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University of Southern Indiana

Sport Management program

Practicum Handbook

SPTM 302 – Recreational Sports

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Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . 3

Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . 3

Practicum Process . . . . . . . . 4

Roles and Responsibilities . . . . . . . 5

Practicum Eligibility . . . . . . . . 7

Criteria for Evaluation . . . . . . . 8

Course Requirements . . . . . . . . 9

Other Important Information . . . . . . . 11

Application . . . . . . . . . 16

Work Agreement . . . . . . . . 17

Learning Goals Worksheet . . . . . . . 18

Bi-Weekly Hours Timesheet . . . . . . . 19

Bi-Weekly Report Outline . . . . . . . 20

Student Midterm Self-Evaluation . . . . . . 21

Student Final Evaluation . . . . . . . 22

Employer Midterm Evaluation . . . . . . 23

Employer Final Evaluation . . . . . . . 24

Guidelines for Completion of Personal Evaluation Paper . . . 25

Presentation Outline . . . . . . . . 26

Sport Management Portfolio Rubric . . . . . . 27

SPTM 302 and 303 Portfolio Academic Samples . . . . 30

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INTRODUCTION

The Sport Management program’s mission is to prepare undergraduate students for a

wide range of positions within the sport industry. The program’s faculty strives to create

an active learning environment that encourages students to be engaged, ethical, and

competent sport management professionals. The department’s teaching foundations value

both theory and practice as students participate in experiential learning, community

service, and peer and professional networking. These experiences are invaluable to

graduates as they enter into the multi-faceted sport industry as future leaders.

The practicum is one of the required experiential learning experiences designed to allow

students to gain actual experiences in the Sport Management field under the direct

supervision of a Sport Management professional. The practicum experience is completed

on campus with the USI Recreation, Fitness, and Wellness Center (SPTM 302 – 150

hours), and the USI Intercollegiate Athletic Department (SPTM 303 – 150 hours). Both

of these experiences are essential to the student’s preparation and education for entry into

sport management. The practicum offers sport management majors the opportunity to

take important steps toward future success. The practicum experiences provide numerous

benefits:

Students can develop new skills and apply classroom learning in a real world

environment.

Allow students to gain valuable experience while being evaluated as a source of

future employment.

Students have the opportunity to network with industry professionals which can

be a deciding factor in securing employment.

Offers USI or other businesses (if applicable) an opportunity to recruit future

employees who have proven themselves as interns.

Can be an impressive listing on a student’s resume and can be a deciding factor in

securing employment.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The practicum requirement for the University of Southern Indiana Sport Management

program is SPTM 302 – Practicum in Recreational Sports and SPTM 303 – Practicum in

Intercollegiate Athletics. The prerequisite for both of these courses is SPTM 283 and

Sophomore Standing.

The practicum exposes students to a practical learning environment through which they

apply classroom theory to reality. The practicum usually occurs on a part-time basis,

during the student’s sophomore or junior year, and focuses on specific objectives.

Students are allowed to take other coursework with the practicum, and therefore the sites

are within a reasonable driving distance of the university. The practicum integrates

coursework with planned and supervised recreational sports experiences for a total of 150

hours and intercollegiate athletic experiences for 150 hours. The Practicum in

Recreational Sports is completed at the USI Recreation, Fitness, and Wellness Center or

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other agreed upon facility if the RFWC is full. The Practicum in Intercollegiate Athletics

is completed at the USI Intercollegiate Athletic Department or other agreed upon facility

if the Athletic Department is full.

The practicum experience is expected to enhance the student’s academic experiences and

include academic requirements and a variety of assignments that document the

experience and provide opportunities for reflection via a required weekly logs and

reports, student personal evaluation paper, presentation, midterm/final student and

employer evaluations, and portfolio.

Students are highly encouraged to adopt the following text:

Bower, G. G. (2014). A guide to field experiences and careers in sport and physical

activity. Deer Park, NY: Linus Publications.

Student may already have the text from their prior field experience course completed

their freshmen year (SPTM 283).

PRACTICUM PROCESS

Two sport management practicum courses are required within the major at USI – SPTM

302 and SPTM 303.

The process is as follows:

1 Meet with Advisor - Students meet with faculty advisor to determine eligibility,

discuss areas of interest and the timing of the practicum.

