Mgmt Functions
What are the 4 functions of Management (universal)?
Planning, Leading, Organizing, and Controlling
What is sponsorship?
Cash and/or in-kind fee paid to a property in return for access to the exploitable commercial potential associated with that property
Name 3 Drivers of Globalization
Economy, Technology, Social Science, Resources, Demography, Governance, Conflict and War, Religion and Cultural Identity.
What purpose does a sport agent primarily serve?
Sports agents act as representatives for professional athletes in many different types of negotiations, providing advice and representation concerning contracts, endorsement and advertisement deals, public appearances, and financial investments and taxes, among other areas.
The 3 Management Structure/Building blocks in sport according to History are:
Clubs, Leagues, and Professional Tournaments
Which function of management involves inspiring and motivating workers to work hard to achieve organization goals?
Leading
Number 1 in-stadium giveaway in the MLB
Bobbleheads
What does the IOC stand for?
International Olympic Committee
Best advice you have heard from this course to begin a successful career in sport?
FREEBIE! But answers might include open to moving, internships, volunteer, network, shadow others, take a job at the bottom if you have to.
This sport became legal in 1901
Boxing
Which function of management involves determining organizational goals and a means for achieving them?
Name 2 reasons for continued sponsorship growth in the Sport industry?
Increased media interest in sport (trad and online). Avoid "clutter" of traditional advertising.
Reach a specific target market/lifestyle
Advance research in sport sponsorship effectiveness
Data-driven decisions
Audience watches sports "live"
ROI
Which 4 major professional leagues are interested in/or already started international expansion?
MLB, NBA, NFL, and NHL
Average Salary of a College Athletic Director in US
$94k - 164K
What did Babe Ruth wear under his ball cap to keep his body cool?
Cabbage Leaf
Which function of management involves monitoring progress toward goal achievement and taking corrective action when needed?
Controlling
“a preppy brand of clothing and accessories for men and women” – founded in 1998 by Murray Brothers with a $8000 cash advance on their credit card. They sold ties out of the back of their Jeep. Once successful, they were one of the first brands to license college logos for their apparel
Vineyard Vines
There are 4 MAIN avenues that professional leagues are tapping into international markets. Name 1.
Developing new fans internationally (recruiting)
Signing broadcast deals overseas
Selling licensed merchandise
Acquiring foreign-based sponsors
Describe the differences between a transactional and transformational coach
Transactional: Rewards good performance with playing time, keeping the win in mind. In other words, the best player plays, whether or not he or she is a good sport, attends practices, is a team player, has integrity, etc.
Shows favoritism, while belittling other athletes
Transformational:
Builds athletes through teamwork, pride, responsibility, hard work, respect, and sportsmanship.
Teaches athletes sports and life lessons in wins and losses, as well as how to handle wins and losses with dignity and good sportsmanship
How fast can a golf ball travel?
170 mph (accept answers +/- 20 mph)
Which function of management involves deciding where decisions will be made, who will do what jobs and tasks, and who will work for whom in a company?
Organizing
Branding technique created by Albert Spaulding. Who branded his company as being an “Official Supplier” of MLB equipment
Quality by Association
There are several challenges in US Sport expanding globally, name 1.
Competition from existing leagues or events
Financial Considerations (travel, event space, accommodations, customs, equipment, etc.)
Resistance from locals or foreign nations
What are some things you can do now if you want a career in Social Media?
Build your own brand, volunteer on a small scale with a team or organization, view other profiles, research social media insights, concentration or study digital marketing, etc.
When Hockey first began, the puck was made of......
Cow Manure