Course Code: SPRT 150
Academic Year: 2026-2027
This capstone course is designed to support students in making the transition from academic study to professional practice within the sport industry. Emphasizing professional identity, industry readiness, and communication skills, students will explore key concepts such as professional etiquette, workplace culture, industry engagement, and career development strategies. Students will practice professional communication, including email writing and networking techniques, and engage critically with current issues in the field through analysis of sources like the Sport Business Journal. A core element of the course is reflectionboth on students academic and experiential journeys and their future roles in the sport business sector. Students will also attend a sport management conference and submit a professional reflection analyzing the experience in the context of their career aspirations and industry standards.