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008			171215s2018 enk b 001 0 eng
020			_a9781138674318 - hbk
050	0	0	_aGV713 _b.M3613 2018
082	0	0	_a796.06/9
245	0	0	_aManaging and Developing Community Sport _cedited by Rob Wilson ; Chris Platts
260			_aLondon : _bRoutledge, _c2018
300			_axvii, 238 p., illus., _bincludes index
520			_aCan sport and physical activity (PA) be used to improve the communities we live in? How do community groups manage facilities that provide sport and PA? How can managers ensure the services they deliver meet the needs of their community? What role should community sport schemes play in society? Answer these questions and more in this, the first textbook to focus on the theory and practice of community-level sport management and development. Bringing together academics and practitioners with expertise in sport management, sport development, the sociology of sport, PA programming and community coaching, this book outlines best practice and explores contemporary issues relating to: Community enhancement through sport and PA Leadership, enterprise and innovation Budgeting and decision making Event and facility management Corporate social responsibility (CSR) Monitoring and evaluation. The book is divided into three sections: Part I provides an introduction to developing and managing community sport; Part II outlines the key issues and challenges that face those working in the sector; and Part III examines the leadership and management qualities needed to effectively manage and develop community sport. Insightful and user-friendly, Managing and Developing Community Sport is written in an easy to read style and is a vital resource for sport management practitioners or students hoping to work in community-level sport
650		0	_a1. Sports administration.
650		0	_a2. Sports _xSocial aspects.
650		0	_a3. Physical education and training _xSocial aspects.
650		0	_a4. Public health _xSocial aspects.
700	1		_aWilson, Robert, (ed.)
700	1		_aPlatts, Chris, {ed.}
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