Engage in European Sport Culture
Head to Manchester, England and immerse yourself in one of the world's most influential sporting cities.
Discover Manchester's history and innovation behind its global reputation and examine key issues shaping the future of sport at both the local and international levels.
The experience includes meetings and hands-on projects with professional sporting organizations like:
- Manchester United
- Liverpool FC
- Manchester Basketball
- Lancashire Cricket Club
- Sale Sharks Rugby Club
Lead by Gonzaga faculty and based at the University Academy 92 (UA92) in Manchester, England, the program is 6 credits, includes 3.5 weeks in Manchester and requires online work before and after the study abroad experience.
Course Details
Dates:
Estimated Costs:
- Tuition - 6 Credits: Est: $7,110*
- Study Abroad Fee: $1,660*
Tuition and program fees are an estimate and subject to change.
Costs Include:
- Shared accommodations with Gonzaga classmates in modern apartments
- Transportation in host city
- Visits with professional sport teams and organizations
- Welcome and goodbye dinner
- Insurance
Not Included:
- Airfare
- Most meals
- Textbooks or other course materials
- Personal expenses
Curriculum
The courses are hybrid with online components before and after your study abroad experience.
SPMT 612 Administration of Sport & Athletics - 3 Credits
An introduction to organizational theories and practices with an emphasis on the sport industries. Leadership styles and theories, organizational development, personnel, fiscal, and legal issues will be introduced. This course is designed to provide the student with te basic theories and principles involved in managing programs and facilities in the sport, health, and fitness industry.
SPMT 607 International Sport Management & Culture – 3 Credits
The intersection between global sport and society is an emerging area of study that focuses on the management and cross-cultural context of sport and the issues that surface when sport is examined through an international lens. This course will prepare students to think critically about the governance, business activities, media operations, and cross-cultural context of modern sport on an international level. This course is an interdisciplinary course in which students will learn about the history, politics, economics, and sociology of international sport. A major goal of this course is to bring greater awareness and understanding to cultural competencies and conflict management skills needed to function effectively in the international sport environment.
