Course Description and Objectives on Organizational Analysis in Sports | SLS 3204, Study notes of Physical Education and Motor Learning

Download Course Description and Objectives on Organizational Analysis in Sports | SLS 3204 and more Study notes Physical Education and Motor Learning in PDF only on Docsity! College of Education The University of Memphis Health and Sport Sciences SLS 3204 Organizational Analysis in Sport and Leisure Spring 2009 Nathan T. Martin, Ph.D. College of Education Norms I take 100% responsibility. I seek equity of voice. I am willing to talk about sensitive issues. I listen for understanding. I appreciate the strengths and contributions of others. I bring positive energy and encouragement to the team. I am a professional and my actions reflect that role. SLS 3204: Organizational Analysis in Sport and Leisure Days: TBD Time: TBD Location: Field House (FH) 302 Office: FH 310 Phone: (901) 678-2462 E-mail: Nathan.Martin@memphis.edu Office Hours: M 1:30pm-5:00pm T 2:00pm-5:00pm W 1:30pm-5:00pm R By Appointment F By Appointment NOTE: Course materials and other pertinent information can be found at https://umdrive.memphis.edu/ntmartin/public/. Course Description: Analysis of the organization and administration of sport and leisure service organizations; organizational structuring; goals, objectives, and policy development; planning process; personnel development; risk management; conflict resolution as applied to sport and leisure services. Prerequisites: None Spring 2009, The University of Memphis -1- SLS 3204, N. Martin Required Materials: Chelladurai, P. (2005). Managing organizations for sport and physical activity, 2nd Ed. Scottsdale, AZ: Holcomb Hathaway Publishers. Support of Conceptual Framework:  This course supports the College’s commitment to preparing educational leaders for diverse communities by addressing varied sport and leisure organizational issues presented by academics and students in similar yet disparate programmatic areas.  Through the learning and application of current research and effective practice in the area of sport and leisure organization analysis, students with diverse abilities and experience levels are able to increase their knowledge of and appreciation for sport. Methods of Instruction: Readings, lecture, in-class discussion, group projects, individual projects, and student presentations. Course Objectives: By the end of this course, students should be able to:  Discuss the historical roots of sport management  Describe the current status of sport management  Explain the economic significance of sport  List numerous career opportunities in sport management  Describe the differences between goods and services  Distinguish among consumer, professional, and human services  Discuss the motives for participation in sport and physical activity  Analyze the distinctions among participant, spectator, sponsorship, and donor services  Describe the primary purpose of sport management  Define an organization  Identify and describe significant attributes of an organization  Describe the ways in which organizations can be classified and the significance of such classifications for management  Explain the processes associated with an open system and compare an organization to an open system  Describe the inputs, throughputs, and outputs of an organization from a systems perspective  Describe the significance of the environment for organizational survival and growth  Explain three theories of the environmental influences on organizations  Discuss the general meaning of management  Explain the functions of management, including planning, organizing, leading, and evaluating  Discuss the distinctions among technical, human, and conceptual skills  Explain the 10 roles of a manager and relationships among them  Explain what is meant by the “universal nature of management”  Discuss the steps in the planning process Spring 2009, The University of Memphis -2- SLS 3204, N. Martin To assess student knowledge and understanding of the information discussed in the class, students will complete a midterm written exam over chapters 1-8, class discussions, exercises, presentations, and guest presentations. The exam will include multiple-choice, true-false, short answer, short essay, and long essay questions. The exam is closed-note and closed-book and will require a scantron form 882-E (Skinny green type). Midterm Exam Date: 2/23 3. Sport/Leisure Organization Analysis (340 Total Points: 200 Group Points and 140 Individual Points ): To provide students with the opportunity to apply course content, this project involves the analysis of an organization using the Baldrige National Quality Program’s Criteria for Performance Excellence. In groups of three, students will identify a sport/leisure organization of their choice and prepare a 10-15 page project report that reflects the Baldrige Criteria. Each group will present their project to the class using PowerPoint. A project rubric, presentation