Sports Media Certificate

The Sports Media Certificate consists of five courses, and is open to students from across FIU. Caplin School students who are NOT enrolled in the Sports Media Major may complete the Sports Media Certificate to fulfill the Area of Concentration requirement. Students who wish to receive the certificate must complete the following courses:

• MMC 3113 Sports Journalism in Contemporary Society (3). An introductory course designed to enhance student’s understanding ofcurrent trends in sports journalism and the role it plays in contemporary society.
• MMC 3451 Sports Information Research and Data (3). Sports Information, Research and Data offers an in-depth exploration of advancedstatistical analytics pivotal in developing meaningful sports journalism in today’s new media world. Prerequisites: MMC 3113, MMC 3003,and 2.85 cumulative GPA.
• JOU 3313 Multiplatform Sports Writing (3). Multiplatform Sports Writing offers an in-depth exploration of sports writing as a fundamental tool for print, digital, broadcast and new media outlets. Prerequisites: MMC 3113, MMC 3003, and 2.85 cumulative GPA.
• RTV 3503 Sports Broadcasting and Performance (3). This course will help students develop an understanding and perspective of the sports broadcasting industry, including play-by-play, anchoring, reporting, writing, and other essential elements. Prerequisites: MMC 3003 and 2.85 cumulative GPA.
• Sports and Social Media (3), This course illustrates how social platforms developed their place in today’s sports content landscape and how they will impact the future of sports.

Please contact Professor Tim Sullivan tsulliva@fiu.edu for more information.