Sport Management (BS)
Credential: Bachelor of Science
Majors: Sport Management, Biblical Studies
Certification/Licensure: None
Location: Lancaster
Program Director: Amanda Zuschmidt, MEd
Program Mission Statement: The Sport Management program prepares students as highly-skilled leaders with a biblical worldview who identify and meet the present and future needs of the sport profession.
Program Description: The Sport Management program at LBC is based on a solid academic foundation of core courses that challenge students to think biblically and critically while preparing for the expanding and diverse field of sports. Throughout the four-year program, students build upon their academic foundation and gain experience through extensive field experiences. These experiences develop a career path that is unique for each student. The Sport Management program is fully accredited by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA)
The Sport Management program offers a TravelLearn trip on alternating years. Students can earn six academic credits and study the European Model of Sport. The program offers three specializations in sport: general, sport ministry, and coaching.
Program Learning Outcomes: As a result of this program, students will:
1. Plan, create and implement a comprehensive sport program for private and public sectors utilizing biblical principles of stewardship and discipleship
2. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the fundamental principles of sport management
3. Distinguish individual differences and describe all dimensions of diversity
4. Apply critical, analytical and creative thinking skills to solve problems through the integration of management theories
5. Develop the communication skills necessary to disseminate information in a variety of oral, written and electronic formats
6. Interpret regulations and legal aspects relative to the sport profession
Experiential Learning: Students participate in four distinct field experiences:
SPM 175 students work or shadow athletic personnel for home LBC games during their freshmen spring semester
SPM 275 students complete 60 hours over the entire sophomore year acting as game managers, welcoming teams and running home games in various positions
SPM 355 students complete 120 hours at an off-campus location during their junior year. Students choose their location based upon their desired career interests. Faculty assist in making connections or suggestions as needed within their network.
SPM 450 students complete 250 hours at an off-campus location during their senior year. Students choose their location based upon their desired career interests. Faculty assist in making connections or suggestions as needed within their network.
Students can complete some placements virtually when appropriate.
Curriculum Structure and Degree Requirements
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Curriculum Structure
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Credits
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LBC Foundation Studies Courses
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4
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Bible & Theology Core Courses
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30
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Arts & Sciences Core Courses
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31
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Major Courses
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44 |
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Exploration Studies – Elective Courses
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12 |
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Program Total
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121 |
LBC Foundations (4 credits)
Bible & Theology Courses (30 credits)
| BTH 101 | Foundations for Biblical and Theological Studies | 3 |
| BIB 103 | Creation & Covenants: OT I | 3 |
| BIB 104 | Israel's Life & Literature: OT II | 3 |
| THE 223 | Christian Narrative I: Creation & Fall | 3 |
| THE 224 | Christian Narrative II: Redemption & Consummation | 3 |
| BIB 203 | Life of Christ: NT I | 3 |
| BIB 204 | Early Church: NT II | 3 |
| Bible Elective - BOT or BNT | 3 |
THE
| Theology Elective | 3 |
| THE 320 | Christianity and Culture | 3 |
Arts & Sciences Courses (31 credits)
| LAN 101 | Academic Writing, Research, and Rhetoric | 3 |
| LAN 104 | Public Speaking | 3 |
LIT
| Literature Core (100/200 Level) | 3 |
HIS
| History Core (100/200 Level) | 3 |
SCI
| Science Core (100/200 Level) | 3 |
SCI
| SCI Lab (100/200 Level) | 1 |
MAT
| Math Core (100/200 Level) | 3 |
| Structures of Human Culture Elective* | 3 |
| SOC 305 | Sport Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 412/SPM 412 | Sociology of Sport | 3 |
| Arts & Sciences Elective | 3 |
Sport Management Courses (44 credits)
| SPM 105 | Introduction to Sport Management | 3 |
| SPM 130 | Sport Communication | 3 |
| SPM 315 | Administration of Sport | 3 |
| SPM 320 | Organizational Leadership in Sport | 3 |
| SPM 420 | Sport Finance and Economics | 3 |
| SPM 470 | Sport Law & Ethics | 3 |
| SPM 270 | Sport Marketing | 3 |
| SPM 390 | Sport Governance | 3 |
| SPM 475 | Facility/Event Management | 3 |
SPM
| Sport Management Elective | 3 |
SPM
| Sport Management Elective | 3 |
| SPM 275 | Apprenticeship | 1 |
| SPM 175 | Sport Management Field Exploration | 1 |
| SPM 355 | Sport Management Internship | 2 |
| SPM 450 | Practicum | 3 |
| THE 306 | Theology of Competition & Sport | 3 |
| SPM 400 | Cross Cultural Experience | 1 |
| SPM 100 | Sport Management Seminar | 0 |
SPM students take SPM 100 Sport Management Seminar for eight semesters.
Sport Management /Coaching Specialization Courses (44 credits)
SPM students take SPM 100 Sport Management Seminar for eight semesters.
Sport Management /Ministry Specialization Courses (44 credits)
SPM students take SPM 100 Sport Management Seminar for eight semesters.
Exploration Studies (12 credits)
| Elective | 3 |
| Elective | 3 |
| Elective | 3 |
| Elective | 3 |
Program Director: Amanda Zuschmidt, MEd in Sport Management
Amanda is a 2003 graduate of Lancaster Bible College and currently working on her EdD in Sport Management from the United States Sports Academy. Amanda has been full-time at LBC since 2013.
Faculty
Mrs. Amanda Zuschmidt, MEd Sport Management
Dr. Tom Randolph, EdD Sport Management