It is an interdisciplinary field designed to provide graduates with a broad and coherent understanding of applied exercise and sports sciences in terms of fitness and sports coaching, and the management of fitness and sports programs in various industry settings. The fitness and sports coaching major is a standalone degree but it enhances and complements the coaching licensure and/or certification accredited by relevant international and national governing sports bodies, as well as fitness-related certifications by reputable organizations in the field. This knowledge and skills base allow graduates to address the relevant needs of employers and pursue further specialization studies.
PROGRAM GOALS
As a four-year degree program, the BSESS aims to provide graduates with the ability to:
- Understand the key concepts, processes and theories related to fitness and sports coaching or management;
- Plan, design, manage, execute and evaluate safe, effective and enjoyable fitness and sports programs in various industry settings (i.e. commercial and corporate);
- Communicate fluently and accurately their knowledge of applied exercise and sports sciences to those they work with and work for; to their fellow professionals, allied professionals and practitioners, and to other relevant stakeholders;
- Communicate effectively in oral, written and technology formats advocacies that relate to the promotion of fitness and wellness, the advancement of the profession and the disciplines of exercise and sports sciences, sports management and physical education, respectively by pursuing and supporting policy initiatives as well as social reforms;
- Discriminate among the different methods of research or inquiry, data collection and analysis; as well as properly evaluate evidence in the context of research methods and data sources.
- Recognize their moral and ethical responsibilities by acting with integrity, and a high degree of professionalism;
- Engage in reflective practice by identifying personal learning goals and professional development goals; advocating for a healthy and active lifestyle by striving to be a role model to others.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Fitness and Recreation Leader/Consultant
- Sports, Fitness and Wellness Facilities Manager
- Sports, Fitness and Recreational Events Manager
- Sports Tourism Officer (i.e. local government)
- Fitness, Sports and Recreation Entrepreneur
