Understanding Match-Fixing in Sport - Theory and Practice

Bringing together leading match-fixing researchers from different fields, this book offers new theoretical and applied perspectives on this persistent problem in sport and wider society.The book explores the foundations of match-fixing from multiple viewpoints, from sociology and criminology to policy and governance, exploring topics such as the use of network governance theory, ethics and integrity, and management aspects that position match-fixing in sport's commercial landscape. Featuring cases and data from all around the world, the book explains how match-fixing has become a prominent feature of contemporary sport, and considers the efficacy and practicability of interventions to solve these problems.This is fascinating and important reading for any advanced student, researcher, practitioner, or policymaker with an interest in sport management, sports business, sport policy, sport development, sport law, or criminology.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: Bram Constandt, Bram (Ghent University Constandt
• Con la collaborazione di: Bram Constandt (Editore), Argyro Elisavet Manoli (Editore)
• Editore: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Tascabile
• Pubblicazione: 27.05.2024
• EAN: 9780367754945
• ISBN: 978-0-367-75494-5
• Pagine: 236
• Dimensioni: 155 mm x 230 mm x 15 mm
• Serie: Routledge Research in Sport and Corruption; Print on demand
• Categorie: Guide e manuali > Sport > Tematiche generali, enciclopedie, manuali, annuari, storia; Libri scolastici > Didattica > Formazione professionale; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Sociology / General, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Industries / Service, Sociology: sport & leisure, Sports & outdoor recreation, Sport: general, Sociology: sport and leisure, Sports management & facilities, Sports management and facilities, SPORTS & RECREATION / Cultural & Social Aspects, Hospitality and service industries, Service industries