Sport in the Iberian Peninsula: Management, Economics and Policy

This book provides an overview of the development of the sport industry in Spain and Portugal, examining its social, economic, cultural, and political impact. It offers new perspectives and empirical material on management, development, economics, governance, and law, with a focus on Spanish and Portuguese football and sport tourism. It also explores emerging themes such as womens sport, the global profile of Cristiano Ronaldo and Rafael Nadal, and the wider influence of Iberian sport across the Hispanic diaspora.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 03 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking work is the first in English to provide a comprehensive overview of the development of the sport industry in Spain and Portugal, delving into the profound social, economic, cultural, and political impact that sport has had on this region and on the global sporting landscape. Drawing upon a wealth of sources in both Spanish and Portuguese, the book offers invaluable new perspectives and empirical evidence that has previously been unavailable to English-speaking audiences. With a strong emphasis on management, development, economics, governance, and law, set within a broader historical and socio-cultural context, the book elucidates the distinct characteristics of the sport industry in the Iberian Peninsula. It delves deep into the world of Spanish and Portuguese football, often considered the epicenter of Iberian sport, as well as explores the significant role of sport tourism in the region's economy. Moreover, the book examines emerging themes in Iberian sport, such as the growth of women's sports, the global prominence of athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo and Rafael Nadal, and the broader influence of Iberian sport across the broader Hispanic diaspora.

This captivating and enlightening text is a must-read for anyone with a keen interest in sport business and management, global sporting cultures, international business, or Hispanic or Latin American studies. It sheds light on the complex dynamics that shape the sport industry in the Iberian Peninsula and its profound impact on society, economy, and culture. By examining the historical, social, and political factors that have contributed to the sport's development in this region, the book provides valuable insights into the global sport industry and its future trajectory.

The book's comprehensive coverage spans various aspects of the sport industry, including its historical development, economic impact, management practices, governance structures, and legal frameworks. It offers a deep dive into the world of Spanish and Portuguese football, exploring its historical roots.

Moreover, the book examines the role of sport tourism in the region, highlighting its significance as a driver of economic growth and job creation. It explores the various stakeholders involved in the sport tourism industry, including hotels, airlines, event organizers, and tourism authorities, and examines their strategies for promoting and developing sport tourism in the Iberian Peninsula.

The book also considers emerging themes in Iberian sport, such as the growth of women's sports, the global prominence of athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo and Rafael Nadal, and the broader influence of Iberian sport across the broader Hispanic diaspora. It explores the cultural and social factors.

In conclusion, this groundbreaking work is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, practitioners, and enthusiasts interested in sport business, management, global sporting cultures, international business, or Hispanic or Latin American studies. It offers a comprehensive and insightful examination of the development of the sport industry in Spain and Portugal, providing valuable insights into the social, economic, cultural, and political impact that sport has had on this region and on the global sporting landscape. By examining the historical, social, and political factors that have shaped the sport's development in this region, the book provides valuable insights into the global sport industry and its future trajectory.

Weight: 707g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032018904