2. Orientation - Students must attend a mandatory orientation prior to beginning

their practicum. The orientation will be scheduled following pre-registration

during the fall and spring semesters before the practicum begins so the application

process is not delayed. If a student cannot make the orientation another time will

be set-up for the student to meet with the Faculty Internship [Practicum]

Coordinator. Students will have the opportunity to meet with the supervisor of the

USI Recreation, Fitness, and Wellness Center, and the supervisor for the

Intercollegiate Athletic Department during the orientation meeting.

4. Develop Preliminary Materials - Students must develop a well-written and

current resume, cover letter, and reference page. Students should update the

resume, cover letter, and reference page that were developed for their previous

experiences (SPTM 283). The student should give the resume, cover letter, and

reference page directly to the supervisor of the Recreation, Fitness, and Wellness

Center and/or the Intercollegiate Athletic Department.

5. Submit Paperwork - Once the practicum paperwork (completed application,

work agreement, and learning goals) is completed by the supervisor of the

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practicum experience, students should submit the documents to the Faculty

Internship [Practicum] Coordinator PRIOR to beginning the experience. In

addition, students should submit a resume, cover letter, and reference.

6. Submit Assignments - Students will be required to submit bi-weekly logs and

reports, student and employer midterm/final evaluations, presentation, student

personal evaluation paper, and portfolio. An outline of due dates are provided on

the Kinesiology and Sport website and located on Blackboard. Assignments are

described in greater detail within this handbook.

7. Maintain Communication - The Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator and

student will maintain communication throughout the practicum.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

Students

Students are expected to:

1. Develop learning goals in consultation with their site supervisor.

2. Complete all paperwork (application, work agreement, resume, cover letter,

reference page) and register prior to beginning the practicum

3. Perform all assignments bi-weekly timesheets & reports, midterm/final

evaluations, personal evaluation paper, presentation, portfolio) as required by the

Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator.

4. Maintain communication with the Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator.

The student shall schedule periodic conferences with the Faculty Internship

[Practicum] Coordinator. The number and nature of these conferences shall be

determined by the Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator.

5. Notify site supervisor in the event of absence. A practicum is the equivalent of

being a regular employee of the organization. A student must be on-site whenever

scheduled. Extended periods of illness, etc. may necessitate dropping the

practicum for the semester.

6. Perform all assigned tasks to the satisfaction of the site supervisor.

7. Notify Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator of any problems or schedule

changes.

8. Honor the ethical standards and professional codes and practices of the Sport

Management field. While working at the practicum site, the student is considered

a representative of the organization. The student represents not only themselves

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but the practicum site, and the Kinesiology and Sport Department. The student

should leave a positive impression for a potential job opportunity.

9. Notify Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator if the student feels that early

termination of the practicum is desired or needed. Circumstance may arise which

would cause a student to terminate their practicum prior to the scheduled end date.

If, for any reason, a student feels that early termination of the practicum may be

desired or needed, the student MUST meet with the Faculty Internship

[Practicum] Coordinator and discuss the situation, desires, and needs. Under no

circumstance should a student prematurely terminate the practicum without first

notifying the Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator.

Employer - Site Supervisor

Employers are expected to:

1. Provide varied learning experiences and activities; it should not exploit the intern.

2. To work with student in developing a work schedule.

3. Provide continual evaluative information to the student regarding the intern’s

work and will submit a minimum of two written evaluations to the University.

4. Notify Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator if early termination of the

practicum is desired or needed. Circumstance may arise which would cause an

employer (Recreation, Fitness, and Wellness Center and/or Intercollegiate

Athletic Department) to terminate the practicum prior to the scheduled end date.

If, for any reason, an employer feels that early termination of the practicum may

be desired or needed, they should to contact the Faculty Internship [Practicum]

Coordinator.

Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator

The Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator is expected to:

1. Have final approval of site selection for the practicum in the event the Recreation,

Fitness, and Wellness Center and/or the Athletic Department are full.

2. Evaluate the student, via an onsite visit when applicable.

3. Responsible for assigning the student the final grade for the course based on the

students work, field supervisor’s input, and the on-site visit.

4. Be available to offer assistance, encouragement, support, and professional

direction to the student during this experience.

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5. Be available for any questions or concerns that the supervisor may have about an

individual student’s performance or the practicum program as a whole.

