Managing Sport Development: An International Approach

Managing Sport Development is a comprehensive introduction to sport development, covering key concepts, theory, best practices, and international cases. It examines the organization and governance of sport development programs and how to achieve outcomes, with new coverage of sustainable development, COVID-19, integrity, careers, coaches, change agents, and volunteers. It is an essential text for introductory sport development courses and international sport management.

Format: Hardback
Length: 196 pages
Publication date: 16 February 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In a fully revised and updated second edition, Managing Sport Development emerges as a comprehensive introduction to the realm of sport development, encompassing a wide range of key concepts and theoretical frameworks, as well as best practices in the management, implementation, and evaluation of sport development programs. This comprehensive guide delves into the intricate nature of sport development, elucidating its two primary areas of operation: the development of sport, which focuses on creating pathways for participation and talent development, and sport for development, which harnesses the power of sport to achieve outcomes beyond the realm of sport itself.

Throughout its pages, this book presents international cases and data, providing a rich tapestry of insights into the global landscape of sport development. It explores the organization and governance of sport development programs across different regions and contexts, shedding light on how to achieve optimal outcomes. Moreover, it delves into the roles of coaches, change agents, and volunteers in shaping the trajectory of sport development, recognizing their pivotal contributions to the field.

In this new edition, Managing Sport Development has been expanded and enriched to cover emerging topics of significance. These include sustainable development, the impact of COVID-19, integrity and human rights, careers in sport development, the role of coaches, change agents, and volunteers, and the research process and knowledge sharing. By incorporating these timely and relevant topics, the book ensures its relevance and applicability to contemporary sport development practices.

To enhance understanding and facilitate learning, this text incorporates a multitude of valuable features. Learning objectives, real-world data and examples, key terms, and review questions are thoughtfully provided to guide students through the material and reinforce their grasp of the concepts discussed. Additionally, ancillaries such as PowerPoint slides and a test bank are included to support instructors and educators in their teaching and learning endeavors.

As a vital resource for introductory sport development courses and an indispensable companion for courses on international sport management, sport policy, sport governance, sport and social issues, or coach education, Managing Sport Development stands as a cornerstone text. It equips students and professionals with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to navigate the complex terrain of sport development, fostering positive change and promoting the growth and development of the sport industry.

Weight: 550g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032300917
Edition number: 2 ed