Managing People in Sport Organizations by Taylor, Tracy; Doherty, Alison; McGraw, Peter;

Short description:

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. Drawing on well-established conceptual frameworks and current empirical research, the book covers every key area of HRM theory and practice, with expanded coverage in this edition of social media and ICTs, volunteers, and individuals within organizations. A new companion website offers additional resources for students and instructors, including slides, exam questions, revision flashcards and useful web links.

Long description:

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.

Table of Contents:

Chapter 1. Introduction  Chapter 2. Strategic Human Resource Management  Chapter 3. Human Resource Planning  Chapter 4. Recruitment and Selection for Sport Organizations  Chapter 5. Orientation and Organizational Culture  Chapter 6. Training and Development in Sport Organizations  Chapter 7. Performance Management  Chapter 8. Motivation and Rewards Management in Sport Organizations  Chapter 9. Sport Organizations and Employee Relations  Chapter 10. Sport Organizations and Diversity Management  Chapter 11. Managing Change and Future Challenges in Sport Organizations