PRACTICUM ELIGIBILITY

Students can enroll in a practicum for credit providing the following requirements are

met:

1. Students have completed SPTM 283 and be Sophomore standing.

2. The work experience is completed at the Recreation, Fitness, and Wellness Center

(SPTM 302) and the Intercollegiate Department (SPTM 303). If either

organization is too full for the student to complete the hours, an agreed upon

facility will be approved by the Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator.

The work experience has to be directly related to the sport management field.

3. The work experience should NOT be supervised by a family member or close

friend.

4. The student agrees to meet standards of work and performance that are expected

by the University, Department, and Employer.

5. Students must register prior to beginning their practicum. Credit will not be

awarded for work completed before the student is official registered.

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CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION

This course is graded satisfactory/unsatisfactory/passing. In order to receive a passing

grade, students must submit ALL of the assignments and accumulate at least 80% on the

final portfolio. If the student does not complete an 80% they are able to resubmit until

they reach the 80%. Until the 80% is met the student will receive an incomplete. Students

may also be given an incomplete grade if they do not complete the designated hours in

the allotted timeframe.

Assignments Points

Application 0

Practicum Work Agreement 0

Learning Goals Worksheet 25

Resume 25

Cover Letter 25

Reference Page 10

Timesheets & Bi-Weekly Reports *240 (12 timesheets x 20)

Employer Evaluations & Student Self-Evaluations (4) 100 (4 x 25)

Faculty Site Visit 25

Personal Evaluation Paper 75

Presentation 25

Portfolio 100 (minimum - 80%)

Total Points 650

A = 585-650

B = 520-584

C = 455-519

D = 390-454

F = 389 or below

*The number of timesheets submitted may be more or less depending on hours completed

each week.

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COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Application, Work Agreement, Learning Goals Worksheet

Students must submit an Practicum Application, Practicum Work Agreement, and

Learning Goals Worksheet PRIOR to beginning a practicum. The Practicum Application

and Practicum Work Agreement needs to be filled out in its entirety.

The Practicum Application includes information on the student and employers and

approval signatures.

The Practicum Work Agreement includes information on roles and responsibilities of the

student and employer and approval signatures. A sample of the application and work

agreement are found in the back of this handbook.

The Learning Goals Worksheet allows the students to develop five goals they wish to

achieve as a result of participating in the practicum experience.

Resume, Cover Letter, Reference Page

Students must submit a current resume, cover letter, and reference page. Students are

encouraged to update their resume, cover letter, and reference page that was developed in

SPTM 283. The Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator will edit and recommend

changes or additions. Student must revise and correct their resume for final submission.

Students are encouraged to seek assistance from the Faculty Internship [Practicum]

Coordinator. Students may also use the book that was required in SPTM 283 – A Guide

to Field Experiences and Careers in Sport and Physical Activity.

Timesheets & Bi-Weekly Reports

The student is required to commit to a minimum of 150 hours per site (USI Recreation,

Fitness, and Wellness Center & the USI Athletic Department). The practicum hours are

tracked through the submission of Bi-Weekly Timesheets and Evaluation Logs. Failure to

submit an evaluation log with the timesheet will result in a 0 for the assignment and hours

will NOT be recorded.

Students must submit at least one page (typed) concerning their practicum experience for

the previous two weeks. Entries should be both objective (who, what, when, and where)

and subjective (how and why). Students must record events, issues, topics discussed,

concerns, outcomes, decisions, etc. Students must make note of the environment in which

an activity or interaction occurred, and how people behaved and responded. Students

must analyze and suggest alternative ways of handling interaction. Some guidance to

completing the bi-weekly report is to answer the following questions:

What did I accomplish this past two weeks?

Did I learn anything new and if so, what?

Did I accomplish any of my goals this past two weeks?

Was there anything unusual that occurred this past two weeks?

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How can I relate any of my experiences to courses I have taken?

What else would I like to share about my experiences?

The timesheet and bi-weekly report outline is found in the back of this handbook.

Midterm/Final Employer Evaluations and Student Self-Evaluations

Students are required to complete a Midterm/Final Employer Evaluations and Student

Self-Evaluations during the internship. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the Site

Supervisors when each evaluation is due. The midterm evaluations are due at 75 hours.

The final evaluations are due following the completion of the 150 hours.

