Experiential learning in sport management : internships and beyond
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Experiential learning in sport management : internships and beyond
(Sport management library)
Fitness Information Technology, c2010
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [255]-257) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
The authors offer a wealth of information and experience for those desiring to enter the captivating business world of sport. Designed for those interested in all types of hands-on learning opportunities, this is one of the first books of its kind to focus on the real-life application of the working world in sport business. Foster and Dollar comprehensively explore the varying industries of Olympic and amateur sport, professional sport, and entrepreneurial careers. The book also provides a walkthrough of the entire process of preparing for and securing an internship that's right for you, and how to transition into a career immediately after. Another unique feature of the book is the inclusion of Time Out Interviews, which detail the career paths and advice of over 30 industry professionals. Whether you are a student or someone looking for a second career, this handbook is the new standard to assist you in finding the right track to success.
Table of Contents
- Introduction to Experiential Learning
- Selecting the Academic Program to Reach Professional Goals
- Sport Business Industry Overview: Professional Sport
- Sport Business Industry Overview: Olympic & Amateur Sport
- Sport Business Industry Overview: Support & Entrepreneurial Careers
- Preparing for the Internship
- Selecting the Appropriate Internship
- Networking: Establishing Internship Relationships
- Ending an Internship & Starting a New Position
- Just for the Graduate Student
- Index.
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