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School:

Huddersfield Business School

Credit Rating:

20

Level (including FHEQ):

I (FHEQ Level 5)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2023-09-01

Module Leader:

Andrew Jenkins

Version Number

2023.02

Learning Methods

Lecture

Guided Independent Study

Tutorial and Project Supervision

Synopsis

The field of stadium and sport arena management has undergone major developments over the last decade with existing venues being revitalised and new venues being designed as multi-purpose facilities.  This has led to increasing demands being placed on the managers of these venues in terms of balancing quality and design … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Strategy

The methods used to achieve the course objectives will include the following:

  1. Lectures, Seminars and visits to appropriate venues and guest lecturers from industry where applicable.
  2. Supporting material will be made available through the University’s VLE.

Outline Syllabus

Legislation and Legalities in Stadium ManagementStadium Development - Single-use and multi-site operationsStadium Specifications in terms of Design and Operational PlanningOutsourcing v In House Catering ServicesSponsorship planning and managementOperational ManagementSustainable Design and CSR in Venue OperationsFinancial Management and Revenue Management

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Appreciate the complexities of managing stadium and sport arena facilities.
2.
Consider the differences involved in single and multi-purpose facilities.
3.
Understand the approaches available to match suitable sponsors and facilities.
4.
To assess the problems and issues confronted by managers of specific venues.
5.
Apply management concepts to a given situation.
6.
Ability to create suitable sponsorship packages
7.
To appreciate the complexities of managing sports venues.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Other

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Assessment 2: Presentation

Assessment Criteria

The assessment criteria are as set out in the Huddersfield Business School Assessment Guidelines.  The guidelines provide criteria for the assessment of both coursework and examinations.

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