MASTER OF

SCIENCE IN SPORTS
MANAGEMENT
ADVANCING THE
LEADERS IN GOLF

WELCOME TO
CALIFORNIA
UNIVERSITY OF
MANAGEMENT AND
SCIENCES
Congratulations on
your commitment
toward advancing
your career in golf

At CALUMS, we are committed

to providing the highest quality
Master Degree in Sports
Management with an emphasis
on golf. Graduates of this program
will gain advanced knowledge
and competencies in the golf
concentration.

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THE MASTER OF
SPORTS MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM CONSISTS OF
CORE COURSES,
MAJOR COURSES AND
ELECTIVE COURSES

The objectives of this program are:

To provide students with advanced knowledge

and competencies in sports management with a

concentration in golf
To equip students with effective teaching
methodologies in golf
To instill social responsibility in sports
development within the community
To provide career advancement opportunities for
graduates

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To accomodate the schedules of

busy professionals, our classes are
offered one day a week for four
hours. The Master Degree in Sports
Management program consists of
approximately 15 courses.

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CORE COURSES

Business Statistics and Analysis

Leadership and Organizational Behavior
Leisure Sports Management I
Sports Law
Research Methods in Sports
Sports Seminar: Advanced Special Topics

MAJOR COURSES

Golf Psychology Seminar

Advanced Turf Grass Management
Advanced Golf Rules and Regulations
Techniques in Coaching Golf
Golf Seminar: Advanced Special Topics

BUSINESS STATISTICS AND

ANALYSIS
This course covers the application
of Statistics. Derivation of basic
statistical concepts used in
business. Topics include probability
distributions, moment-generating
functions, sampling theory, statistical
inference, regression, and correlation.

LEADERSHIP AND
ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR

This course will review how managers

can become effective leaders
by drawing on a knowledge of
contemporary concepts in the areas
of organizational behavior, change
and leadership.

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BECOME AN
EFFECTIVE
LEADER

UNDERSTAND
LEISURE SPORTS
MANAGEMENT AND
SPORTS LAW

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LEISURE SPORTS
MANAGEMENT 1

This course will build an

understanding on leisure sports
management. This includes best
ways to manage, exercise and teach
various leisure sports activities.

SPORTS LAW

This course expands on basic legal

concepts involved in the business
of sports. Students will be able
to understand fundamental legal
concepts relevant to tort law,
contract law, and constitutional law;
identify potential liability situations
in the supervision, management and
conduct of sport, recreation and
physical activity.

RESEARCH METHODS
IN SPORTS
This course explores the
quantitative and qualitative
research methods commonly
used in the sports industry.
Students will be able to
develop an understanding of
the principles and processes
involved in developing and
addressing specific research
topics involving sports; and
develop core competencies in
writing a research proposal.

SPORTS SEMINAR:
ADVANCED
SPECIAL TOPIC

This course engages the

student to participate
in a seminar on sports
development. Special
emphasis will be on current
events, new programs,
policy regulations, and
global issues related to the
sports industry.

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DEVELOP CORE
COMPETENCIES IN
RESEARCH
METHODS

GOLF PSYCOLOGY SEMINAR

This course is designed to provide students

with an understanding of the theoretical
structure that underlies psychology as it has
been applied to golf. There will be a particular
emphasis on the psychological concerns
that confronts coaches, physical educators,
organizations, athletes, teams, and highlights
optimal performance and the general health
benefits of sports.

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ADVANCED TURF GRASS

MANAGEMENT

This course builds on the foundation of Turf

Grass Fundamentals. The focus of this course
is on advanced concepts in the areas of soil
testing, seed production, seed certification,
seed buying, turf grass pests, diseases,
fertilization research, pesticides, herbicides,
insecticides, and fungicides.

ADVANCED
GOLF RULES AND
REGULATIONS

This course will provide in

depth explanations into the
rules and decisions in golf,
rule changes, definitions,
etiquette, amateur status
and the Royal and Ancients
relationship with the
USGA. The course will also
cover past complex golf
rulings and the USGA Rules
Decisions Book.

TECHNIQUES IN
COACHING GOLF

This course involves

researching top instructors
such as Haney, Harmon,
McLean, Hardy, Leadbetter
and Pelz to gain an
understanding into their
teaching philosophies.
An emphasis will be
placed on developing the
students own philosophy
by evaluating golf skills
through practice and
lessons.

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DEVELOP YOUR
TEACHING
PHILOSOPHY

GOLF SEMINAR:
ADVANCED SPECIAL
TOPICS

This seminar will introduce

graduate students to a variety
of tools, techniques and
concepts for the formulation and
implementation of a science in
sports management strategy.

SPORTS MANAGEMENT
MASTER DEGREE
PREREQUISITE COURSES

Principles of Management
Business Statistics I
Foundations of Sports Management
Anatomy/Physiology or Biomechanics

SPORTS MANAGEMENT
MASTER DEGREE
ELECTIVES

With Thesis, choose any one (1) course from other

major courses at the Masters level*
With Project, choose any two (2) courses from
other major courses at the Masters level.
With Comprehensive Exam, choose any three (3)
courses from other major courses at the Masters
level.

