Exercise science and sport studies: Majors graduating from
the three health-science options (applied kinesiology, exercise science, and exercise physiology) will demonstrate mastery of concepts crucial to an
understanding of basic human anatomy and physiology. After two years of basic math and science (biology,
chemistry, physics, calculus, and statistics), upper-level
students study human physiology as it relates to exercise and physical activity
via such courses as system physiology, exercise physiology, kinesiology, motor
learning, and movement experiences for disabled populations. Upon completion of
the three undergraduate science programs, students will be qualified for
graduate programs in medicine, exercise physiology, physical and occupational
therapy, cardiac rehabilitation, corporate fitness, athletic training, nurse
practitioner, physician assistant, as well as most other health-related
professions.
Majors in the sport management option will demonstrate
mastery of concepts crucial to both theoretical and applied work in business
and management. Upon completion of
basic courses in economics, accounting, marketing, and communication, upper-level students will master the application of these basic business principles
to a wide variety of sport settings via courses such as sport and law, risk
management, organizational behavior in sport, sport sociology, sport
psychology, and sport marketing and management. Upon graduation, students will be
prepared to enter careers in sport administration, sport marketing, facilities
management, and commercial sport or go on to law school, master of business administration programs, or
advanced degrees in marketing, administration, and business.
