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Dr. Bill Johnson

Professor and Assistant Dean

Human Performance and Sports Science

Dr. Bill Johnson is a Tenured Full Professor in the Department of Human Performance and Sport Sciences at Tennessee State University. His primary expertise is in Sport Administration and Analytics. Dr. Johnson currently serves as the Assistant Dean and Chief Analytics Officer for the College of Health Sciences. Additionally, Dr. Johnson is the director of the TSU/HCA Scholars program which provides full pay scholarships to highly qualified students pursuing careers in health care. Dr. Johnson is the author of two academic textbooks; Concepts of Human Movement, and Wellness For Life. Dr. Johnson is the recipient of over $2,000,000 in grants and special projects, the author of 59 professional publications, and is a frequently requested speaker and corporate consultant

Degrees

Ph.D. University of New Mexico (1993)
M.A. Stanford University (1981)
B.S. California Polytechnic State University (1980)

Research Interests

Professional roles and tasks in response to changing conditions
Preparation of professionals

Intentions
Competencies
Assessment / Validation

Change theory
Strategic action planning as vehicle for innovation

Technology innovation and integration
Higher Education Economics and Efficiencies

Courses

Graduate

HPSS 5230 Leisure in American Society
HPSS 5510 Financial Administration of Sport
HPSS 5500 Problems in Sport Management
HPSS 5600 Sport Facilities Design and Management
HPSS 5650 Sport Policies and Procedures
HPSS 5800 Strategic Management