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.
| ISBN: | 9781138791176 |
| Publication date: | 24th September 2015 |
| Author: | Rob Sheffield Hallam University, UK Wilson, Mark University of Worcester, UK Piekarz |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 196 pages |
| Series: | The Basics |
| Genres: |
Sports management and facilities Sports training and coaching |