ELITE TENNIS UNIVERSITY PROGRAM Madrid, Spain Velázquez, 140 – 28006 Madrid – Spain Phone Spain: +34 91 563 67 40 Phone US: +1 (781) 428 00 26 [email protected] www.cis-spain.com 2 INDEX 1. BACKGROUND 5 1.1 Madrid 5 1.2 Tennis in Spain 6 2. ELITE TENNIS UNIVERSIY PROGRAM 7 2.1 University Studies 7 2.2 High Performance Tennis Program 7 3. OBJECTIVES 8 4. WHAT IS INCLUDED? 9 5. UNIVERSITY STUDIES 10 5.1 Description 10 5.2 Business Management 11 5.3 Communication studies 12 6. ATHLETIC PROGRAM 13 6.1 Description 13 6.2 General Objectives 15 6.3 Methodology 15 6.4 Player physical evaluation 17 6.5 Athletic Staff 18 6.6 Evaluation and analysis 19 6.7 Competitive play 20 6.8 Other activities 21 7. STUDENT SERVICES 22 8. FACILITIES 23 8.1 Tennis Progra 23 8.2 CIS Endicott International Madrid Campus 25 3 4 1. BACKGROUND 1.1 Madrid Madrid is a city with a history that is exceedingly rich in culture. It is culturally linked to Latin American countries, as well as an important member of the European Union. The Spanish capital is a beautiful and vibrant city that exudes social life. Madrid is the marketplace of Spain, because all of the very best products from the rest of the country frequently arrive to shops and markets all over the city almost instantaneously. The capital is replete with bars, cafes, and restaurants where its denizens and visitors alike can enjoy delicious, highly diverse Mediterranean cuisine. The immense number of culinary options that are available makes Madrid the best European city in which to dine. Visitors who so choose are conveniently able to travel less than one hour from the city center to enjoy a hiking excursion in the mountains that surround Madrid. Ski fans can likewise travel just several miles to Navacerrada o Valdesqui to hit the slopes. Madrid is famous for its art and culture, with some of the most well-known and fantastic museums and art galleries such as the Prado Museum, which is currently considered the largest in the world. After a full day of study or work, Madrid offers a nightlife full of theaters, cafes, great nightclubs, and other charming spots to catch many types of live music, as well as the best shows in the country. 5 1.2 Tennis in Spain The best tennis players, trained by the best clubs and high-performance academies on the entire planet come from Spain. Players on professional and amateur levels within the country have set the bar exceptionally high for the rest of the world. “The Spanish Academyl” of tennis truly is the ideal way for amateur players to take their game to a professional level. There are high-performance schools all over Spain that help players develop into some of the best professional tennis players — players who ultimately go on to compete at the best-known international tournaments. Rafael Nadal, for example, has become the biggest tennis star of the century, and will be an inspiration for future players for the foreseeable future — as have Feliciano López, Roberto Bautista, Fernando Verdasco, Albert Ramos, Carreño Busta, Garibiñe Muguruza, Carla Suárez, Sara Sorribes, and many more. Spain is the home of the best tennis coaches in the sport. A multitude of amateur and professional competitions and tournaments for children, as well as teens of all ages offer many opportunities for all who play. Players who are trained in Spain go on to become some of the most sought-after athletes in the entire sport. Some of the best teams, the best trainers, and most highly-qualified and best-trained referees are found in Spain. A high percentage of the most impressive international competitors come from the country. The great success of Spanish tennis players is also undoubtedly attributable to their truly exceptional level of play, which has in turn resulted to Spaniards having raised every single Grand Slam trophy in existence. That same inspirational, Spanish winning spirit that is currently observable all over the world stage is also thoroughly present even at an amateur level throughout Spain. 6 2. ELITE TENNIS UNIVERSITY PROGRAM A joint program that brings higher education and High-Performance Tennis Training together. 2.1 Degree Program Participating students study for a Bachelor’s or an Associate’s Degree (official undergraduate degrees in the US) in either Business, Communication Studies, or Liberal Studies. Upon completion of their first two years in Madrid, students can: o Finish their studies at Endicott College (USA), or at any other American university or college in the world to obtain their four-year Bachelor’s Degree. o Complete the entire four-year program at CIS Endicott Madrid obtaining one of the following degrees: ▪ Bachelor’s of Science in Business Management ▪ Bachelor’s of Science in Marketing Communication 2.2 High-Performance Tennis Program Students will receive high-performance tennis training managed by official, professional coaches from the RFET (Royal Spanish Tennis Federation), the FTM (Madrid Tennis Federation), and the USPTA (United States Professional Tennis Association). The athletic program features: o Daily High-Performance Training Sessions. o Participation in official, local and national matches and tournaments. o Management of sports portfolio to facilitate future athletic scholarship applications for American colleges and universities. 