Sport Governance Exam Chp. 1-3

What are the key elements of effective sport governance?

• Flexibility, secrecy, and informality

• Accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct

• Profitability, exclusivity, and competition

• Innovation, creativity, and independence

Compare and contrast the corporate and participatory models of governance in sport.

• Corporate model is informal; participatory model is hierarchical

• Corporate model is hierarchical; participatory model involves stakeholders

• Both models emphasize stakeholder involvement

• Both models focus on informal decision-making

Why is accountability crucial in sport governance?

• It ensures profitability

• It enhances secrecy

• It ensures ethical conduct and transparency

• It promotes exclusivity

What is the role of the Board of Directors in sport organizations?

• Low-level decision-making

• High-level decision-making and oversight

• Marketing and promotions

• Event management

What does the hybrid model of governance combine?

• Elements of corporate and participatory models

• Elements of informal and exclusive models

• Elements of hierarchical and informal models

• Elements of participatory and exclusive models

What issues does governance in sport address?

• Exclusivity and competition

• Corruption, mismanagement, and conflicts of interest

• Profitability and market share

• Innovation and creativity

What is the definition of governance in sport?

• The informal processes of sports organizations

• The structures, processes, and relationships that guide and control sports organizations

• The marketing strategies of sports organizations

• The financial management of sports organizations

What is the importance of transparency in sport governance?

• It reduces stakeholder trust

• It enhances accountability and ethical conduct

• It increases secrecy

• It promotes exclusivity

What is the responsibility of the Secretary in an organization?

• Oversee financial management

• Manage records and communication

• Handle day-to-day operations

• Lead the board

What is one strategy for improving governance in sport organizations?

• Reducing stakeholder engagement

• Ignoring compliance mechanisms

• Implementing best practices in governance

• Avoiding communication