Working in Sport: A Practical Approach to Understanding Your Sport Journey
Author:   Rocco Porreca (Oxford Brookes University, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:  

9781032484907


Pages:   132
Publication Date:   04 November 2024
Format:   Hardback
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Author:   Rocco Porreca (Oxford Brookes University, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Weight:   0.430kg
ISBN:  

9781032484907


ISBN 10:   103248490
Pages:   132
Publication Date:   04 November 2024
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

1. The Business of Sport: A Brief Introduction, 2. Working in the Sport Industry: The Skills Needed, 3. Why Do You Want to Work in the Sport Industry?, 4. Understanding Your Path, 5. Growth Mindset and Moving Forward: Accepting “No”, 6. Gaining Experience: Importance and Where to Start, 7. Your “Career Playbook”: Putting it All Together

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'Working in Sport: A Practical Approach to Understanding Your Sport Journey provides excellent insight into the sector of sport. Including over 20 interviews with sport industry professionals, the book provides a diverse range of commentary and career journey perspectives.' Dr. Stacie Gray, Senior Lecturer in Sport Business and Leadership, Northampton University, UK 'This book provides essential insights into establishing a career in sports, incorporating perspectives from various industry stakeholders. It offers valuable advice for navigating the complexities of the sports sector and is essential reading for those seeking a career in the field.' Dr. Tom Bason, Assistant Professor in Sport Management, Coventry University, UK 'Working in Sport creates the foundation for anyone’s journey into the sport industry. The author does a great job of incorporating his own viewpoints with those within the industry. A must read!' Alexander Khilnani, Senior Director of Yield Strategy, Revenue Innovation and Analytics, NBC Sports and Olympics


Author Information

Rocco P. Porreca is Senior Lecturer at Oxford Brookes Business School, Oxford Brookes University, UK, and a former sport industry professional.

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