for management actions, concepts of legal liability including torts, contracts, and constitutional law as applied to sport and leisure services organizations. Emphasis on the ability to plan, develop, and implement risk management programs.
LSM 6510 - Financial Management and Marketing of Leisure and Sport Services
3credit hoursPrinciples and practices of budgeting, financial methods and strategies, and revenue sources for recreation and leisure service agencies and sport organizations, including cost accounting and fiscal control. Includes traditional approaches to marketing with particular focus on approaches unique to leisure and sport organizations.
LSM 6520 - Management Practices in Recreation and Leisure Services
3credit hoursAdministrative processes and management techniques used in planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling with respect to leisure service delivery systems.
LSM 6530 - History and Philosophy of Leisure and Sport
3credit hoursIn-depth study of history and philosophy as related to leisure and sport in society. Emphasis on tracing the historical and philosophical underpinnings of the profession and their impact on current research and practice.
3credit hoursCamping leadership and outdoor education principles with implications for management, planning of, and interpretation in recreation areas as well as for policy development.
1 to 6credit hours(Same as EXSC 6640/HLTH 6640/PHED 6640.) Selection of a research problem, review of pertinent literature, collection and analysis of data, and composition of thesis. Once enrolled, student should register for at least one credit hour of master’s research each semester until completion. S/U grading.
LSM 6670 - Behavioral Concepts in Leisure and Sport
3credit hoursSocial/psychological concepts concerning leisure and sport participation behavior in various types of leisure and sport settings. Range of different theoretical perspectives and behavioral concepts underlying pertinent research.
3credit hoursOverview of career paths in the sport industry with a focus on philosophical foundations, management theory, business communications, and marketing integration in the performance, promotion, and production segments of the sports industry.
LSM 6720 - Event Planning, Promotion, and Fundraising in Leisure and Sport
3credit hoursIn-depth synthesis of marketing practices in leisure and sport including general marketing theory; pricing, distribution, and promotional techniques; media relations; and branding and sponsorship theory.
LSM 6730 - Socio-Cultural and Ethical Issues in Leisure and Sport
3credit hoursSociocultural basis of sport and consideration of ethical issues that provide a foundation for the development of sound judgment by sport professionals.
3credit hoursExamines sport themes expressed in films, fiction, and poetry, with special emphasis on themes that can be compared with real sport experiences. Themes include sport heroes; youth and aging in sport, sport in the country and the city; nationalism, racism, and sexism in sport; the individual versus the community in sport; and humor and poetry in sport.
LSM 6850 - Cross-Cultural Perspectives in Leisure and Tourism
3credit hoursIn-depth study of the leisure experience in other cultures (non-U.S.) through on-site observation; visits to cultural/historic sites; and interactions with managers and staff at parks, museums, attractions, and world heritage sites.
3 to 6credit hours(Same as EXSC 6880 / HLTH 6880 / PHED 6880.) On-site practical experience in an exercise science, health promotion, or leisure/sport industry program. Those with extensive work experience will develop, implement, and conclude a project (research or applied) in consultation with the major professor.
LSM 7020 - Systems Thinking and Learning in Leisure and Sport Management
3credit hoursFocuses on organization theory within leisure sport management settings including knowledge and appreciation of how organizations function as a system and the role of the supervisor and administrator within each setting. Populations and setting examined include recreation/intramural managers, sport managers, and similar positions.
LSM 7500 - Legal Issues and Risk Management in Sport and Leisure Services
3credit hoursUnderstanding the legal basis for management actions, concepts of legal liability including torts, contracts, and constitutional law as applied to sport and leisure services organizations. Emphasis on the ability to plan, develop, and implement risk management programs.
LSM 7530 - History and Philosophy of Leisure and Sport
3credit hoursIn-depth study of history and philosophy as related to leisure and sport in society. Emphasis on tracing the historical and philosophical underpinnings of the profession and their impact on current research and practice.
LSM 7670 - Behavioral Concepts in Leisure and Sport
3credit hoursSociocultural basis of leisure and sport. Consideration of ethical issues that provide a foundation for the development of sound judgment by leisure and sport professionals.
