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Course Description

As athletes, fans, and organizations increasingly engage with sports beyond national borders, the distinction between domestic and international sport systems continues to blur. This course examines the global landscape of sport governance, development, and competition, with emphasis on how sport systems are structured and managed outside the United States. Students explore how international federations, Olympic committees, and national governing bodies organize sport, allocate resources, and balance competitive, cultural, and economic priorities across different regions of the world.
 

Learner Outcomes

1. Compare governance structures and development models between U.S. sport systems and international sport systems.


2. Analyze the role of global sport institutions in shaping participation, equity, and competitive pathways.


3. Evaluate international case studies to identify cross-cultural management challenges and opportunities in sport.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Type
Class
Days
M
Time
5:15PM to 7:45PM
Dates
Sep 28, 2026 to Dec 07, 2026
Campus
UCSB Campus
Building
Kerr Hall
Room
Room 2166A
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
40.0
Location
Delivery Options
Hybrid  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee credit (4 units) $685.00
Potential Discount(s)
Available for Credit
4 units

Section Notes

Steps to Enroll

Schedule:

Monday evenings, 5:15PM - 7:45PM

First day of course: Mon, Sept 28th
Last day of course: Mon, Dec 7th

Finals week: Mon, Dec 7th

Recorded lectures will be posted by the instructor every Thursday. Students are expected to fully review the weekly lecture and any supplemental materials provided in order to actively participate in class the following week.

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Late Registration Notice: 
Self-enrollment will be available until 11:59 PM PT the Day before the 2nd class session. If you wish to enroll after that time, please contact PaCE Support at help@professional.ucsb.edu

Required Textbook(s):
Students are required to purchase the textbook(s) assigned by the instructor. The instructor will provide details to the class before the course start date.

No refunds after 10/11/26
A minimum $40 non-refundable administrative fee per course is charged for all drops. See the full Drop Policy here.