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So You Want to Work in Sports
Introduction to Sport Managementby MEG HANCOCK, JOHN MILLER, MEGAN SHREFFLER
September 2024, 350 pages
ISBN 978-0-89641-641-3
$45.95 (includes shipping)
“So, You Want to Work in Sports: An Introduction to Sport Management” is a revision of three previous iterations of “Sport Management—The Business of Sport” written by Dr. William J. Stier, Jr. Similar to Dr. Stier, the present book is designed for students enrolled in introductory undergraduate sport management classes.
Quite possibly, the most important class students will take is the introduction to the sport management. It is in these introductory classes that students develop a basic understanding of the discipline that will allow them to apply it to future sport management classes. For example, this textbook provides essential information about the history of sport management, sport leadership, sport communication, sport governance, sport marketing, sport finance, sport sales, as well as sport facility and event management.
While the more traditional areas of sport management are significant for students to understand, other chapters discuss essential items that sport management students need to comprehend. For example, the first several chapters deal with the name of the discipline (management vs. administration), professional preparation and career opportunities in sport as well as skills and competencies needed to be successful in the sport industry. These chapters were designed to help undergraduate students understand areas that will assist them in successfully obtaining a position in the sport industry.
This book also offers unique chapters that deal with contemporary issues. These innovative issues include the ethical use of data and technology in sport, diversity in sport organizations, as well as sport and social issues.
At the end of each chapter, the reader will find items that may be used for in-class discussions. It is hoped that these discussion items will be used to augment the student understanding of each of the chapter topics. Finally, the authors hope that the material presented in each of the chapters will enhance preparing undergraduate students for the sport industry, high school, and university athletics as well as professional athletics.
CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Introduction to Sport Management: The Business of Sport?
Learning Objectives
Introduction
History of Managing Sport=
Sport Management Curriulum Issues
Why Study Sport Management
Student Mispereptions of Sport Management Positions
Conclusion
Discussiosn Items
Referenes
Test QuestionsChapter 2: Professional Preparation and Career Opportunities in the Sport Industry
Learning Objetives
Introduction
Types of Jobs in the Sport Industry
Sport Management Professional Preparation in the 21st Century Conclusion
Dicussion Questions
References
Test QuestionsChapter 3: Skills and Competencies for Sport Managers
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Skills and Competencies
Types of Jobs in the Sport Industry
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
Referenes
Test QuestionsChapter 4: Management and Leadership in Sports
Learning Objectives
Introduction
What is a Sport Manager
Four Functions of Management
Management Roles and Skills
Leading and Following in the Sport Industry
Conclusion
Referenes
Test QuestionsChapter 5: Diversity in Sport Organizations
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Defining Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Marginalized Identities in Sport Management
Discussion Questions
Referenes Test QuestionsChapter 6: Sport Governance and Policy Development
Learning Objectives
Introduction (CRE)?
Definition of Governane
Types of Sport Organizations
Managerial Functions of Sprt Gpvermamce]
Ethis in Sport Governance
Discussion Questions
ReferencesE
Test QuestionsChapter 7: Sport and Social Issues
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Social Factors
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
Test QuestionsChapter 8: Communication in the Sport Industry
Learning Objectives
Introduction
The Importance of Sport Communication
Essentials of Communication
The Components of Siccessful Communiation
One-Way vs. Two-Way Communication
Feedback in Communiation
Organizational Communication
Conclusion
Items for Discussion
Referenes (br> Test QuestionsChapter 9: Marketing and Promotion of Sport
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Diferences in Sport Markeitng and Prootion
Understanding the Consumer
Conclusion
Items for Discussion
Referebes
Test QuestionsChapter 10: Sport Sales
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Marketing Myopia
Job Responsibilities in Sales
Conclusion
Issues for Discussion
References
Test QuestionsChapter 11: Ethical Use of Data and Technology of Sport
Learning Objectives
Introdouction
Ownership and Ethial Use of Sensitie Sport Data
Ownership of Athletic Biometric Data (Professional)
Ownership of Athletic Biometrid Data (Collegiate)
Best Practices for Safeguarding Data
Conclusion
Issues for discussion
References
Test QuestionsChapter 12: Sport Facility Planning and Management
Learning Objectives
Sport Manager Preparation for Planning a Sport Faility
Important Considerations in Planning and the Design of a Sports Faility
Creating a Strategic Facility Plan
Managing Sports Facilities
Importance of Standard Operating Produres in Facility Management
Costs Associated with Replalcement and Annual Maintenanae Upkeep
Safety and Security Factors in Sport Facility Use
Facility Audits: An Essential PaRt of Faility Safety
Conclusion
Discussion Items
Referenes
Test QuestionsChapter 13: Financial Issues in the Sport Industryg
Learnng Objectives
Introduction
Budgeting
The Budget Development Process
Accounting Methods
Generally Accepted Accounting Proedures Practices (GAAPP)
The Financial Audit
Conclusion
Issues for Discussion
References
Test QuestionsChapter 14: Conducting Sporting Events
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Sport Event Topologys
Event Management Process
Economic Impact Issues
Economic Impact Formula
Community Impact on Conducting a Sports Event
Event Follow-up Meeting
Conclusion
Discussion Questions
References
Test QuestionsChapter 15: Undestanding the Legal Aspect of Sport
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Contacts
Discrimination Issues
Americans wih Disabilities Act of 1990
Conclusion
Discussion Quesstions
References
Test QuestionsChapter 16: Undestanding the Legal Aspect of Sport
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Concept of Risk
Use of Risk Management
Risk Management Program
Risk Management Plans
Classification of Risk Management
Conclusion Discussion Questions
Referenes
Test QuestionsChapter 17: Personnel Issues in Athletic Adinistration: the Before, During and After
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Issure before the Hire
Proving Negligent Claims
After the Hire: Deeloping Relationships
Athleti Directorship Accountability
the Problem with Blamng Others
Conclusion
References
Test Questions
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Meg Hancock, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Sport Administration in the Department of Health & Sport Sciences Department at the University of Louisville. In her current role, Meg teaches courses on women in sport, athletics in higher education, sport management and leadership, and student services in college athletics. She has published over 40 journal articles and book chapters and presented more than 50 times at national and international conferences on her research interests (i.e., gender and diversity in the workplace, culture and engagement). Meg has served in several leadership roles in higher education including department chair and associate dean for student success and academic affairs.
John J. Miller, Ph.D. is a Professor of Sport Management at the University of North Florida. He served as the President of the NAIA Swimming and Diving Coaches Association and was Meet Director for two NAIA National Swimming and Diving championships. He has also served as associate department chair and associate dean. He has been part of more than 100 publications, written 48 textbook chapters, four textbooks, and more than 200 research presentations at national and international conferences. He is a Research Fellow in the National Center for Spectator Sport Safety and Security (NCS4) and Research Fellow in the Sport and Recreation Law Association. He teaches Legal Aspects of Sport, Sport Venue and Event Management, Introduction to Sport Management, Sport Finance, and Sociology of Sport. His research interests include legal issues in sport and recreation risk management, professional student development and preparation and sport management pedagogy.
Megan B. Shreffler, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and department chair in the Department of Health and Sport Sciences at the University of Louisville. She teaches Sport Promotion and Sales, Issues and Ethics in Sport, Podcasts on Sport and Culture, and Teaching Sport Administration. Her research interests include sport management education and sport consumer behavior.