LSM 7730 - Socio-Cultural and Ethical Issues in Leisure and Sport
3credit hoursSociocultural basis of and sport and consideration of ethical issues that provide a foundation for the development of sound judgment by sport professionals.
3credit hoursExamines sport themes expressed in films, fiction, and poetry, with special emphasis on themes that can be compared with real sport experiences. Themes include sport heroes; youth and aging in sport; sport in the country and the city; nationalism, racism, and sexism in sport; the individual versus the community in sport; and humor and poetry in sport.
3credit hoursPresents the broad field of librarianship as a profession. Book and library history, the place of the library as an essential resource for communities, and the role of the librarian in provision of service to all users. The e-portfolio will be planned and designed.
LIBS 6010 - Collection Development and User Services
3credit hoursStudy of library collections and their relationship to user services. Includes study of the evolution of library collections, the development of information needs, analysis of stakeholder needs, library mission, collection analysis, selection aids, and collection maintenance. Field visits required.
3credit hoursEvaluation and use of print and electronic reference materials, programming for literacy skills, the reference selection process, emerging technologies for reference, and initial development of search strategies.
3credit hoursStudy of cataloging and classification of print and non-print material using Library of Congress practices. Includes the examination of automation and future trends for catalogs.
LIBS 6060 - Understanding Research for Evaluation in Libraries
3credit hoursCore course in M.L.S. program. Studies of research methods, qualitative and quantitative research, and statistical analysis to achieve decision-making skills based on research results. Emphasis on practitioner skills to evaluate processes, products, and services of libraries. Final project based on a local library and presented to the library at end of the course.
3credit hoursAdministration and management of the library. Trends, governance, information literacy issues, and all other elements of managing the modern library addressed.
3credit hoursEncompasses the administration and supervision of the modern library and its program and initiates exploration of library improvement and instruction for learning.
3credit hoursMaterials suitable for babies, toddlers, and elementary school children. Includes study of reading skills, recreational reading, non-fiction, criteria for evaluating, selecting, and integrating national standards into programming for these patrons. The partnership between library and school curriculum will be included.
LIBS 6311 - Materials for Literacy of Young People
3credit hoursMaterials suitable for young adults and adults, including recreational reading; non-fiction; criteria for evaluating, selecting, integrating current standards of library service into programming for these patrons.
3credit hoursStudy of user behaviors will provide the foundation for identifying productive search strategies. Includes information security, study of search engine features and design, and application of information studies to design instruction that fosters efficient and effective searches.
3credit hoursProvides a theoretical framework for the digitization of materials. Explores user needs, issues, and trends related to digital collections.
LIBS 6340 - Integration of Learning Theory, Programs, and Technology
3credit hoursDiscusses and examines technology-based materials and adaptation to library literacies instruction and individual learning styles/needs. Design, creation, and production of technology-based materials that reflect professional standards, good online design principles, understanding of instructional design, and audience needs.
9credit hoursPrerequisites: All required Library Science courses; FOED 6610; must meet all requirements for admission to teacher education. A full-time, full semester of supervised teaching experience in a public school library. Provides an opportunity to observe successful materials specialists/librarians at work and to participate in actual operations followed by seminar opportunities for exchange of ideas.
LIBS 6550 - Supervised Field Experience in Library Science
3credit hoursPrerequisite: 12 hours of library science. Provides direct field experience in a library with practicing materials specialists/librarians at work. Students participate in actual library operations. Planning and implementing programs based on ALA standards mandatory. Seminar opportunities provided for discussion and reflection. May be repeated up to a maximum of 6 credit hours.
3credit hoursFinal preparation of ePortfolio. In depth examination and practice of all aspects of the library. Students must provide evidence of program goals during the semester. Innovative research into current issues, strategic planning, and advocacy is expected. Restricted to final two semesters.
3credit hours(Same as SPSE 7970.) Prerequisite: LIBS 6340 or SPSE 6960. Synthesis of design, creation, and production of instructional curriculum integrating Internet and technology-based tools throughout. Includes analysis and reflection on the curriculum created. Mentor project is completed during the semester.
