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SPORT MANAGEMENT ACCREDITATION

SPORT MANAGEMENT ACCREDITATION. ACCREDITATION PROCESS OVERVIEW FEBRUARY 3, 2017. Philosophy of the COSMA Accreditation Model. Outcomes based/Mission driven Accreditation principles based on best practices in SM education Developmental – annual reporting focused on continuous improvement

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SPORT MANAGEMENT ACCREDITATION

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  1. SPORT MANAGEMENT ACCREDITATION ACCREDITATION PROCESS OVERVIEW FEBRUARY 3, 2017

  2. Philosophy of the COSMA Accreditation Model • Outcomes based/Mission driven • Accreditation principles based on best practices in SM education • Developmental – annual reporting focused on continuous improvement • Flexible – accommodates various institutional models and innovative approaches

  3. Benefits of Accreditation • Dedicated staff • Free training, assistance • Best practices - templates, rubrics • External accountability, assurance of quality • Enhanced reputation • Effective mechanism for continuous improvement • Mechanism for program advocacy

  4. Includes both undergrad (20% SM content) and graduate programs (50% SM content) Typical disciplinary areas e.g., sport management, sport administration, etc. Academic unit should be an identifiable entity and led by a doctorally- or professionally-qualified educator While normally offered through the SM department, some SM programs housed in other areas All modes of delivery and locations (off-campus) should be included (online, distance learning, adult degree, accelerated) Eligibility for COSMA Accreditation

  5. Notify COSMA if a new program is created/added Program must provide rationale for what is included and what is not included in accreditation process Course content Operational control Distinguish and differentiate programs Cooperative/partnership arrangements Marketing: “appearance” of being accredited Eligibility for COSMA Accreditation

  6. Steps to Accreditation Membership application & fee Attain Candidacy Status (CS) Collect data and begin writing Self Study Establish timeline for site visit Complete Self Study (at least 90 days prior to site visit) Site visit (2 days) Decision by Board of Commissioners (February/September of each year)

  7. Annual Membership Dues • $1,800/year for Program Membership • Covers all degree programs • Pro-rated quarterly • for $30/year for Individual Membership • Eligible to vote in elections • May serve as site reviewer, BOC/BOD member

  8. Step One: Membership • Apply online (http://www.cosmaweb.org/membership-forms.html) or download the form to mail in. • Pay annual dues • Show proof of regional/national accreditation (U.S. institutions) or entity that authorizes degree granting (non-U.S. institutions) • Provide basic enrollment information on programs • Signature of CEO • BOC member assignment

  9. Step Two: Candidacy Status • Purpose: To provide your academic unit/sport management program an opportunity to prepare itself for the development of a Self Study and have a site visit • Build overall confidence and understanding in the accreditation process – BOC member assigned • Normally will not exceed five years • Submit: Program overview, outcomes assessment plan (use template), links to industry, letter of support from administration, catalog, organizational chart

  10. Step Three: Self Study/Documentation of Accreditation Principles • Outcomes Assessment • Strategic Planning • Curriculum • Faculty • Scholarly & Professional Activities • Resources • Internal & External Relationships • Educational Innovation

  11. Self Study Organization Volume 1 – Documentation of Accreditation Principles Title Page Table of Contents Background Information Documentation of Principles 1-8 Volume 2 – Appendices Catalog (URL okay) Abbreviated Syllabi Faculty CVs (full- and part-time) Outcomes Assessment Plan, Results, and Actions Strategic Plan Faculty Handbook

  12. Step Four: Site Visit • Costs • Scheduling • Site Visit Team Assignments; BOC Observer • Campus Coordinator role • Schedule • Materials • Evaluation and Follow-up

  13. Cost of a Site Visit Estimated total cost for two days/ two site reviewers - $3,800 Fixed costs: Application fee: $1,200 Honorarium: $1,000 Variable costs: Travel: $1,000 Food & Lodging: $600

  14. Purpose of the COSMA Site Visit • Validates Self-Study • Peer review • Assistance in program improvement • “Outside” perspective • Foster reasonable consistency of reviews

  15. Site Visit Assignments • Scheduled 3-4 months in advance • COSMA staff, BOC assign two person team • BOC observer (no cost to program) • Conditions • Avoid conflicts of interest • Balance and representation • Costs

  16. Expectations of Site Reviewers • The site visit will be conducted in strict accordance with all of the current COSMA published guidelines. • Confidentiality • The site visit team will not express any opinions as to whether accreditation will be granted. • The site visit team’s report will contain sufficient information to allow the BOC to make a fair and informed accreditation decision.

  17. Campus Coordinator Role • Person responsible for accreditation process (not necessarily the department chair) • Helps team make travel plans, including transport to and from their hotel to your campus • Develops site visit schedule • Makes sure site visit stays on schedule • Organizes on campus meeting room for team

  18. On-site Materials • Course syllabi • Institutional course catalog • Copy of last regional accreditation self-study report and findings • Faculty member vitae • Faculty handbook • O/A Plan • Summary of realized outcomes • Internship Manual

  19. Site Visit - Day 1

  20. Site Visit - Day 2

  21. Site Visit Report • Each team member completes his/her own checklist • Team chair writes final report (from template) and sends to COSMA • Address findings related to areas of non-compliance • Include strengths and weaknesses in areas of compliance • The team keeps all materials until the BOC meets to make their accreditation decision

  22. Program Response • Review the report from the site visit • Prepare a response and submit by the stated deadline • Work with Heather on your response • Provide explanations and timelines where necessary

  23. What COSMA Does After the Site Visit • Program receives site visit report • May include request for additional information • All materials sent to Board of Commissioners – self-study, site visit team report, rejoinder, etc. • Subgroup of Commissioners – led by your BOC observer - reviews materials and prepares detailed presentation.

  24. Commissioners’ Accreditation Decisions • Accreditation with Notes • Accreditation with Observations • Accreditation Deferred • Accreditation Denied

  25. Annual Reports • All programs -- regardless of accreditation status -- submit an Annual Report • Respond to Notes • Provide Outcomes Assessment data – SLOs, OEGs, program information profile • Indicate program and administrative changes • Due by July 31 each year – website must be updated

  26. Conclusions COSMA membership Utilize Candidacy Status process in development of Outcomes Assessment plan with assigned BOC member & Heather Use internal resources Don’t be afraid to revise plan as needed Attend as many trainings as you want

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