Recreation and Sport Studies

This course will provide students with an in-depth examination of the financial issues and challenges facing public and not-for-profit recreation and sport organizations. The course will examine traditional revenue sources such as property taxes, and bonds but will also explore newer concepts of resource generation such as exactions, less-than-fee simple acquisitions, private-public partnerships, contracting out of services, sponsorship, donations and foundations. Various budgeting and financial control systems will also be examined. The course will utilize a variety of delivery methods including lecture, class discussion, guest speakers, individual and small-group work.