Sport Management The Basics
Sport Management: The Basics by Robert Wilson, published by Routledge in 2016, is a comprehensive introduction to the field of sport management. This 195-page book is written in English and addresses a variety of contemporary issues that influence the industry, linking academic theory with practical application. It covers essential topics such as the history of sport management, the role of managers, and the various sectors involved, including public, private, and voluntary organizations.
Readers will find that Sport Management: The Basics delves into the current challenges faced by managers in the sport industry, providing insights into the global marketplace. The book includes suggestions for further reading, a detailed chapter on employment and employability, and case studies that bridge theory and practice. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in pursuing a career in sport management or enhancing their understanding of the business aspects of sports and recreation.
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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.
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