Exclusive Summer Pre College Sports Management Program for High Schoolers on UCLA Campus

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

• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Lawn games, and more.

• 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

• 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.

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

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.

Tutors:

• Courses are taught by accomplished and passionate faculty recruited from many area colleges, universities and professional forums.
• Each faculty member is selected for their subject area expertise and proven ability to both challenge and captivate students.

• Airport Shuttle service: $95 (Each way)

• Registration fee: $99 (Included in course fee)

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