7 3. OBJECTIVES Fulfilling the following objectives allow the Elite Tennis University Program to complete its mission: • To offer the best possible high-performance athletic experience with tennis as a focus – modeled after the Spanish method. • To provide training on a sufficiently high level as to ultimately raise each individual player’s standards, and therefore adequately highlight their talent. • To give students the ability to complete their university studies in Madrid at an American university. • To provide student athletes with a clear path to improving their game, which in turn gives them the option of pursuing an athletic scholarship in order to continue their studies in the US. • To help build the foundation and structure upon which student athletes can fully develop their tennis skills while creating a standout athletic portfolio. 8 4. WHAT’S INCLUDED? The Elite Tennis University Program includes: A. ACADEMIC PROGRAM: • Associate’s Degree and/or Bachelor’s Degree in the following areas: Business, Communication, or Liberal Studies. B. ATHLETIC PROGRAM: • High-performance training in tennis, by top-level trainers (Physiotherapists, medical professionals, nutritionists, personal trainers, sports psychologists, etc.) • Player registration with the Madrid Tennis Federation. • Competition scheduling and calendar provided. • Constant evaluation and monitoring. • Access to tryouts with Spanish tennis clubs. • Creation of a sports portfolio (including recommendation letters, highlight videos, team participation certificates, etc.) • Health insurance 9 5. UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM 5.1 Description The academic program at CIS Endicott Madrid offers students the possibility of studying in three core areas: • Business – Business Administration • Communication – Communication Studies • Liberal Studies - Liberal Arts Students can choose between two options: OPTION 1: 2+2 PROGRAM: Upon completion of the first two years at CIS-Endicott Madrid, students can finish their Bachelor’s Degree by choosing one of the following options: • Continue studying at Endicott College in Beverly, MA • Continue studying at any American college or university in the world OPTION 2: FOUR-YEAR PROGRAM: Upon completion of the four-year program, students will obtain one of the following US accredited American Bachelor’s degrees awarded by Endicott College: • Bachelor of Science in Business Management. • Bachelor of Science in Marketing Communication. 10 5.2 Bachelor of Science in Business Management Our Business Management program is designed to help students develop the personal leadership necessary for success. The curriculum prepares students for management positions from supervisor to general manager, and teaches students to manage a business effectively in an increasingly complex and competitive environment. Learning outcomes • Demonstrate the problem-solving skills needed to meet the challenges of business management. • Apply a set of business management "best practices" in a professional environment. • Recognize the importance of ethical behavior in the professional environment. • Demonstrate the research and critical analysis skills needed to constructively contribute to the intellectual discourse present in business management. • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Students can participate in the four-year program in Madrid earning a Bachelor degree of Science in Business Management issued by Endicott College, or continue their studies at Endicott College (Massachusetts, USA) or at any other American college or university. 11 5.3 Bachelor of Science in Marketing Communication Students explore the many ways media impacts the individual and society, locally and internationally. Students are provided with a solid academic background that promotes written and critical thinking skills, as well as theoretical and applied knowledge. Learning Outcomes • Acquire and develop a basic knowledge of theories and concepts in the field of Communication. • Demonstrate an understanding of the core ethical values inherent in best practices in the field of media (Digital and traditional media). • Demonstrate an understanding of the research methods used in the different fields of Communication. • Effectively comprehend