SPT 2110 — Legal and Ethical Issues in Sports
This course provides an overview of the legal and ethical considerations central to the field of sports management. The student will examine foundational legal principles related to contracts, liability, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance within the sports industry. Special attention will be given to current issues such as Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights and their impact on amateur and collegiate athletics. The course also explores ethical challenges faced by athletes, coaches, administrators, and organizations including sportsmanship, doping, gambling, discrimination, and athlete exploitation. Through theoretical frameworks, case studies, and real-world controversies the student will engage in critical analysis of the socio-cultural issues that influence and are influenced by sports. Prerequisite: Completion of . (3 lect.)