ECO 305 - Business and Economics of Sports

Institution:

Marymount University

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Description:

Uses microeconomic principles to explore the decisions of owners and business managers in the sports industry. Topics include players' salaries and union contract negotiations, ticket sales, the market for broadcast rights, and stadium financing. The course also examines the economics of collegiate sports and the expanding international markets in broadcast rights, athletes' contracts, and team paraphernalia. See department chair for course offering schedule. Prerequisite: ECO 210 with a grade of C or better or permission of the instructor. ( 3)

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marymount.edu

Phone Number:

(703) 522-5600

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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