Title: Explain the importance and impact of the sports and entertainment industries.
Course: Sports and Entertainment Marketing (12163-I) > Section: Understanding the Importance of Sports and Entertainment Marketing

Explanation should include identification of examples of career opportunities as well as answers to the following questions:

- What is the sports and fitness industry?
- What is arts and entertainment?
- What role do recreation and tourism play in the sports and entertainment industries?

Explanation should also include the importance of each industry to the consumer (e.g., escape, fun, social connection, health, education, economic inclusiveness) and the economic impacts to the community:

- Provides jobs
- Benefits other businesses
- Adds to tax revenue

Process/Skill Questions:

- What products and services are available in the sports industry? The entertainment industry?
- How does each of these industries impact the consumer? The economy? The community?
- Where can a student learn about sports and entertainment career opportunities?