2023-24 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 23, 2024  
2023-24 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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SPM 355 - Sport Tourism and Mega-Events

Study of participatory sport tourism and mega-event-based tourism from local to international levels. Examines relationship between the industries of sports and tourism, including economic impact, marketing, financial aspects of mega-events, motives for people to travel and host large sporting events that lead to an industry focused on sports attractions, events and experiences for tourists. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Identify participant motivations for engaging in sport tourism.
  2. Analyze mega-event successes and failures within a social, historical and strategic context.
  3. Compare/contrast mega-events from host and tourist perspectives.



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