Faculty Site Visit

The Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator will conduct a site visit once during the

Internship to evaluate the site and meet with the site supervisor. The student is

responsible for setting up the site visit. The site visit typically lasts between 20-30

minutes and involves a tour of the facility, an the Faculty Internship [Practicum]

Coordinator meeting with the site supervisor to discuss the students’ performance and the

practicum program as a whole.

Personal Evaluation Paper

Students must submit a Personal Evaluation paper of the practicum site and experience at

the end of the semester. Students must use the Personal Evaluation outline that is

included in this handbook and posted on Blackboard. The information to be included in

the Personal Evaluation paper will include the agency description, accomplishments of

learning goals, professional experience, special projects assigned, self-analysis of

practicum experience, and recommendations relative to university, agency, and agency

supervisor. The Personal Evaluation paper is utilized to evaluate the site for future

participation in the USI practicum program.

Presentations

Students will present on the last day of class. All students are required to develop a

maximum of 12 Powerpoint slides. One copy should be submitted to the Faculty

Internship Coordinator. BUSINESS ATTIRE IS A REQUIRMENT for the

presentation. Failure to turn in all the materials or dress in business attire for the

presentations results in a deduction of points from the presentation score. The

information to be included in the presentation will include the practicum site location

information, description of practicum experience, the impact of the experiences, and the

evaluation. Students must use the Presentation Outline located on in this handbook and

posted on Blackboard to develop the presentation.

Showcase Portfolio

Students will submit a portfolio on the last day of class. Students should not have to

prepare too much in developing the portfolio as this was an assignment that began in

SPTM 283 – Field Experience in Sport and Physical Activity. The portfolio rubric should

be submitted with the portfolio and be placed in the beginning of the portfolio in left hand

pocket. In the event the student did not maintain his or her portfolio, they may use A

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Guide to Field Experiences and Careers in Sport and Physical Activity – Chapter 5 for

guidance or ask for assistance from the Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator. The

Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator has samples available for students to review.

The showcase portfolio is worth 100 points and students must complete an 80% or higher

to receive a grade for the course. Students will have the opportunity to make the

necessary changes to the portfolio in the event he or she does not make an 80% or higher.

The students will have to obtain an 80% or an Incomplete will be given as a grade for the

course.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Inclement Weather

The University has a weather alert system (RAVE). Students can sign up at

http://www.usi.edu/emergency/alerts.asp and receive accurate and timely text information

about weather related decisions - whether the university is open or closed for business. In

the case of inclement weather, students need to exercise sound judgment about driving to

class and make a decision based on their safety first.

ADA Accommodations

To qualify for accommodation assistance, students must first register to use the disability

resources in the Counseling Center, Orr Center Room 1051, 812/464-1867,

http://www.usi.edu/cou/. Students who have successfully registered with the Counseling

Center are asked to meet privately with the course faculty as early in the semester as

possible to discuss any requested accommodations. To help insure that accommodations

will be available when needed, students are encouraged to meet with course faculty at

least 7 days prior to the actual need for the accommodation.

Academic Integrity

Academic Integrity Policy is listed on the next four pages. The Academic Integrity Policy

is taken directly from the Dean of Students Website at the following link

https://www.usi.edu/deanofstudents.

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UNIVERISTY OF SOUTHERN INDIANA

SPORT MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM (SPTM 302)

APPLICATION

Semester and year student requests practicum _________________________________________

Circle One - Paid or Unpaid Amount Paid $_____

Student Contact Information

Students Name_____________________________Student ID___________________________

Current Address_____________________City_______________State_____ Zip Code_______

Phone Number (mobile) _________________ E-Mail (required)_________________________

Internship Site Information (Provide complete and accurate information)

Proposed Internship Sponsoring Organization

______________________________________________________________________________

Site Supervisor Name and Title

______________________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address __________________ City ________ State ____________ Zip Code ________

Phone Number (Work) _______________ E-Mail (required) ___________________________

Site Internet Address _______________________________________________________

Attach a copy of the job description or general responsibilities to this application.