1credit hoursOpen only to students who are not enrolled in any other graduate course and who will submit the required exit assessment during the term. The student must contact the graduate advisor at least two weeks prior to the term for specifics regarding the details of this course. Credit may not be applied to degree requirements. Pass/Fail.
and permission of department. Advanced introduction to the functional anatomy of language acquisition, perception, comprehension, and production. Contemporary anatomical and functional neuroimaging techniques in research and clinical applications.
. Reviews, methods, models, and findings of cognitive neuropsychology and their application to issues in literacy. Provides a conceptual framework for understanding the organization of cognitive abilities with an emphasis on reading, writing, and spelling.
LITS 7100 - Historical Issues, Trends, and Methodologies in Literacy
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of department. Explores historical and emerging trends and issues related to literacy research methods, processes, and practices. Examines historical trends in theories of literacy development; linguistic, sociocultural, and instructional influences on literacy development; and development in academically diverse children.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of department. Examines frames of reference within which approaches to diagnostic and achievement testing reside. Topics include grade level achievement models, discrepancy models, curriculum-based assessment, process models, and value-added models.
LITS 7120 - Professional Seminar in Graduate Studies
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of department. Examines the key components for success in graduate school and the skills needed for succeeding in academia. Offers broad survey of the skills (e.g., writing, publishing, ethics, etc.) and practices critical for completing graduate school.
LITS 7130 - Literacy in the Socio-Cultural Context
3credit hoursPrerequisite: CDIS 6000 or ENGL 7520. Exploration of how language and socialization patterns within families of various cultural groups (ie., Latinos, Asian Americans, African Americans, and Native Americans) may influence acquisition of literacy skills and performance in literacy instruction.
LITS 7140 - Research, Design and Methodology in Literacy
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of department. Integrated review of current and historical designs and methodologies in literacy research. Analysis of theoretical principles and underlying assumptions will be addressed.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of department. Explores the relationship between multilingualism and literacy and the interplay of the dominant forces involved in shaping this often vexed relationship. Focuses on the impact of multilingualism on literacy acquisition in the North American context as well as the role of U.S. educational policies and societal attitudes on multilingual literacy development.
1 to 3credit hoursPrerequisite: Admission to the program; good academic standing; completion of at least 20 hours of core coursework; Practicum Contract forms; permission of department. Field-based experiences, in as many as three settings, selected by the student in collaboration with the program advisor. Purpose is to expand the student’s world view of a career path/field as one connected to literacy issues across a spectrum of disciplines.
LITS 7210 - Evidence-Based Methods of Literacy Development
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of department. Explores context that spawned the evidence-based movement and the founding of What Works Clearinghouse. Evaluation of instructional programs and methods for reading and spelling within the framework of scientifically based evidence of effectiveness.
1 to 3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of department. Independent study of a particular topic selected by the student and approved by the instructor. Provides an opportunity to study special areas of interest for which regular courses are not offered. Repeatable up to twelve hours.
or equivalents. Supervised literature review and readings on topics of current importance in literacy studies. Topics and requirements obtained from individual faculty in the Literacy Studies Ph.D. program or from affiliated faculty. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits
or equivalent. Supervised research in the literacy studies area. Student will conduct a research project in his or her area of interest in the field of literacy studies. Topics and requirements will be obtained from individual faculty in the Literacy Studies Ph.D. program or from affiliated faculty. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits.
LITS 7400 - Reading Comprehension: Theoretical Models and Research Methodology
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of instructor. Examines the major theoretical models of comprehension, cognitive processes, and current methodologies used in comprehension research.
1 to 12credit hoursPrerequisite: Permission of department. Selection of a research problem, review of pertinent literature, collection and analysis of data, and composition of dissertation. Once enrolled, student should register for at least one credit hour of doctoral research each semester until completion. S/U grading.
3credit hoursPrerequisites: Permission of department; Graduate standing and completion of core courses in respective field as determined by graduate business studies. A short-term international business education experience designed to expose the student to the economic, political, cultural, and social environments of a foreign country(ies), with specific emphasis directed toward the international state/status of the subject matter pertinent to the discipline.
3credit hoursConcepts of the management functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling as applied to managing people in organizations. Production and operations management concepts with emphasis on using quantitative models for decision making. Prerequisite for M.B.A. program. May not be used for elective credit in graduate business degree program.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: MGMT 3610 or MGMT 6000. Managerial theory and practice of solving problems, making decisions, and developing strategies for services and/or products. Emphasis on developing practical responses to decision issues using creativity and innovation in a team environment. (This course is not open to students earning a Master of Business Administration degree.)
