Contemporary Leadership in Sport Organizations

Contemporary Leadership in Sport Organizations, Second Edition with HKPropel Access, provides comprehensive knowledge of leadership skills and practices relevant to the sport industry, with sport-specific examples and updated content on diversity, equity, inclusion, global leadership, and ethical decision-making. It includes student learning activities, case studies, and interactive branching scenarios to engage students in practical leadership skills.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2021
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers

Contemporary Leadership in Sport Organizations, Second Edition With HKPropel Access, brings together research on leadership—both within and outside of sport settings—to provide comprehensive knowledge of skills and practices relevant to the sport industry. With sport-specific examples, students will learn an effective approach to leadership thought, strategy, and action to apply in recreational, interscholastic, intercollegiate, and professional sport organizations as well as the rapidly growing esports industry.

Students will first learn the historical and foundational concepts of leadership, defining what effective leadership is and the primary outcomes of good leadership. Contemporary thought and leadership approaches for present-day challenges are then presented, bringing concepts to life within the unique contexts of sport organizations of all levels and types. Modern leadership concepts that are explored include emotional intelligence and its role in developing authentic leadership, data-informed decision making and problem solving, behaviors and actions that are most effective in crisis situations, and the leadership-as-practice movement.

Updates in this edition include the following:

Expanded content on leadership for achieving diversity, equity, and inclusion in sport organizations, including new content on LGBTQ+ research in sport

Content on global leadership in sport, including the emergence of esports and sport as a tool for social change

Discussion of ethical decision making and the challenges and responsibilities for leaders in the development of the values and culture of an organization

New student resources, including case studies, videos, and interactive exercises, have been added to enhance the learning experience.

Contemporary Leadership in Sport Organizations, Second Edition With HKPropel Access, is a valuable resource for students, professionals, and anyone interested in the sport industry. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of leadership concepts and practices, and offers practical guidance for applying these skills in real-world settings. Whether you are a coach, athlete, administrator, or fan, this book will help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to lead and succeed in the sport industry.

Weight: 696g
Dimension: 216 x 285 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781718200302
Edition number: 2 ed