ECON 315 - The Economics of Sport

Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60

Students will apply fundamental models in economics to the context of sports management and planning. They will examine how market structure pertains to franchises, organizations and competition. Students also learn about the practical applications of profit maximization, including the value of leagues, and international organizations, and the external impact of events on communities. Students will also determine how salary caps and other labour bargaining tools affect competition in the boardroom and on the field.

Prerequisites
One of:

C in English 12
C in Camosun Alternative