Site Supervisor ____________________________ Date____________________________

Student __________________________________ Date____________________________

USI Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator Approval ___________________Date ________

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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN INDIANA


WORK AGREEMENT

I, the undersigned, have read the following and agree:

This contract and any other forms required by the USI Faculty Internship [Practicum]

Coordinator must be completed before the internship begins. Calculation of hours spent

in the field begins after the proper contracts have been returned to the USI Faculty

Internship [Practicum] Coordinator. No credit will be given if this condition is not met,

regardless of time spent in the field.

The student should honor the ethical standards and professional codes and practices of

the field of the internship.

The practicum should provide varied learning experiences and activities; it should not

exploit the student.

The student’s work responsibilities and work schedule, including vacation time, shall be

arranged by the intern and the internship field supervisor.

The number of working hours per internship shall be a minimum of 150 hours per

semester.

The student will maintain a log documenting the practicum. The Faculty Internship

[Practicum] Coordinator may require additional material which will be stated in the Sport

Management Practicum Handbook.

The legal agreement between the University and the organization shall be effective until

formally rescinded by the Kinesiology and Sport Department and the organization.

The practicum site supervisor will provide continued evaluative information to the intern

regarding the student’s work and will submit a minimum of two written evaluations to the

Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator.

The student shall schedule periodic conferences with the Faculty Internship [Practicum]

Coordinator. The number and nature of these conferences shall be determined by the

Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator. Failure to adhere to an agreed upon schedule

of these conferences will result in the termination of the practicum.

The practicum may also be terminated at any time that (1) one or more of the above

conditions is violated; or (2) an agreement to terminate is decide mutually between the

below signed parties.

Please complete the information below indicating you have read the Practicum Work Agreement.

_____________________________________________ _________________________________

Student Date Student ID

___________________________________________ __ _________________________________

USI Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator Date Site Supervisor


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LEARNING GOALS WORKSHEET

A practicum is most productive when students articulate and record their learning goals at the

beginning of the work experience. First, determine what you hope to gain from the practicum.

Then, discuss with your supervisor to make sure the position will offer you the opportunity of

achieving these goals. At midterm, we will evaluate the progress of your goal achievements.

To be meaningful, goal statements must be

Specific

Measurable

Verifiable

Achievable

Agreed upon

List below five goals which you wish to achieve as a result of participating in this practicum

experience.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.


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Sport Management Practicum (SPTM 302)

Bi-Weekly Hours

Students Name Semester/Year:

Practicum Site City, State:

Signature of Site Supervisor Date:

Signature of Student Date:

Week One Date Hours Worked Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

TOTAL

WEEK 1

Week

Two

Date Hours Worked

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

TOTAL

WEEK 2

GRAND

TOTAL

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BI-WEEKLY REPORT OUTLINE

You must submit at least one page (typed) concerning your practicum experiences during the

previous two weeks. Utilize the following question in developing your report

a. What did you accomplish this past two weeks?

b. Did you learn anything new and if so, what?

c. Did you accomplish any of my goals this past two weeks?

d. Was there anything unusual this past two weeks?

e. How can you relate any of this to courses you have taken?

f. What else would you like to share about my experience?

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STUDENT MIDTERM SELF-EVALUATION

Student Name __________________________ Date __________________________

Practicum Site Name_____________________________________________________________

Site Supervisor ________________________________ Title of Site Supervisor______________

Site Supervisor Phone Number __________________ Site Supervisor Email ______________

Describe the major duties of your position

PERFORMANCE SELF-RATING

The following section is designed to let you evaluate yourself on your current practice

assignment. This will help you to identify those aspects of your performance which can be

considered assets to you professional growth, as well as those work habits that are in need of

improvement. Using a scale of 1-5, please rank the following where 1 is strongly disagree and 5

is strongly agree.

CATEGORY Strongly Disagree Strongly Agree

Comments COMMENTS

Produces a good volume of work 1 2 3 4 5

Produces quality work 1 2 3 4 5

Exhibits effective oral communications 1 2 3 4 5

Exhibits effective written communications 1 2 3 4 5

Has ability to apply academic training to job 1 2 3 4 5

Prepare and organize work effectively 1 2 3 4 5

Take the initiative; a self-starter 1 2 3 4 5

Adjust to organization’s procedures and policies 1 2 3 4 5

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:


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STUDENT FINAL SELF-EVALUATION





PERFORMANCE SELF-RATING Paying particular attention to those areas which you indicated on your mid-term evaluation that

needed improvement, rate yourself on the same criteria. In the comments section, discuss briefly

what specific progress you have made in each area.

