Sport Governance Quiz 1

constitutions and bylaws

Documents outlining basic functions of an organization. Can include info about core principles, and operational procedures.

Impact of organizing and organizational structure

Influences the following: 1. Flow of information 2. Collaboration 3. Coordination 4. Allocation of power and responsibility

Attributes on an Organization: division of labor

clear division of tasks, often through organizational charts.

Attributes on an Organization: formal rules and procedures

constitutions, by-laws, manuals, etc.

Morals

define personal character that is relatively unchanging (the values and beliefs that we personally have as people...internal)

Measures of CSR: philanthropic

department would become an open advocate of Title IX, andhelp other universities.

Structural feature of sport governance organizations: membership

determine policies, rules, and regulations

Corporate social responsibility (CSR)

"A concept whereby companies or organizations integrate social and environmental concerns in their business operations and in their interaction with their stakeholders on a voluntary basis. Being socially responsible means not only fulfilling legal expectations, but also going beyond compliance and investing "more" into human capital, the environment and relations with stakeholders" Key themes include: 1. Human rights, labor, and security 2. Enterprise and economic development 3. Business standards and corporate governance 4. Health promotion 5. Education and leadership development 6. Human disaster relief 7. Environment

Vision Statement

"A vision statement can be as simple as a single sentence or can span a short paragraph... Vision statements are future-based and are meant to inspire and give direction to the employees of the company, rather than to the customers"

Organizational units within. sport organization: Ad Hoc committees

"as needed" and temporary

Goals

-Broad statements -Qualitative in nature -Providing general direction to the organization -Achievable 1. Example: Increase BSU Football Attendance

Additional plans: single-use

-Developed for one-time-only events -Examples 1. Parking plan for golf tournament 2. Court design for local basketball tournament

Types of Plans: long term

-For projects and events 3 or more years into the future -Examples 1. Begin to plan Olympic games 2. Work with architects to develop a new stadium

Types of Plans: short term

-For projects and events within 1-3 years -Examples 1. Test venues at Olympic games to make sure they work 2. Secure contracts with concessions or security 3. Plan a regional or national conference

Additional Plans: standing

-In place and consulted as certain events repeat -Examples 1. Security check before each home game 2. Annual ownersmeetings

Objectives

-Quantitative statements -Measurable, realistic, and clear -Tied to achieving specific goals ...Goal: Increase BSU Football Attendance 1. Objective #1: - Increase game-day walk-up sales by 5% 2. Objective #2: - Increase group ticket sales by 10%

Types of decisions: routine or programmed

-Repetitive -Based on policies and procedures -Example: When the toilets break, call maintenance. When the front office runs out of paper, order more.

Tactics

-Specific how-to steps -Used to achieve objectives ......Goal: Increase BSU Football Attendance ...Objective #1: - Increase game-day walk-up sales by 5% 1. Tactic #1: Add two new promotions (bobblehead and seat-back give aways). 2. Tactic #2: Purchase five 30-second radio ads.

Eval of planning process

-Successful planning process should flow from step to step -All steps should relate to and be consistent with the mission statement 1. Evaluation: Determine actual percentage increase and compare to 5% target. Reward employees appropriately.

Types of decisions: complex or non-programmed

-Unique situations -Examples: Weather related decisions, budget cuts, or changing league rules.

Robert's Rules of Order

1. Call to Order 2. Approval of minutes of the previous meeting 3. Committee Reports 4. Old Business 5. New Business 6. Announcements 7. Call to Adjourn

Fair and ethical means to practice sport

1. Codes of ethics 2. Basic human rights (e.g., no exploitation, respect for dignity, privacy). 3. Principles of due process (e.g., informed consent, appeal process, no bias or conflicts of interests). 4. Responsibility of care for self and others 5. Business practices that are fair and just 6. Quality control systems (review all factors affecting quality of product) 6. Policies and procedures regarding challenging issues

Reasons for resistance to planning

1. Comfort zone—"We've always done it this way." 2. Futility—"We've done this beforeand no one really pays attention." 3. Intimidation due to lack of planning skills

Key sport ethics topics/issues

1. Corruption, gambling, cheating 2. Expectation for athletes to be role models/ambassadors both on and off the field 3. Sexualization and/or exploitation of athletes 4. Violence on the field 5. Verbal and physical abuse of officials 6. Excessive alcohol consumption and use of recreational drugs 7. Sportsmanship/fair play/sporting values 8. Performance-enhancing drugs 9. Racial harassment and vilification 10. Spectator violence 11. Abusive/aggressive parental behavior 12. Eating disorders 13. Sponsorship demands 14. Sexuality discrimination and homophobia 15. Questionable game tactics 16. Media's role

Mission Statement

1. Different from Vision Statement because instead of focusing on the future, mission statements focus on the purpose, philosophy and values. 2. Describes who you are and what you do 3. Uses concise terms and language easily understood within and outside of the organization

The rational model of decision making

1. Identify the REAL problem 2. Identify the decision objective 3. Gather all pertinent information 4. Identify any hurdles 5. Brainstorm for alternatives (other research?) 6. Narrow down theoptions 7. Examine thepros and cons of each option 8. Make the decision 9. Evaluate the decision (how, when)

Sports ethics should address...