*Masters level (MBA, MSE, MSIB, MSCIS, MSHM)

TAKE CONTROL
OF YOUR FUTURE
Check our MSSM page to see the
complete course requirements

http://www.calums.edu/web2/an/32e_mssm.htm

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WHY CHOOSE
CALUMS?
INTERACTIVE AND
INDUSTRY LEADING
EDUCATION
Earn your degree
with our affordable

tuition & fees

Experience our
diverse campus
culture from over
countries

CALUMS is a non-profit
institution. Our mission
is to provide high quality
and affordable education
to serve the intellectual
and professional needs
of individuals and
organizations.

Part of what makes

studying at CALUMS
great, is the diverse
student body and faculty
from across the globe,
which will surely
expand and enrich your
experience.

At California University of
Management and Sciences,
we provide a fast application
process for your convenience and
our friendly admissions staff is
always available to answer your
questions.

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STEP 1

Click here to fill

out the online
Application Form
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California University of
Management and Sciences
admits all qualified applicants
regardless of sex, nationality,
creed, disability, or ethnic origin.
The University recruits and
admits only those students who
have the potential to complete
the programs successfully. The
prospective students motivation
and interest in succeeding
in his/her chosen field are
important factors for admission
consideration, as well as the
students academic qualification.

STEP 2

Submit the required

documents

Application Form (AM 210)

Bachelor Degree Diploma
Official Transcripts
Recommendation Letter (1)
Proof of English Proficiency*
Proof of Financial Resources*
I-20* Request Form
Admission Fees

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*International Students only
*I-20 is a Certificate of Eligibility
for Nonimmigrant (F1) Status to be
presented to the US consular officer
during visa interview.

Admission Evaluation
Applications will be evaluated
after we receive all documents
and admission fees. Applicants
may be asked to provide
additional evidence of academic
proficiency. Decisions typically
take 3 to 4 weeks. Once your
application has been approved,
we will issue a Letter of
Acceptance and mail the Form
I-20* (Certificate of Eligibility
for Nonimmigrant Status) from
a CALUMS designated school
official (DSO). If youre an
international student, proceed to
Step 3.

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Requirements Details:
Bachelor Degree Diploma

Applicants must have a minimum 4-year

bachelor degree in business related
areas such as business administration,
business management, management,
finance, economics, international business,
accounting, entrepreneurship, and human
resources. Applicants with non-business
related degrees may be required to take
prerequisite courses.

Official Transcripts

Official transcript must be requested from all

colleges or universities previously attended
and sent directly to CALUMS in the originally
sealed university envelope. Transcripts
in foreign languages must be officially
translated in English.

Recommendation Letter

Submit at least one recommendation letter

from an active member of the academe or
a business professional with credentials
who can comment objectively about your
professional qualifications.

Proof of English Proficiency*

If English is not your native language, you

must submit a Test of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL) score or International
English Language Testing System (IELTS)
score, taken not more than 2 years from the
date of application. Conditionally, you may
take an English Proficiency test upon your
arrival at CALUMS. If you dont pass the test,
you will have to take English Development
classes until demonstrating acceptable
English proficiency.
TOEFL score required: IELTS Score required:
Undergraduate: 45 iBT Undergraduate: 5.0
Graduate: 6.0
Graduate: 61 iBT
Visit their respective websites to learn more
about these tests.
TOEFL
ets.org/toefl
toefl@ets.org

IELTS International
ielts@ieltsintl.org
ielts.org

Original Financial Statement*

An official financial (bank) statement is

required to prove that you have the adequate
funds to support your education in the
United States. Minimum required amount
is $27,000 (undergraduate) and $25,000
(graduate); and additional $4,500 for each
dependent.
Bank statement must be requested
from your financial institution on official
letterhead and signed by an authorized
bank official. This statement must
include the total amount stated above.
If you have a sponsor who will cover your
expenses, you must fill out the Affidavit
for Financial Responsibility form and
have it signed by both the applicant and
the sponsor.

Admission Fees

1. $100 application fee.

2. $100 transcript evaluation. Optional
rush evaluation fee: $100 (2-day), $50
(5-day), $20 (10-day). WES evaluation:
WES ICAP (Applicants may choose to
send the transcript directly to WES). See
website for detailed information and
requirements.
http://www.wes.org/application/apply_
now.asp
3. $70 mailing fee (may vary per country).

Payment Method

Credit Card
1. Complete and sign form.
2. Send a copy of the credit card (front and
back).
3. If the credit card holder is not the
applicant, please send a copy of the
passport or any valid ID of the card
holder.
Wire Transfer
1. You must request our bank information
via email for this transaction.
2. Your bank may collect a wire transfer fee
of $30-$50 (please inquire at your bank).
3. CALUMS bank wire fee is $6.

STEP 3

Get your F1 (Student) Visa.

(For international Students Only)
Pay SEVIS I-901 fee prior to your visa interview.
Go to the SEVIS I-901 fee processing website
for complete information about paying your
SEVIS fee.
http://www.ice.gov/sevis/students

Complete Online Nonimmigrant

Visa Application, Form DS-160 to
schedule your interview.
https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/

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DURING YOUR
INTERVIEW:

Bring a copy of your passport,

the Letter of Acceptance, Form
I-20, SEVIS receipt, and bank
statement/affidavit for financial
support.
For other documents and
information in applying for
Student Visa, visit the link below.
http://travel.state.gov/content/
visas/english/study-exchange/
student.html

Visit the International Students page on our website to learn more about requirements and procedures.
http://www.calums.edu/web2/an/27_international_students.htm

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