Sustainable Major Sport Events

Are you passionate about sports and interested in the impact of major sporting events on host cities and regions? Our course, "Sustainable Major Sport Events," offers an in-depth exploration of how to plan and execute large-scale sporting events while ensuring long-term sustainability. This comprehensive program delves into the five pillars of sustainability - human, social, economic, governance, and environmental - providing you with a holistic understanding of what it takes to create a truly sustainable major sport event.

What students will learn from the course:

• The concept of sustainability in the context of major sport events
• The five pillars of sustainable major sport events and their core principles
• Key considerations for human sustainability in event planning
• Principles and important aspects of social sustainability
• Economic sustainability factors in major sport events
• Governance sustainability and its role in event management
• Environmental sustainability, focusing on infrastructure, air, water, and waste management

Pre-requisites or skills necessary to complete the course:

There are no specific prerequisites for this course. It is designed as an introductory-level program, making it accessible to anyone interested in sports event management and sustainability.

What the course will cover:

• Introduction to sustainable major sport events
• Human sustainability in event planning and execution
• Social sustainability and community impact
• Economic sustainability and financial considerations
• Governance sustainability and effective management
• Environmental sustainability: Buildings and infrastructure
• Environmental sustainability: Air, water, and waste management
• Real-world case studies and examples
• Final assignment to apply learned concepts

Who this course is for:

• Sports management professionals
• Event planners and organizers
• Environmental studies students
• City planners and government officials
• Anyone interested in the intersection of sports, events, and sustainability

How learners can use these skills in the real world:

1. Planning and organizing sustainable sporting events at local, national, or international levels
2. Consulting for cities bidding to host major sport events
3. Developing sustainability strategies for sports organizations
4. Creating policies for sustainable event management
5. Assessing the environmental and social impact of existing sporting events
6. Improving the long-term benefits of major sport events for host communities

This course, created with support from The Josoor Institute, offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights into the world of sustainable major sport events. With its comprehensive curriculum and real-world examples, you'll be well-equipped to contribute to the planning and execution of eco-friendly, socially responsible, and economically viable sporting events that leave a positive legacy for host cities and regions.