Module Details

Module Code: MGMT C1307
Module Title: Foundations of Sport Management
Title: Foundations of Sport Management
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Myles Kelly
Module Author:: Denis OBrien
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to introduce students to the topic of management and the key management functions in a sports setting. The student will apply management theories to practical sporting situations.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Explain and apply the key functions of management in a sports setting
LO2 Describe and explain the characteristics, roles and skills of sports managers
LO3 Apply key management theories, tools and techniques used in the sports management process
LO4 Define volunteerism and describe the management of volunteers in a not-for-profit (sporting) context
LO5 Create a volunteer plan for a not for profit sports organisation
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Introduction to Management
Definition of management; Introduction to functions of management (planning, leading, organising, controlling & staffing); Levels of management; Management roles, skills & characteristics; Types of Sports Organisations (profit/ non- profit)
The Sporting Environment
Definition & importance of understanding the environment in which clubs operate. Macro & micro forces; SWOT, PESTEL;
Planning
Types of plans. The planning process. Strategic planning in sports NGBs. The decision making process; Approaches to decision-making. Objective setting
Organising
Types of organisational structures. Design of organisational structures. Organisational structures of NGBs/ clubs.
Volunteerism
Definition of volunteerism; Nature of volunteerism. Individual & organisational perspectives of volunteering. Challenges & barriers of volunteering. Process of recruitment & selection of volunteers . Reasons for volunteerism (organisational and personal). The management of volunteers (recruitment, screening, ongoing management).
Leadership
Definitions of Leadership; Theories of Leadership; Leadership styles
Motivation
Define motivation; Describe key concepts/theories of motivation; team building; motivation & sports management; Contemporary approaches to motivation
Ethics & Sports Organisation
Definition and introduction to ethics. The manager and their role. Ethical considerations in coach development.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Essay on key functions, roles, responsibilities of a manager in a sports setting.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Project on the topic of volunteerism in the student's local club.
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
In Class exam/ MCQs
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
Reassessment Description
Reassessment of this module will consist of a re-submission of coursework.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures/ tutorials Every Week 6.00 6
Independent Learning Non Contact Independent Learning Every Week 12.00 12
Total Weekly Contact Hours 6.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Stephen P. Robbins,Mary A. Coulter. (2021), Management, Global Edition, 15th. [ISBN: 9781292340883].
  • Trish Bradbury, Ian O'Boyle. (2017), Understanding Sport Management, Routledge, London, p.288, [ISBN: 9781138100626].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Chris Mackintosh. (2020), Foundations of Sport Development, Routledge, p.216, [ISBN: 9780367345846].
  • Stephen P. Robbins,Mary A. Coulter. (2017), Management, Pearson, p.752, [ISBN: 9780134527604].
  • Margaret Linehan. (2011), Make That Grade Management, Gill Education, p.176, [ISBN: 9780717149858].
  • Siobhán Tiernan,Michael Morley,Edel Foley. (2013), Modern Management, Gill Education, p.384, [ISBN: 9780717156320].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
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