CATEGORY Strongly Disagree Strongly Agree Comments






Prepare and organize work effectively 1 2 3 4 5

Take the initiative; a self-starter 1 2 3 4 5


ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

SITE RATING 1. How frequently did your supervisor review your progress with you?

Daily _____ Weekly _____ Occasionally _____ Did not review _____

2. Has this experience altered your academic or career goals? Yes ___ No ___ Please Explain:

3. All work experiences, regardless of how enjoyable or frustrating, are learning experiences.

Describe your most enlightening learning/work experience while participating in this program.


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EMPLOYER MIDTERM EVALUATION





EVALUATION INSTRUCTIONS

This form should be completed by the individual in the best position to evaluate the student’s training.

Using a scale 1-5, please rank the following where 1 is strongly disagree and 5 is strongly agree.

A. POSITION PERFORMANCE: Circle the number which best describes the student’s performance on this assignment.

CATEGORY Strongly Disagree Strongly Agree COMMENTS






Has ability to learn 1 2 3 4 5

Displays analytical ability 1 2 3 4 5

Has good problem solving ability 1 2 3 4 5

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness 1 2 3 4 5

Has ability to work under pressure 1 2 3 4 5

Demonstrates original and creative thinking 1 2 3 4 5

B. WORK HABITS: Circle the number which best describes the student’s individual work habits.

CATEGORY Strongly Disagree Strongly Agree COMMENTS

Prepares and organizes work effectively 1 2 3 4 5

Takes the initiative; a self-starter 1 2 3 4 5


Has ability to adjust to nonroutine assignments 1 2 3 4 5

Keeps constructively busy and mentally alert 1 2 3 4 5

Has healthy attitude toward organization 1 2 3 4 5

Is cooperative in working relationships with others 1 2 3 4 5

Exhibits diligences and perseverance 1 2 3 4 5

Performs tasks with industry and drive 1 2 3 4 5

Demonstrates a willingness to accept responsibility 1 2 3 4 5

________________________ _________ ____________________ ______

Site Supervisor Date Student Date


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EMPLOYER FINAL EVALUATION





PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

A. PERSONAL CHARACTERISITCS that will help or hinder the student’s professional

development. Consider such categories as professional maturity, personal appearance and habits,

authority acceptance, self-reliance, dependability, desire for self-improvement, adaptability,

leadership abilities, enthusiasm, honesty, acceptance of constructive criticism, and willingness to

adjust self-interest to group interests. (Other applicable characteristics may be added by the

rater.)

SUMMARY OF STRENGTHS SUMMARY OF DEVELOPMENTAL NEEDS

1. ______________________________________________ 1. ______

2. ______________________________________________ 2.

3. ______________________________________________ 3.

B. GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

1. Does this student appear to be making satisfactory progress for this stage of development?

Yes ___No ___ Please Explain:

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

2. Estimate student’s potential

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

3. Would you recommend this student for future employment in this or another company?

Yes ___ No ___ Why?

PROGRAM EVALUATION 1. Has USI’s practicum been effective in meeting the needs of your organization? Yes _ No_

2. Was the student’s academic training appropriate and related to the Professional practice

position in your organization? Yes ___ No ___

3. Any additional comments about the program?

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________ ________ ___________________ ______

Site Supervisor Date Student Date


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Guidelines for Completion of Personal Evaluation Paper

The student should include the following for submission of Personal Evaluation Paper:

1. Agency Description – Philosophy, goals and objectives of overall system and units

involved, organizational structure, programs and services, and areas and facilities (attach

a copy of the organizational chart showing lines of authority, policy and procedures

manual, etc.)

2. Learning Goals - accomplishments of those learning goals

3. Professional Experience – Nature and scope of practicum experience to include the

following areas:

Program areas: Intercollegiate athletics, recreational sports, professional sport, media,

health & fitness, sport facilities, event management, sporting goods, and other.

Settings: playgrounds, centers, special facilities, parks, etc.

Population served: collegiate or youth athletes, those interested in recreational

activities, etc.

4. Special Projects Assigned – Nature and scope of any special projects assigned by

agency supervisor (put copies in your showcase portfolio).

