This course will provide students with an introduction to using specific data techniques to address key sports administrative functions in team and roster management. The primary focus is on the use of data analysis in player acquisition and retention, as well as player and coach assessment. Students will learn how the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) and standard player contract (SPC) provide the framework for management decisions in which data analysis play a pivotal role.
Player Evaluation, Team Performance and Roster Management
Player Evaluation, Team Performance and Roster Management
This course is part of Data Analytics in Sports Law and Management Specialization
Instructors: Bruce Pitman
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- Performance Analysis
- Team Management
- Data Management
- Data Analysis Software
- R (Software)
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Contract Management
- Operations Management
- Team Performance Management
- Labor Relations
- Analytics
- Linear Algebra
- Contract Negotiation
- Administration
- Scheduling
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There are 5 modules in this course
This module will cover the significance of each segment of a full-year sports calendar, including critical dates and key management activities in each part of the calendar.
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8 videos3 readings1 assignment
This module covers pre-season to early season activities, including drafting, reserve and depth chart analysis and the importance of player contracts. It also introduces the basics of linear algebra.
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13 videos1 reading1 peer review1 discussion prompt
This section focuses on the impacts of CBA & SPC on roster decisions. In addition, it reviews the rules and regulations management follows when making roster/team changes and how clustering is used as a data analytics tool.
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5 videos1 reading1 peer review1 discussion prompt
The focus of this section is on activities occurring in the spring, including the entry draft, free agency and considering the future state of an athletic team.
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12 videos1 reading1 assignment
This section focuses on the activities preceding a regular athletic season, including those performed by management, staff, medical personnel, and players.
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10 videos1 reading1 peer review
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