Course · BSM330

Sport in Contemporary Society

A business and sport management course at Arizona Christian University.

Credits
3 Credits
Level
Undergraduate
Format
Lecture + discussion
Typical Terms
By department schedule

Course Description

Transforming culture with the truth involves an understanding of contemporary society and a willingness to engage in the most effective way. This course is designed to explore common issues in the sport industry and its connection to the larger cultural context. Historical perspectives and complex, contemporary issues facing society are considered through a Christian worldview. Various social theories and lenses are critically examined. Students will understand and appreciate the influence of sport on contemporary culture and evaluate appropriate responses for a meaningful change.

Prerequisites

Corequisites

  • None

Learning Outcomes

1

Engage the Course Material

Build a working understanding of sport in contemporary society as the course's central subject.

2

Apply Discipline Methods

Use the methods, vocabulary, and frameworks of the discipline to address course problems.

3

Connect Course Content

Connect this course's content to broader work in the discipline and related fields.

4

Demonstrate Course Competencies

Demonstrate the specific competencies the course is designed to develop.

Biblical Worldview Connection

A Biblical Worldview treats business as real work done among real people — meaning craft, integrity, and service belong in the same conversation as strategy and outcomes.

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