3credit hoursPrerequisite: MGMT 3620, MGMT 6000, or MGMT 6650.Theory and practice of managing projects for services, products, and/or events in the context of operations management methods. Emphasis on application of lean concepts to project management.
MGMT 6300 - Not-for-Profit Management and Governance
3credit hoursPrerequisite: MGMT 3610 or MGMT 6600 or permission of department. Focuses on the management theories and practices that impact effective management and governance of organizations in the not-for-profit sector. Emphasizes management decision making within the not-for-profit context and will be one of two core courses in the Master’s of Science in Management Social Innovation and Not-for-Profit concentration curriculum.
MGMT 6350 - Social Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation
3credit hours(Same as ENTR 6350.) Explores the elements of social entrepreneurship and social innovation and how these approaches are used to solve the world’s social challenges. Uses systems and design thinking along with traditional business approaches to address social challenges and develop measures for organizational performance that include social impact measures in addition to traditional business performance measures. Students challenged to generate a social innovation or social entrepreneurship solution and develop a social venture plan to implement that solution.
MGMT 6400 - Current Issues in Social Innovation and Not-for-Profit Management
3credit hoursPrerequisite: MGMT 3610 or MGMT 6600 or permission of department. Current management issues that impact organizations in the not-for-profit sector. Topics include managing change/crisis management, organization culture, strategic human resource management, diversity, managing quality, resource development, accountability to stakeholders, competition among nonprofits, international issues, management issues of membership organizations and small not-for-profits, leadership challenges, managing volunteers, social entrepreneurship, and marketing.
MGMT 6510 - Current Problems in Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations
3credit hoursInvestigation of current problems. Emphasis on current theory, problems, and practices in the public and private sector. Consideration of legal and political environment stressed as related to management policy formulation.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: MGMT 3620 or MGMT 6600 or MGMT 6650. Focuses on the concepts and techniques required to manage a contemporary distribution center. Emphasizes the role of a distribution center within a supply chain and best practices leading to efficient operational performance.
3credit hoursBehavioral science concepts and research in the management of organizations; theories dealing with interpersonal relationships, motivation systems, group dynamics, communications, and authority related to organizational behavior, control, and structure problems.
3credit hoursStrategic and tactical decisions involved with planning, operating, and controlling the operations functions in a firm. Emphasis on problem identification and solution.
3credit hoursApproaches for effecting change in organizations. Emphasis on the individual and personal development of the student to be more effective in managing change and innovation.
3credit hoursA structured overview of the process of negotiation in organizations and manager development of improved negotiation skills. Topics include distributive negotiations, integrative negotiations, tactics, strategies, power dynamics, alternative dispute resolution, and negotiation ethics in an organization environment.
3credit hoursFocus on the responsibility of all managers with respect to the effective development of human resources. The responsibility of all functional areas in the human resource department or impinging forces such as technology, organized labor, and government legislation examined along with the emerging concepts, problems, and theories supported by research in the field.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: MGMT 6600 or permission of department. Investigates current issues in management, using recent events and emerging theoretical developments to examine relevant complexities facing practitioners.
MGMT 6700 - Production and Operations Management Strategy
3credit hoursFocuses on operations strategy concepts and operations management as a competitive weapon. Topics include global production and operations management strategy, capacity of facilities, vertical integration, performance controls, and the importance of manufacturing for overall business strategy.
3credit hoursPrinciples of supply chain management and supply chain management environments. Examines integration with other companies to manage flow of resources, including materials, information, people, etc., in a global supply chain environment.
3credit hoursIssues in leadership and motivation in business organizations. An examination of the theoretical framework for leadership and motivation processes serves as foundation. Emphasis on practical issues and applications of leadership development and motivation.
3credit hoursImpact of individual values and ethics on the management of organizations. Topics include legal and ethical aspects of dealing with organization stakeholders: stockholders, consumers, employees, and the general community. Emphasis on using ethical theory to make good business decisions.