rubric, and examples will be provided. Due Dates: 3/4 Organizational Profile; 4/15 Categories 1-3; 4/22 Categories 4-7 and Individual Cover Memos 4. “In The News” Exercise (50 Points) To allow students the opportunity to apply course content to current events, each student will be asked to informally discuss a current sport example (that occurred in the previous three weeks) “in the news” that illustrates a course concept. Students must discuss the sport example, what concept it illustrates, and how the sport example illustrates the concept. Fifty (50) points will be earned for an outstanding discussion, 25 points for a less- than-outstanding discussion, 0 points for no discussion, and -10 points for discussions that waste class time, are incorrect, irrelevant, and/or unprepared (FYI - very few students earn 50 points on their discussion). A copy of the news article must be submitted to the instructor on the day the student is asked to present. For any discussion that earns fewer than 50 points, make-up discussions may be voluntarily presented for 5 additional points/per discussion. *If you are absent or late on the day you are selected and have not communicated with the instructor about your absence/tardy ahead of time, you will earn a 0 for this assignment (see Attendance section below) and will not be eligible for make up discussions. Due Date: Students will be selected to present at random – be prepared. 5. Exam Review Exercise (50 Points) To provide students the opportunity to review for the final exam, each student will plan and execute an interactive, five to ten minute lesson to class members on a concept from the course. A rubric will be provided. Due Dates: 4/8 Memo; Presentations 4/13, 4/15, 4/17, 4/20, 4/22, and 4/24 6. Final Exam (100 Points Possible): Spring 2009, The University of Memphis -5- SLS 3204, N. Martin To assess student knowledge and understanding of the information discussed in the class, students will be given the opportunity to complete a written exam over chapters 1-14, class discussions, exercises, presentations, and guest presentations. The exam will include multiple-choice, true-false, short answer, short essay, and long essay questions. The exam is closed- note and closed-book and will require a scantron form 882-E (Skinny green type). Final Exam Date: Monday, May 4, 10:30am-12:30pm (NOTE: NO MAKEUP FINAL EXAMS WILL BE ALLOWED.) DETERMINATION OF FINAL GRADE A 900 – 1000 points B 800 – 899 points C 700 – 799 points D 600 – 699 points F 0 – 599 points NOTE: This course is not a plus or minus (+/-) graded course. Students will receive a single letter grade for any point total that falls between the point-range designated above. For example, point totals of 999 and 900 both receive a letter grade of A. Course Requirements: Students are required to: 1. Read the assigned text; 2. Participate in daily class discussions, activities, and assignments; 3. Complete individual and group exercises; 4. Complete midterm and final exams; 5. Complete individual and group projects; 6. Submit material that is their own original work and formatted according to guidelines of the Publication Manual of American Psychological Association (5th ed.); 7. Proofread submitted work for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation usage (submitting work that is not proofread and grammatically correct will lower the grade of assignments) and; 8. Turn in assignments on time (no late assignments will be accepted and they are due at the beginning of class/session on the assigned date). Attendance A significant amount of your learning will occur in the analysis and discussion that takes place in the classroom. Consequently, you are expected to attend every class. Prompt and regular attendance at all class meetings is expected and is Spring 2009, The University of Memphis -6- SLS 3204, N. Martin required for successful completion of this course. It is expected that students who enroll in this class possess a keen interest in the field of sport management and will display an active and professional demeanor during class sessions. Although attendance is not mandatory, students are expected to communicate (via email or phone) with the instructor IN ADVANCE regarding any absence. Failure to communicate with the instructor regarding absences is considered unprofessional and will result in negative ramifications for the student. Since there is no penalty for missing class (other than missing critical content provided in class or points from “In the News” assignment) and since showing up after class has started is disruptive to instructor effectiveness, class flow, and student learning, students will not be allowed to show up to class after class has started without penalty. Therefore, for every minute a student shows up after class has started, the student will earn a 1% reduction in his/her final grade for each minute tardy, with a maximum of 5% reduced on any one day. Classroom Procedures: