OVERVIEW

The sustainability paradigm, understood as a development model integrating three fundamental dimensions (economic, social, and environmental), is now considered an essential element in the organization of sporting events. This course provides knowledge and interpretive tools to understand and evaluate the degree of sustainability of sporting events at various levels, from large international manifestations to local ones.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the course, the student will be able to: 1 know the main tools for measuring the territorial impact of sport events and the tourism movement associated with them (knowledge objectives). 2 identify the main socio-territorial costs / benefits due to the realization of sport events, using the sources appropriately (objectives of competence). 3 elaborate a critical reflection on the territorial consequences of the development of sports tourism following the realization of specific sport events (behavioral objectives).

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

This course aims to provide basic knowledge about the concept of sustainability with particular reference to the organization of sporting events and their territorial consequences. The analysis of case studies at various levels (from the Olympics to events involving single cities or limited areas) will help critically examine their short- and long-term impacts and develop useful skills in the planning and organization phases of sporting events.

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

• Understand the concept of sustainability in its three dimensions (social, economic, and environmental).
• Utilise tools for measuring the impact of sporting events on the territory.
• Identify the main parameters for measuring the impact of sporting events on the territory.
• Identify and define the territorial impact of certain sporting events, also in terms of local development, territorial enhancement, and the implementation of sports tourism.
• Develop a critical approach to the level of sustainability of sporting events.
• Argue and describe (in written and oral form) how sporting events impact the territory.

PREREQUISITES

None

TEACHING METHODS

The course consists of frontal lessons aimed at presenting and studying the main territorial implications of organizing sporting events.

The materials used during the lessons will be uploaded to AulaWeb along with other resources (reports, links to databases, etc.) to define the quantitative aspects of the phenomena studied.

Occasionally, scholars or experts in the discipline (Italian and foreign) may also be invited to hold seminars to delve into specific aspects of the topics covered.

If the number of enrolled students allows, attending students will also have the opportunity to conduct case studies through group projects. The group project is divided into two phases: drafting a written report and an oral presentation accompanied by slides. Specific information will be provided during lessons and via the course's AulaWeb page.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

The program is divided into three parts:

PART ONE: Introduction to the concept of environment, sustainability, and sustainable development. The 2030 UN Agenda for Sustainable Development

PART TWO: Sustainability in the organization of sporting events; tools and methods for its measurement.

PART THREE: Analysis of specific sporting events and their local impact (e.g., Turin Winter Olympics, Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, Giro d'Italia, Genoa - Red Bull Cerro Abajo).

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

For ATTENDING Students

Materials uploaded to AulaWeb, supplemented by what is presented by the lecturer in class and appropriately summarized in notes taken during lessons. In the absence of exhaustive notes, students are required to use the textbook.

TEXTBOOK:

Detailed information will be provided soon.

For NON-ATTENDING Students

TEXTBOOKS: Detailed information will be provided soon.

Materials uploaded to AulaWeb.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

Exam Board

PIETRO PIANA (President)

LESSONS

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The exam is oral and takes place in person.

Additionally, and exclusively for students who attend at least two-thirds of the in-person lessons, the lecturer may introduce a written midterm exam during the lesson period. This midterm can exempt students from the oral exam for the corresponding part of the syllabus.

Please note that attending at least 50% of the lessons allows students to take the oral exam with the attending student syllabus.

The course is delivered in Italian, and, as a rule, the exam must be taken in Italian.

If the number of students permits and group projects are carried out by attending students, this work, even if discussed during the course, constitutes an integral part of the oral exam.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

The oral interview and any midterm exam (written) will allow for the assessment of:

• Mastery and in-depth understanding of knowledge.
• Ability to apply developed competencies.

The following are the evaluation criteria:

• The quality of the presentation.
• The correct use of appropriate terminology.
• The ability for critical analysis, including on potential cases discussed.

If the number of students allows for the creation of group projects, they will also be evaluated on the quality of the written work regarding its content and formal aspects.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Students who have regularly submitted certification for DSA (Specific Learning Disorders), disabilities, or other special educational needs are advised to contact both the coordinator, Prof. Aristide Canepa (aristide.canepa@unige.it), and the module convenor at the beginning of the course. This is to agree on teaching and exam methods that, while respecting the objectives of the course, take into account individual learning modalities and provide appropriate compensatory tools.