5. Self-Analysis of Practicum Experience – Personal and professional growth,

development of competencies, recognition of strengths and weakness, suggestions for

self-improvement, surfacing of future career interests.

6. Recommendations Relative to University, Agency, and Agency Supervisor –

Recommendations and suggestions to the University for improving the practicum

experience. Recommendations and suggestions to the agency for improving the

practicum experience. Recommendations and suggestions to the agency supervisor for

improving the practicum experience.

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Presentation Outline

The presentation may not exceed 12 slides (including cover/title page) and should use

Microsoft PowerPoint presentation software. The presentation should be printed out

using the 6 slides per page print settings in PowerPoint. The student should copy the

presentation on one page, front and back, and bring at least 1 copy of the presentation for

the Faculty Internship [Practicum] Coordinator. Students will also be graded on their

questions and discussion with the presenters.

I. Practicum Site Location Information

Include Site Supervisor’s full name, title, company name, mailing

address, phone number

II. Summary

Write a brief description of your practicum experience.

III. Impact

What did you learn about yourself?

In what areas did you experience the most personal growth?

In what areas did you experience the most professional growth?

What insights have you gained about your field?

What skills did you obtain from this experience?

How has the practicum experience influenced your career goals?

Please Explain.

IV. Evaluation

Did the experience meet your personal expectations?

How would you assess your performance during the practicum?

Would you recommend this site to future students?

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Sport Management Portfolio Rubric

Criteria Descriptor Great/Excellent (8-10)

Satisfactory/ Good (5-7)

Unsatisfactory/ Poor 0-4

Clear, Organized and Professional format Pages 116-117

Professional Binder, Cover page, table of contents, dividers, business card, and materials accessible.

Each item included in the portfolio must be preceded by an explanation sheet.

Portfolio missing 0-1 descriptors listed to the left. Missing 0-1 explanation sheets.

Portfolio missing 2-3 descriptors listed to the left. Missing 2-3 explanation sheets.

Portfolio missing 3 or more explanation sheets or do not include any explanation sheets. Missing more than 3 explanation sheets or do not include any explanation sheets.

Career Plan Pages 121

A career plan based on the following criteria: academics, goals, related work experience, university/professional activities, certifications/membership/conferences and career strategies

Career plan provides a vision of how to obtain valuable experience through all criteria over the next three years.

Career plan provides criteria to accomplish over the next three years but does not provide clarity.

Some elements of the career plan are missing

Philosophy Statement Pages 119-121

The philosophy statement includes a 1 page description of the vision that clearly presents the beliefs of the student as it relates to leadership positions within sport management.

Philosophy is clear and compelling

Philosophy is adequately developed

Philosophy is poorly developed

Resume Pages 39-77

Resume provide the majority of the following elements: content information, objectives and/or skills, personal attribute, education background, military experience, scholarship material, relevant work experience, volunteer experiences, professional certifications, memberships, awards NOTE: not all of these headings will be appropriate for all students.

Resume includes appropriate elements for student’s development. No spelling errors.

Resume lacks a 1-2 appropriate elements. Elements are not in right order. There is 1 spelling error and one case of improper grammar.

Resume lacks more than 2 appropriate elements. Elements are not in the right order. There are multiple or spelling or grammar errors.

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Academic Plan/ Transcript Page 121

A 4-year academic plan. A transcript of the course work completed throughout college.

A copy of the 4-year academic plan is included in addition to the transcript.

A copy of either the 4-year academic plan or the transcript is included.

Neither a copy of the 4-year plan or the transcript is included

*Academic Samples Knowledge and skills Broad-Based Skills

Academic skills samples that are reflective of the student’s “best work” and demonstrates abilities to meet job requirements of sport management positions. The skills samples are based on assignments completed in relation to sport management knowledge & Skills (management, sport marketing, legal aspects of sport, finance/accounting/economics, ethics in sport management) and broad-base skills (leadership/teamwork, communication skills, critic al thinking/analytical/problem solving skills, technology skills)

The student provided academic samples that are reflective of “best work” based on all categories of knowledge and skills and broad-based skills.

The student provided academic samples that are reflective of “best work” but 1-2 samples are missing from the categories knowledge and skills and broad-based skills.

The student did not provide academic samples of “best work” and missed more than 3 or more knowledge and skills and broad based skills.

