Sport Business Management / Edition 1

by Lori K. Miller

Overview

In this unique text you'll find practical business theory and professi onal practice guidelines specifically for the sport business manager. The basics of running a for-profit sport business, as well as influent ial management tips for survival in the 1990s, make this an ideal book for sport businesses.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780834209428
Publisher:	Jones & Bartlett Learning
Publication date:	04/16/1997
Edition description:	1E
Pages:	320
Product dimensions:	6.20(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Lori Miller is the Chair of the Kinesiology and Sport Studies Department and a Professor in Sport Administration at Wichita State University. Lori has an Ed.D. in Physical Education, a Masters of Business Administration, a Master of Education, and a BA in Business. Lori has published over 40 refereed journal articles, five book chapters, and three books. Lori's current research emphasis focuses on legal issues in the sport industry.

Table of Contents

Contents: Sport Industry Analysis * A Generic Competitive Strategy and the Value Chain * The Mission Statement, Objectives, and Organizational Issues * Sport Business Structure Formation * Federal Legislation Influencing the Sport Business * The Americans with Disabilities Act * Employment-Related Issues * Funding and Budgeting for the Sport Business * Site Selection * Risk Management * Crowd Management

Editorial Reviews

Covers the fundamental issues facing any business, including planning, organizing, staffing and controlling, while speaking to the issues unique to the sport industry. Addresses multiple aspects of the industry, from sporting goods to arena management. Topics include sport industry analysis, federal legislation influencing the sport business, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and crowd management. Each chapter includes student assignments and references. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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