1. Respect for persons 2. Protection from harm 3. Development of ethical conduct toward others 4. Justice, fairness, equity 5. Ethics of care (relationships) 6. Freedom to enjoy 7. Respect for the institution of sport

When does an ethical conflict exist: 1

1. Significant "value" conflicts among differing interests (e.g., gender equity vs. rewarding achievement). 2. Real alternatives that are "equally justifiable" (e.g., equally distributing money, or allowing revenue sports to keep their revenue). 3. Significant "consequences" on stakeholders in the situation (e.g., women's sports underfunded).

The SLEEPE model of decision making

1. Social 2. Legal 3. Economic 4. Ethical 5. Political 6. Educational

Influences on sport organizations: external

1. Task or operating environment (proximal) - i.e., within the industry 2. General environment (distal) - i.e., general public

Steps in the Planning Process

1. Vision Statement 2. Mission Statement 3. Goals 4. Objectives 5. Tactics 6. Roles 7. Evaluation

How do you solve an ethical dilemma

1.Identify the correct problem to solve 2.Gather all pertinent information 3.Explore codes of conduct relevant to your profession or this particular dilemma 4.Examine your own personal values or beliefs 5.Consult with others in the industry who may have had similar experiences 6.List decision options 7.Try for a win-win situation if possible 8.Ask yourself how public scrutiny of your decision might affect your family 9.Don't rush to a decision 10.Make the best decision possible 11.Evaluate your decision over time

Industry valued in 2014

700 billion

Planning - benefits

Benefits: -Imparts direction to employees -Helps organization determine its destiny -Ensures effective control -Determines managerial success

Role of decision making in sport governance

Decisions: -Can have far-reaching implications -Shape the organization's direction -Are open to the public scrutiny and media discussion (remember the case study) -Require a concrete method

Organizing

Definition "The process of delegating and coordinating tasks and resources to achieve objectives."

Roles

Identification of organizational units to carry out tactics Identification of behaviors or actions necessary to ensure success 1. Role- Director of Marketing and Promotions

Four Functions of Management

Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Evaluating

Planning - purposes

Purposes: -Formalize objectives -Determine time standards and efficiency -Minimize problems -Achieve effective end results

Influences on sport organizations: internal

Specific policies and procedures within the organization

Define Sport Governance

The exercise of power and authority in sport organizations, including "policy" making, to determine organizational "mission", membership, "eligibility", and regulatory "power", within the organizations appropriate local, national, or international scope.

Decision making

Two basic components: Gathering information Analyzing information

Attributes on an Organization: hierarchy of authority

an established line of power

Attributes on an Organization: clear boundaries

any claim of membership can be easily verified

Measures of CSR: legal

follow the letter of the law, but no more. Will most likely meet one of the three prongs of Title IX compliance (proportionality, expansion of opportunities for females, full accommodation).

Five R's of good governance: results

system that reports final standings and performance statistics

Five R's of good governance: regulations

systems that report info (e.g., structure, eligibility guidelines, etc.)

Structural feature of sport governance organizations: paid staff

implement, but don't set, governance policies. They usually work at the headquarters and take care of the day-to-day operations of the organization.

Ethics

job specific or societal norms that do not always align with your morals but are applied to the situation you are in

Attributes on an Organization: performance

members come and go, but org. is permanent.

Attributes on an Organization: Identity

name or brand established with the public

Five R's of good governance: rules

needed for officiating and management of events

Organizational units within. sport organization: standing committees

ongoing committees with rolling membership, designed to maintain important functions for the general assembly (i.e., finance, membership, rules, etc.).

Measures of CSR: economic

only concerned about financial goals, andwill only comply when forced to do so.

Regulatory Power

organizations have the ability to enforce rules and impose sanctions

Organizational units within. sport organization: executive or professional staff

paid employees of the organization who run the day-to-day operations.

Sport is what kind of industry

people-oriented/service oriented

Structural feature of sport governance organizations: president or executive committee appointed by members

power usually lies here.

Organizational units within. sport organization: general assemblies

primary governing body usually made of volunteers who determine most of the rules, policies, and procedures. They usually elect officers to run the organization, including a president.

Attributes on an Organization: program of activity

set of goals tied to a mission

Attributes on an Organization: membership

set rules establishing member status

Organizational units within. sport organization: executive committees, governing boards, or management councils

small subsets of general assembly elected to serve. Many believe this is where the "real power" lies.

Five R's of good governance: rankings

system that places competitive teams from first to last

Five R's of good governance: records

system that report best all timeresults

Societal issues reflected in sport

violence, racism, and sexual assault

Measures of CSR: ethical

will meet the letter of the law, and the spirit of the law. Meeting all three prongs would fulfill the ethical measure.