3credit hoursExamines the major total quality management philosophies; consideration of implementation issues; quality costs, off- and online tools and techniques; vendor certification.
3credit hoursMajor issues associated with the formulation and implementation of corporate strategy for international and global operations. Emphasis on the understanding of global environmental forces surrounding international business operations and the management issues facing global organizations.
3credit hoursAn overview of the U.S. health care system, including managed care, governmental and private sector programs and policies affecting the delivery of health care (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, and private health insurance), and legal, ethical, and budgeting issues relevant to managing health care organizations. Presents strategic and operational considerations unique to the management of health care organizations.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: 21 graduate hours and/or approval of department chair. Individual research and analysis of contemporary problems and issues in a concentrated area of study under the guidance of an approved faculty member.
3credit hoursPrerequisites: Open only to M.S. in Management students who are in their last semester of coursework (must have completed 24 graduate level hours); permission of department required; must be completed with B- or better. Capstone course that provides students with the opportunity to integrate and synthesize knowledge gained throughout the graduate program. Development of a substantial project that demonstrates mastery of competencies, concepts, principles, and practices for success in their field of leadership, supply chain management, or not-for-profit management.
3credit hoursPrerequisites: Graduate standing and completion of core courses in respective field as determined by graduate business studies. A short-term international business education experience designed to expose the student to the economic, political, cultural, and social environments of a foreign country(ies), with specific emphasis directed toward the international state/status of the subject matter pertinent to the discipline.
3credit hoursA survey of the functions, processes, and institutions involved in the creation, promotion, pricing, and distribution of consumer and industrial goods and services with an emphasis on the decision-making process. May not be used for elective credit in graduate business degree program.
3credit hoursAn analytical managerial approach to the marketing activities of a business enterprise. Emphasis on problem solving and marketing simulation.
3credit hoursPromotional goals, plans, and concepts in marketing; the role of marketing communication in society; the organization, budgeting, and scheduling of promotion; innovation and the adoption process; managerial decision making in the promotional mix.
3credit hoursBehavioral science concepts and applied research relating to the process of buyer behavior. Topics include cognition, motivation, personality, group influence, social class, culture, and behavior models.
3credit hoursAn analytic, decision-oriented study of marketing channels. Problems of integrating relevant variables within the marketing system to achieve optimum returns for all members.
MKT 6840 - Marketing Seminar: Current Topics in Marketing
3credit hoursTheoretical bases of marketing concepts, principles, and strategies; the development, acceptance, and possible future direction of emerging concepts and practices.
3credit hoursDifference in market arrangements and in legal, cultural, and economic factors in different countries. Planning and organizing for international marketing operations, forecasting, and analyses; interrelationships with other functions; strategy of product pricing, promotion, and channels.
3credit hoursInvestigates research methods for providing marketing information to assist managers in making better decisions, particularly in identifying marketing opportunities and problems. Specifically focuses on understanding both primary and secondary research processes and developing an ability to evaluate primary and secondary sources of information.
MKT 6870 - Techniques in Social Media, Search Engine and Internet Marketing
3credit hoursChannels used in direct marketing with an emphasis on electronic commerce; strategic differences among the channels of direct marketing and the managerial implications of each. The impact of changing technology, regulations, and privacy issues.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: MKT 6000 or MKT 6800. Issues pertaining to marketing in the sport and entertainment industries. Focuses on role of sponsorship in a firm’s marketing strategy.
3credit hoursPrerequisite: Approval of department chair. Individual research and analysis of contemporary problems and issues in a concentrated area of study under the guidance of an approved graduate faculty member. Not approved or substituted for core requirements. Approval of supervisory faculty member and department chair must be obtained in writing before student will be allowed to register for independent study.
3credit hoursThe role of marketing in the delivery of health care services. Topics include the history of health care in the United States, the evolution of marketing in health care, marketing strategy and implementation in health care, and the future of health care marketing. Students will apply marketing concepts and theory to practical situations.
3credit hoursExamines television and streaming video as a cultural product, communication tool, “mirror on the world,” and as an agent for social change. Explores censorship, sponsorship, ethics, and the impact of context on content. Uses a critical and cultural studies lens to examine the area of television studies. Studies role that television has had and continues to have on constructing notions of gender, race, class, and difference.