Key Concepts in Sport Management

'A highly original text for understanding both the theory and the practice of the management of sport, the sports industry and broader concerns for management, sports law, and media/broadcasting.' Catherine Palmer, Associate Professor in Sociology, Deakin University, Australia 'This is a must have introductory reference guide for graduate and undergraduate sport management students and a highly suggested read for established and developing sport management professors, researchers, and practitioners.' Paul M. Pedersen, PhD Professor & Director, Sport Management Doctoral Program, Indiana University, Bloomington, United States 'An accessible, different and original guide for students and practitioners alike.' Peter Taylor, Professor of Sport Economics, Sport Industry Research Centre, Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom Sharp, clear and relevant this book meets the needs of those studying and researching within the growing discipline of sport management. The intelligently cross-referenced entries provide a concise overview of the key concepts in the field guiding you through the important debates, sources and research methods in the management and delivery of sport. The book introduces readers to the concepts at the centre of their studies; it suggests relevant further reading and thoughts for future research and applies academic theory to business and organizational problems in a real-world context. Written for students, academics and practitioners the entries are designed to meet study needs and include: Clear Definitions Comprehensive Examples Practical Applications Effective Research Methods

Terri Byers is Principal Lecturer in Sport Management at Coventry Business School, Coventry University, UK. Trevor Slack is Professor at the Department of Physical Education and Recreation, University of Alberta, Canada. Milena M. Parent is Associate Professor at the School of Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa, Canada.