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Managing major sports events : theory and practice / Milena M. Parent and Sharon Smith-Swan.

Parent, Milena M.; Smith-Swan, Sharon.
2013
GV713 .P37 2013 (Mapit)
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Title
Managing major sports events : theory and practice / Milena M. Parent and Sharon Smith-Swan.
Author
Parent, Milena M.
ISBN
9780415672337 (paperback)
0415672333 (paperback)
9780415672283 (hardcover)
0415672287 (hardcover)
Published
New York : Routledge, [2013]
Copyright
©2013
Language
English
Description
xx, 409 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Call Number
GV713 .P37 2013
Dewey Decimal Classification
796.06/9
Summary
The hosting of major sporting events can be a key tool in the development of cities and countries around the world. If carried out effectively these events can not only bring prestige to an area but can leave the local population with a legacy of improved infrastructure and facilities. Managing Major Sports Events: Theory and Practice is a complete introduction to the principles and practical skills that underpin the running and hosting of major sports events, from initial bid to post-event legacy.
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 340-395) and index.
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Smith-Swan, Sharon.
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The world of major sports events
Bidding for an event
Leading and setting up an organizing committee
Planning major sports events
Workforce management: building high-functioning organizing committees
Marketing, sponsorship, and look-feel
Venues and venuization
The media
Stakeholder relations and protocol
Ceremonies
Risk management and security
Technology
Games-time
Closure
Legacy and sustainability
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