Sport Leadership & Management Chp. 1-3

1. What is the primary focus of leadership in sport organizations?

• • Financial management

• • Team development and effectiveness

• • Performance enhancement

• Marketing strategies

1. Which leadership theory emphasizes the leader’s role in providing a vision and direction for followers?

• •  Transactional Leadership

• • Transformational Leadership

• • Situational Leadership

• • Laissez-Faire Leadership

1. According to Chapter 2, which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective leadership in sport organizations?

• • Communication skills

• • Strategic thinking

• • Micromanagement

• • Motivational ability

What is the significance of organizational culture in sport leadership?

• • It defines the financial budget of the organization.

• • It dictates the hiring process.

• • It focuses solely on marketing and sponsorship.

• • It influences how leaders and members interact and perform.

1. Which leadership style is characterized by leaders who prioritize relationships and team member input over direct control?

• • Autocratic Leadership

• • Transactional Leadership

• • Transformational Leadership

• • Democratic Leadership

1. In Chapter 3, what is mentioned as a key factor influencing leadership effectiveness in sports?

• • Organizational structure

• • Technological advancements

• • Market trends

• • Public relations strategies

1. What is the primary role of a leader in a sport organization according to Chapter 1?

• • To handle media relations

• • To oversee financial transactions

• • To develop and implement strategic vision

• • To manage daily operations

Which theory suggests that effective leadership varies according to the leader’s style and the situation at hand?

• • Contingency Theory

• • Trait Theory

• • Behavioral Theory

• • Path-Goal Theory

1. In Chapter 2, which of the following is NOT identified as a component of leadership effectiveness?

• • Vision

• • Personality 

• • Experience

• • Training and development

1. Which leadership approach involves leaders setting clear goals and expectations and providing feedback to improve performance?

• • Transformational Leadership

• • Charismatic Leadership

• • Laissez-Faire Leadership

• • Transactional Leadership