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Managing People in Sport Organizations: A Strategic Human Resource Management Perspective

Managing People in Sport Organizations: A Strategic Human Resource Management Perspective

By Tracy Taylor, Alison Doherty, and Peter McGraw

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Now in a fully revised and updated second edition, Managing People in Sport Organizations is a complete introduction to the theory and practice of human resource management in the context of sport. Adopting a strategic approach, it explains how the successful management of people and organizational complexity is essential for improved performance and sustainable success.

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Book Information

Publisher: Routledge
Publish Date: 01/01/2015
Pages: 236
ISBN-13: 9780415715348
ISBN-10: 0415715342
Language: English

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Managing People in Sport Organizations provides a comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of managing people within a strategic framework. This revised and updated second edition examines a range of strategic human resource management approaches that can be used by sport organizations to respond to contemporary challenges and to develop a sustainable performance culture. Drawing on well-established conceptual frameworks and current empirical research, the book systematically covers every key area of HRM theory and practice, including:

  • recruitment
  • training and development
  • performance management and appraisal
  • motivation and reward
  • organizational culture
  • employee relations
  • diversity
  • managing change

This new edition also includes expanded coverage of social media, volunteers, and individuals within organizations, and is supported with a new companion website carrying additional resources for students and instructors, including PowerPoint slides, exam questions and useful web links. No other book offers such an up-to-date introduction to core concepts and key professional skills in HRM in sport, and therefore Managing People in Sport Organizations is essential reading for any sport management student or any HR professional working in sport.

About the Authors

Tracy Taylor is a Professor of Sport Management and Business School Deputy Dean at the University of Technology, Sydney, Australia. Tracy's research focus is human resource management, cultural diversity management in sport, and sport and security.

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Tracy Taylor is a Professor of Sport Management and Business School Deputy Dean at the University of Technology, Sydney, Australia. Tracy's research focus is human resource management, cultural diversity management in sport, and sport and security. Tracy leads the HR module of the Executive Masters in Sport Organisations Management which is supported by the International Olympic Committee, Olympic Solidarity and the European Olympic Committees.

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Tracy Taylor is a Professor of Sport Management and Business School Deputy Dean at the University of Technology, Sydney, Australia. Tracy's research focus is human resource management, cultural diversity management in sport, and sport and security. Tracy leads the HR module of the Executive Masters in Sport Organisations Management which is supported by the International Olympic Committee, Olympic Solidarity and the European Olympic Committees.

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