BUSM 2045 Sport and Society

Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 201079

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Description Sport plays a prominent role in the lives of many people across Australia and globally. It provides an opportunity for pleasure and a sense of freedom which may be missing in modern society. However, sport is a contested concept and can be a domain which both reinforces and challenges notions such as gender, ethnicity, and nation. This subject explores sport from a sociological perspective, examining the relationship between sport and society, and encourages students to challenge accepted norms and ideologies.

School Business

Discipline Business and Management, Not Elsewhere Classified.

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject

Equivalent Subjects SPRT 3004 - Contemporary Issues in Sport Management BUSM 3068 Sport and Society

Assumed Knowledge

A basic understanding of the sport industry.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
  1. Discuss the relationship between sport and society
  2. Explain the role of sport in national identity
  3. Outline the role that sport plays in popular culture
  4. Review sporting practice from an ethical perspective
  5. Summarise conflicts which arise within and because of sport

Subject Content

Sociological theories of sport
Sport and corporate social responsibility
Sport and social issues
Sport and social inequality and diversity
Sport and social media
Sport and governance

Assessment

The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.

Type Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task Mandatory
Case Study 2,000 words 35 N Individual N
Report 2,500 words 30 N Group N
Final Exam 1,000 words 35 N Individual N

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