Title: Explore the organizational structures within the sports and entertainment industries.
Course: Sports and Entertainment Management (12163-II) > Section: Explaining the Structure of Sports and Entertainment Businesses

Exploration should include models that reflect for-profit businesses, nonprofit organizations, and public-private partnerships, such as

- professional sports leagues
- sports recreation leagues
- general business studios
- venues (public vs. private)
- governing bodies (e.g., NCAA)
- parks and recreation authorities.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the similarities and differences in the employment structure and opportunities between a for-profit and a nonprofit organization?
- How does the organizational structure vary between a public and a private organization?
- When might it be wise to choose a public vs. a private venue?
- What is the organizational structure of a sports league?
- Who makes up the governing body of the NCAA and what are their basic job descriptions?