Previous Employment/Field Experience Pages 121-124

Relevant work experience and/or field experience artifacts that provide the employer with an idea of hands-on sport management skills. A summary identifying the sport management skills that were developed during the work experience and/or field experience.

Relevant work experiences and/or field experience artifacts were provided. A summary identifying the sport management skills that were developed during the work experience and/or field experience was provided for all or the majority of the experiences.

The majority of relevant work experiences and/or field experience artifacts were provided. A summary identifying the sport management skills that were developed during the work experience and/or field experience was provided for some of the experiences.

Relevant work experiences and/or field experience artifacts were incomplete or not provided. A summary identifying the sport management skills that were developed during the work experience and/or field experience was provided for minimal or none of the experiences.

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Professional Development Pages 124-130

Relevant professional development materials such as presentations, publications, organization memberships, continuing education, certifications, honors and awards

All or sufficient professional development summary and artifacts included within the portfolio.

Insufficient or poorly written professional development summary and/or insufficient artifacts included within the portfolio.

Missing summary but included supporting artifacts OR provided poorly written summary report and no artifacts.

Service Material Pages 121-124

University, community, and professional organization with a summary report and artifacts to support the report. This section may also include pictures of involvement within the event.

All or sufficient service material summary report with artifacts provided within portfolio.

Insufficient service material summary report with artifacts provided within portfolio.

Missing summary report but included supporting artifacts OR provided poorly written summary report and no supporting artifacts.

Support Material Pages 130-131

Support from individuals (faculty, employers, and coaches) who have seen you perform and would recommend you for a position. Biographies of individuals are included.

Three credible letters of recommendation and biographies were included within portfolio

Two credible letters of recommendations were present but no biographies.

One or no letters of recommendation or biographies were present.

Reference:

Bower, G. G. (2014). A guide to field experiences and careers in sport and physical activity. Deer

Park, New York: Linus Publications.

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SPTM 302 and 303

Portfolio

Academic Samples

Please include one (1) (technology may not have one) of the following of each of the Sport

Management and Skills and Broad-Based Business Skills samples within the portfolio. For the

Leadership/Teamwork Business Skills samples include all that are applicable. Assignments other than

the ones listed must be approved by the Faculty Internship Coordinator.

NOTE: Only use one (1) assignment once in the portfolio. Do not duplicate assignments. For example,

if SPTM 332 is used for Management then it should not be used for Sport Marketing section.

*Sport Management Knowledge and Skills samples:

Management

SPTM 332 – Sport Facility Project

SPTM 334 – Intramural League Paper OR Athletic Experience

Sport Marketing


SPTM 333 - Team Marketing Plan


Legal Aspects of Sport – SPTM 451 (if applicable)


Finance/Accounting/Economics



Ethics in Sport Management

SPTM 336 – Policy Development Case Study

SPTM 336 – Structure and Governance of Organization Assignment

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*Broad-Based Business Skills samples:

Leadership/Teamwork – Demonstrate your involvement as a leader. Did you manage a

specific area that involved leading others? How did you work as a team member? Include

specific activities (include only those that are applicable)

Leadership role in the Sport Management Club or other organization

SPTM 283 Field Experience responsibilities

Member of a USI Athletic Team

Work related leadership/teamwork

Communication Skills (written/oral) – Include samples of written communication –

memos, proposal, schedules, letters, handbooks or manuals, presentations

SPTM 223 – Historical Research Paper

SPTM 228 – Sport Management Issues Paper

SPTM 225 – Book Report

SPTM 288 - Strategic Sport Communication Plan

SPTM 334 – Intramural League Paper

SPTM 335 – Synthesis Presentation

Critical Thinking/Analytical/Problem Solving Skills – How/where have you provided

ideas and input to help improve the organizations operations or activities? What problem

solving activities have you been involved in?

SPTM 223– Choose 1 Experiential Project

SPTM 336 – Governance Case Study

Technology Skills – What kind of technology have you learned how to use?

SPTM 353 - Sport Blogs Portfolio (if applicable)

SPTM 353 – USI Basketball Twitter Project (if applicable)

SPTM 353 – Social Media Report (if applicable)

Summary of what you used during your internship (if applicable)

Documents

University of Southern Indiana Sport Management program · PDF filePresentation Outline . . . . . . . . 26 Sport ... The practicum requirement for the University of Southern Indiana