SPORT MANAGEMENT MIDTERM
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
How many sport mgt. programs are there worldwide? - Correct Answers -722
When/where was the first sport mgt. program? - Correct Answers -1966/Ohio University
What is the definition of sport? - Correct Answers -any activity, experience, or business
enterprise focused on fitness, recreation, athletics, or leisure
What are the new sports in the NCAA? - Correct Answers -triathlon and beach volleyball
What are some unique aspects of sport mgt.? - Correct Answers -consumed as it is
produced, no guarantee of customer satisfaction, and outcome can not be predicted or
influenced
Why is TV needed by leagues? - Correct Answers -money/income, gives people
opportunity to enjoy sport without going, sponsorships
What are the revenue sources for professional sports teams? - Correct Answers -media
contracts, gate receipts, licensing and merchandising, and sponsorship
What intercollegiate division has the most sports teams? - Correct Answers -Division III
Sport is _________ institution. - Correct Answers -social
What are some skills that sport mgt. employees need? - Correct Answers -
communication, money management, marketing, personable, public speaking,
organization, knowledge on sports, and fundraising
What are some steps of preparation to take when becoming a professional? - Correct
Answers -general education, major courses in sport mgt., extracurricular activities,
specialized training, gaining experience through enjoyment, field experiences, and
advanced education
What is professional attitude reflected in? - Correct Answers -personal appearance,
adjustment to the workplace, business attitude, ethical decision making, ethical
dilemmas, and critical thinking skill
What is professional image reflected in? - Correct Answers -grooming, attire and
accessories, posture, and social media
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
How many sport mgt. programs are there worldwide? - Correct Answers -722
When/where was the first sport mgt. program? - Correct Answers -1966/Ohio University
What is the definition of sport? - Correct Answers -any activity, experience, or business
enterprise focused on fitness, recreation, athletics, or leisure
What are the new sports in the NCAA? - Correct Answers -triathlon and beach volleyball
What are some unique aspects of sport mgt.? - Correct Answers -consumed as it is
produced, no guarantee of customer satisfaction, and outcome can not be predicted or
influenced
Why is TV needed by leagues? - Correct Answers -money/income, gives people
opportunity to enjoy sport without going, sponsorships
What are the revenue sources for professional sports teams? - Correct Answers -media
contracts, gate receipts, licensing and merchandising, and sponsorship
What intercollegiate division has the most sports teams? - Correct Answers -Division III
Sport is _________ institution. - Correct Answers -social
What are some skills that sport mgt. employees need? - Correct Answers -
communication, money management, marketing, personable, public speaking,
organization, knowledge on sports, and fundraising
What are some steps of preparation to take when becoming a professional? - Correct
Answers -general education, major courses in sport mgt., extracurricular activities,
specialized training, gaining experience through enjoyment, field experiences, and
advanced education
What is professional attitude reflected in? - Correct Answers -personal appearance,
adjustment to the workplace, business attitude, ethical decision making, ethical
dilemmas, and critical thinking skill
What is professional image reflected in? - Correct Answers -grooming, attire and
accessories, posture, and social media
