Sport Management: The Basics (Paperback, 3rd Edition)

Sport Management: The Basics is an engaging and accessible introduction to sport management which considers a range of contemporary philosophical, social, cultural and political matters as they impact on this growing field. Drawing links between academic theory and practice, it explores the current challenges facing managers in the sport industry, addressing topics including:

the history of sport management

the role of the manager

levels of management

the public, private and voluntary sectors

sport management in the global marketplace

With suggestions for further reading throughout the text, a comprehensive chapter on employment and employability, and case studies which explore both theory and practice, Sport Management: The Basics offers a clear and concise introduction for anyone seeking to study or work in sport management.

Table of Contents

1. Defining Sport, Management and Sport Management 2. The History of Sport Management 3. Organisational theory and the functions, skills and roles of management 4. The business functions of sport management 5. The Levels of Management 6. The Sport Industry and the Basis of Provision 7. The Sport Industry and the Basis of Demand 8. Employment & Employability in Sport

General

Imprint:	Taylor & Francis
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	The Basics
Release date:	September 2015
First published:	2016
Authors:	Rob Wilson • Mark Piekarz
Dimensions:	198 x 129 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	212
Edition:	3rd Edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-79117-6
Categories:	Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Sporting events, tours & organisations > General Promotions
LSN:	1-138-79117-2
Barcode:	9781138791176

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