Sports Management Thesis Master's Degree
Course Details

KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Graduate Education Institute
Programme of Sports Management Thesis Master's Degree
Course Details
Graduate Education Institute
Programme of Sports Management Thesis Master's Degree
Course Details

| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84411112 | Introduction to Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation | 2025 | Autumn | 1 | 3+0+0 | 3 | 7 |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Cycle | - |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | Presentation. Discussion. |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | Dersin alınması için herhangi bir ön koşul bulunmamaktadır. |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Asst. Prof. Özlem AKKOYUN SERT |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Prof. Özlem AKKOYUN SERT | B BLOK-B221 | [email protected] | 7666 | Tuesday 14:00 |
Course Content
This course covers literature search methods, critical appraisal of scientific articles, case study analysis, and techniques for writing and presenting case reports. Students analyze various case studies, discuss different clinical conditions and treatment approaches, and critically evaluate them.
Objectives of the Course
To develop students’ skills in analyzing current scientific articles and case studies in physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| Specialization / Field Courses | |
| Support Courses | X |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | Evaluates theoretical and practical knowledge in sport management at an advanced level and adapts current approaches to the management processes of sport organizations. | 1 |
| P2 | Integrates knowledge from management and sport sciences to analyze problems related to sport services and develop evidence-based solutions. | 1 |
| P3 | Develops recommendations for strategic planning, human resources, financing, and marketing processes in sport organizations and evaluates these recommendations in relation to organizational objectives. | 1 |
| P4 | Plans and evaluates sport events and projects in accordance with the principles of resource management, risk management, safety, accessibility, and sustainability. | 1 |
| P5 | Uses knowledge of sport anatomy, exercise physiology, and cardiovascular physiology to explain responses to physical activity and exercise-induced adaptations. | 1 |
| P6 | Integrates knowledge of metabolism, molecular physiology, and intercellular interactions to analyze the biological foundations of exercise and sport performance. | 1 |
| P7 | Compares the purposes, applications, and limitations of exercise tests and physical activity assessment methods and interprets their results in relation to sport service planning. | 1 |
| P8 | Uses the fundamental principles of training science to evaluate training programs in terms of training load, recovery, adaptation, and performance improvement. | 3 |
| P9 | Evaluates the relationship between nutrition and exercise performance using knowledge of sport nutrition and metabolism and identifies the need for collaboration with nutrition professionals in sport services. | 1 |
| P10 | Uses knowledge of sport psychology to analyze motivation, stress, communication, and team dynamics and develops management recommendations that support participation and psychological well-being in sport settings. | 1 |
| P11 | Evaluates the fundamental principles of sport injury prevention and rehabilitation and develops recommendations for creating safe sport environments and coordinating relevant professionals. | 5 |
| P12 | Designs sport services and projects that promote participation in physical activity and healthy living among groups with different ages and needs. | 2 |
| P13 | Identifies a researchable problem in sport and independently plans and conducts a thesis study using appropriate research methods. | 3 |
| P14 | Analyzes research data using appropriate statistical methods and critically interprets findings from laboratory and field research, taking methodological limitations into account. | 1 |
| P15 | Conducts research and professional activities in accordance with the principles of scientific research and publication ethics, personal data protection, and professional responsibility. | 1 |
| P16 | Follows scientific publications in the field in Turkish and at least one foreign language and communicates research findings and professional recommendations using academic writing, seminar, and presentation techniques. | 1 |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation: Basic Concepts, Objectives, and Areas of Practice |
| 2 | The Role of Physiotherapy in Sports Sciences and Sport Management |
| 3 | Fundamental Principles of the Musculoskeletal System and Functional Anatomy |
| 4 | Exercise, Physical Activity, and the Human Body's Response to Exercise |
| 5 | Sports Injuries: Definition, Classification, Risk Factors, and Mechanisms of Injury |
| 6 | Prevention of Sports Injuries and Preventive Physiotherapy Approaches |
| 7 | Fundamental Principles of Assessment and Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries |
| 8 | Rehabilitation of Musculoskeletal and Orthopaedic Sports Injuries |
| 9 | Therapeutic Exercise Approaches in Athlete Rehabilitation |
| 10 | Physical Agents: Electrotherapy, Thermotherapy, Cryotherapy, and Other Modalities |
| 11 | Balance, Proprioception, Coordination, and Functional Rehabilitation |
| 12 | The Athlete Healthcare Team and Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Physiotherapist, Physician, Coach, and Sport Manager |
| 13 | Safe Return to Sport: Functional Assessment, Criteria, and Completion of Rehabilitation |
| 14 | Athlete Health Management: Case Examples and Management of the Rehabilitation Process |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Kisner, C., Borstad, J., & Colby, L. A. (2023). Therapeutic Exercise: Foundations and Techniques (8th ed.). F. A. Davis. |
| Brukner & Khan's Clinical Sports Medicine: Injuries (5th ed., Vol. 1). McGraw-Hill Education. |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 40 | 2 | 80 |
| Midterms | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 1 | 52 | 52 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 52 | 52 |
| Total Work Load: | 226 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 7,53 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 8 | ||
