2026-2027 Academic Catalog

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Sports Culture and Management (SCM) Minor

I. Introductory Experience6
Required Minor Courses
Introduction to Sports Media (Pathways 3, 10)
Select one of the following:
Foundations of Business
Principles of Economics (Pathways 3, 10)
Subtotal6
II. Mid-Level Experience6
Required Minor Courses
Event Management (Pathways 6D, 10)
Select one of the following:
Topics in Sports Culture (Pathways 2, 3, 11)
Sports Films in the U.S. and Latin America (Pathways 2, 7, 11)
Subtotal6
Elective3
Select one of the following:
Sports and the Afro-American Experience
Sports Economics
Sports in American History
Principles of Sport Science
Sport and Entertainment Event & Facility Management
Information Technology and Social Media in Hospitality and Tourism (Pathways 5A, 10)
Data Playbook: Analyzing Sports Statistics (Pathways 5A, 10)
Subtotal3
III. Capstone Experience3
Select one of the following:
Transdisciplinary Enabling Capability Studio
Internship
Subtotal3
Total Credits18

Graduation Requirements

Students enrolled in the minor must also complete the following graduation requirements:

  • Hours Requirement: Students must complete a minimum of 18 credit hours to earn the Sports Culture and Management minor.
  • GPA Requirement: Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 in courses used to fulfill this minor. All courses listed above are included in the calculation of the minor GPA.
  • Prerequisites: Some courses listed above have prerequisites or enrollment restrictions. Students should consult the Academic Catalog and/or contact their Academic Advisor for prerequisite and enrollment information.
  • Double Counting: Courses completed for other degree programs may also count toward this minor, provided the course is listed among the approved requirements or electives for the minor.
  • Additional Notes: At least 6 hours must be at the 3XXX/4XXX level.