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Sports Management - UCLA

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age icon 14-18 years old

time icon 2 weeks

book icon Weekly hours: 27


Step into the fast-paced world of sports with our program on the campus at UCLA. This program is a deep dive into the essential elements of successful management across all realms of the sports industry – from professional leagues to collegiate and amateur sports.

  • Discover the core aspects of sports management, including personnel management, program development, marketing, information and facilities management, and legal responsibilities.
  • Whether your interest lies in working directly with athletes and coaches or behind the scenes as a promoter, marketing manager, or sports economist, our course will open doors to a multitude of career paths in sports business management.
  • Get ready to explore the diverse opportunities that a background in Sports Management offers, and prepare yourself for a dynamic career in one of the most exciting and varied industries out there.

Join us for an insider's look into the business side of sports, where every play is a strategic move towards success.

This program is not run by the campus partners. Universities and their affiliated departments are not responsible for this program in any way.


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Location

UCLA, Los Angeles, CA

For the second year in a row, UCLA has been ranked #1 among top public universities in the U.S. and 20th overall in national university standing, according to U.S. News & World Report. Its premiere location and elite academic status complement the experience well to create one of the best educational opportunities for college-bound teens.

What's Included

Full Board - Residential Students:

  • Includes: all meals, lodging, excursions, academic course, weekend excursions, application fee $99

  • Excludes: optional airport pickup and drop off service (available for an additional fee)

Day Course - Commuter Students:

  • Includes: lunch, academic course, excursions, programming from 9am to 6pm, Monday-Friday, application fee $99

  • Excludes: lodging, breakfast, dinner, and weekend excursions (Weekend excursions can be added on for $125 per day)

Activities

Diverse Discovery! Activities and sights to suit every interest await in the vibrant surroundings:

  • Soccer
  • Volleyball
  • Lawn games, and more.

Accommodations

  • Accommodation in double or triple rooms, with triples being more common.

  • Rooms equipped with shared bathrooms.

  • Gender-specific housing, with separate rooms for different genders.

  • Room amenities include Twin XL beds, desks, drawers, a mirror, and a closet.

  • Basic linen package provided, including sheets, blanket, pillow, pillowcase, and bath towel.

  • Most meals served in the on-campus dining hall.

  • Wide food selection catering to various diets: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, kosher, halal, and specific food allergies.

Excursions

  • Griffith Park/Observatory: Panoramic views of L.A. and the Hollywood sign, hiking on Mt. Hollywood Trail.
  • Ovation Hollywood: Explore the complex at Hollywood Blvd and Highland Ave, visit the Walk of Fame.
  • Beverly Gardens Park & Rodeo Drive: See the "Beverly Hills" sign, optional stroll on Rodeo Drive.
  • Santa Monica Pier & Sunset: Experience the pier's amusement park and shops, stay for a sunset.
  • The Grove & Farmers Market: Visit open-air retail and restaurants, explore the Farmers Market.
  • Amusement Park Visit: Enjoy a day at a local park like Six Flags or Knott's Berry Farm.

Educational Excursions:

  • Students will have the opportunity to hear from leaders in the industry, as well as visit local sports venues.

Transportation

  • Group airport transfers: $95 each way.

  • Transfers outside of the official group pick-up and drop-off time window: $195 each way

Arrivals During Flight Window:

  • Greeted by campus staff.

  • Stay at the airport with staff until the flight window closes and all students have arrived.

  • Transported to campus after the flight window ends.

  • No immediate meeting by staff; must wait for the official arrival window.

  • For late arrivals(within reason), for those that pay a transfer fee will be met at the airport.

General Departure Information:

  • Students who opt for departure transfer (with a $95 fee) will arrive at the airport at maximum 10:00am.

  • Suitable for flights departing at 12:00pm or later.

  • With additional fee, there might be service for flights departing before 12:00pm.

Lesson Plan

Program Overview:

  • Acquire a baseline understanding of the structure and purpose of the sport industry.
  • Explore the different aspects of sports management, including personnel management, business, program development, marketing, recruiting, and more.
  • Develop the ability to apply business principles to the management of sport facilities, events and organizations.
  • Interact with industry professionals to gain first-hand insight into a career in Sports Management.
  • Discuss current challenges facing athletes and the sports industry today and what effect that has from a management perspective.

Course Schedule:

  • First week: Five 3-hour classes, 9am-12pm, Monday to Friday
  • Second week: Four 3-hour classes, 9am-12pm, Monday to Thursday
  • Wednesday afternoons of each week are dedicated to students' course-specific academic excursion, guest speaker, or activity.
  • 6 hours of Enrichment Electives

Sample Tutors

Mark Orlando, Ed.D.:

  • Professor, Consultant, and Coach of Sport Business and Professional Development

  • Current Position: Program Director and Assistant Professor for California Lutheran University’s Sports Management Program

  • B.A. in History (CLU), M.A. in Sport Management (USF), Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership (Pepperdine University), Post-graduate certificate in Management Analytics with a Sports focus (MIT)

  • Conducts seminars, adjunct courses, and university workshops at institutions including Pepperdine University, UCSB, and MiraCosta College

  • Multiple awards, honors, and nominations for his approach to the classroom setting

  • Highlighting hiring criteria in big market sport professions based on geographical territories

  • Founded a company dedicated to educating sport professionals, creating career clubs across campuses, and partnering with prominent sport organizations

  • Collaborates with organizations such as Bally Sports Media, Bleacher Report, Los Angeles Kings, Los Angeles Rams, and others

  • Strives to provide students of all levels, backgrounds, and personal objectives with resources and knowledge for career success

Extras

  • Airport Shuttle service: $95 (Each way)

  • Registration fee: $99

  • Pocket Money: We suggest an extra $100 per week.

Requirements

Criteria for Admission:

  • Vaccination Requirements: May be necessary for in-person programs, depending on university policies.

  • Academic requirements:

    • For students entering grades 9-12

    • A grade point average of 3.0 (or equivalent)

  • English Proficiency for International Students: Telephone interview or minimum test scores:

    • TOEFL: 490 (paper) or 60 (iBT).

    • Cambridge: PET-Distinction or FCE-C.

    • SAT: 450 in Reading/Writing.

  • Decisions are emailed within 7 to 10 business days after application review.


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