Students must consider this class in the same professional manner they would a job in the sport and leisure industry. Therefore, no hats/head coverings, sunglasses, or food will be permitted in the classroom. You may bring a drink, but any bottles or containers must be removed from the classroom or placed in the waste basket upon leaving the class. I expect this classroom to be trash-free at the end of each class session. Cell phones must be turned off and out of sight during class (cell phones are not jewelry and should not be worn around your neck). If a student is caught using their phone in class for any reason (e.g. text messaging, games), he/she will earn a 5% reduction in his/her final grade for each occurrence. This is your first and final warning. If you have challenges that require you to use your phone, arrange a mutually beneficial solution with the instructor ahead of time. Class Etiquette: This class operates under the “5 P’s” Be… 1. Punctual 2. Prepared 3. Positive 4. Professional 5. Polite Preparation For effective learning to take place, it is vital that you spend time carefully preparing for each class session by completing the suggested readings before class. This will allow you to actively participate in the discussion. At various times students will be expected to start discussion or answer a specific question, Spring 2009, The University of Memphis -7- SLS 3204, N. Martin Awarding a Grade of Incomplete A grade of “I” (Incomplete) may be assigned by the Instructor of any course in which the student is unable to complete the work due to EXTRAORDINARY events beyond the individual's control. The “I” may not be used to extend the term for students who complete the course with an unsatisfactory grade. Unless the student completes the requirements for removal of the “I” within 45 days (for undergraduate courses, or 90 days for graduate courses) from the end of the semester or Summer term in which it was received, the “I” will be changed to an “F,” regardless of whether or not the student is enrolled. Harassment The Department of Health and Sport Sciences believes it is important to respond to insensitive and inappropriate behavior in a spirit of collegiality, mutual respect, and professionalism. If you believe that you have been the target of discrimination by another student, faculty member, or staff member, due to age, disability, ethnicity, gender, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or cultural group membership, you can choose to pursue one or more of the following avenues The most direct approach, if you feel comfortable doing so, is to speak directly to the person whose behavior you consider to be inappropriate. You may speak to the instructor, and HSS faculty member, the Department Chair (678-4165), or the University's Affirmative Action Officer (678-2713). You may contact the Assistant Dean of Students (678-2298), in the Office of Student Judicial Affairs. It is important that you speak immediately to someone, with whom you feel comfortable, in order that your concerns can be handled promptly and fairly. In all complaints of discrimination, including sexual harassment, the Office of Affirmative Action will be notified Americans with Disabilities Act The University of Memphis does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations. The student has the responsibility of informing the course instructor (at the beginning of the course) of any disabling condition, which will require modification to avoid discrimination. Faculty are required by law to provide "reasonable accommodation" to students with disabilities, so as not to discriminate on the basis of that disability. Student responsibility primarily rests with informing faculty at the beginning of the semester and in providing authorized documentation through designated administrative channels. Written Assignment and Academic Misconduct All written work submitted must be the student’s original work and conform to the guidelines of the American Psychological Association (APA) available online and via their publications. This means that any substantive ideas, phrases, sentences, and/or any published ideas must be properly referenced to avoid even the appearance of plagiarism. Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, the use, by paraphrase or direct quotation, of Spring 2009, The University of Memphis -10- SLS 3204, N. Martin the published or unpublished work of another person without full or clear acknowledgment. It also includes the unacknowledged use of materials prepared by another person or agency in the selling of term papers of other academic materials. It is the student’s responsibility to know all relevant university policies concerning plagiarism. Any documented cases of plagiarism can and will result in dismissal from the course with a failing grade, and may result in other more serious sanctions by the College of Education. Spring 2009, The University of Memphis -11- SLS 3204, N. Martin