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MAN-20165 - Module Specification
Keele Business School
Faculty of Business, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences

For academic year: 2026/27 Last Updated: 17 March 2026

MAN-20165 - Leisure, Sport and Society: Sustainability, Politics and Communities
Coordinator: Sunday Adebola Tel: +44 1782 7 33425
Lecture Time: See Timetable...
Level: Level 5
Credits: 30
Study Hours: 300
School Office: 01782 733094

Programme/Approved Electives for 2026/27

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2026/27

There is more to the Sport and Leisure industry that we see when we attend these experiences. For instance, whether it is understanding the societal and economic benefits of an event, how sport is becoming more sustainable or how tourism is constantly changing, you will get a holistic view of leisure and sport. Understanding the nature and characteristics of the different sectors comprising the Sport and Leisure industry provides you with the context to understand management issues facing companies and organisations in this important industry. In this module you will challenge the role of sport and leisure on society, the issues they face on a daily basis and offer appropriate solutions.

Aims
This module aims to provide students with knowledge and insight of the different sectors in the Leisure, Events, Hospitality and Tourism (LEHT) industry. It focusses on the importance and nature of each specific sector to the economy, culture and society of a nation and the interconnectedness of each sector. The student will be able to understand the historical development of the Leisure, Events, Hospitality and Tourism (LEHT) industry and be able to identify critical issues relating to the management of companies and organisations in the industry.

Intended Learning Outcomes

position the sport and leisure industry in their historical and cultural context: 1,2
use data and industry information to analyse, critique the nature, structure and composition of the sport and leisure sectors: 1,2
assess the impact of the Leisure, Events, Hospitality and Tourism (LEHT) industry on society, culture and the economy: 2
evaluate the key management and marketing issues facing companies and organisations sports and leisure industries: 1,2
conceptualise the role of society on sport and leisure and vice versa across different countries: 2

Study hours

Interactive workshops combining lecture and group based activity - 48 hours
Preparation for assessments - 152 hours
Preparation for classes - 100 hours

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Presentation weighted 40%
Individual Industry Presentation
Individual Industry Presentation (10 mins) - students will select an specific industry relevant to their award and analyse the drivers of the sector and identify key marketing and management issues that face the sector.

2: Report weighted 60%
Individual Sector Report
Students will draft a report conceptualising the role of society on their chosen leisure sector and vice versa, placing their discussion both a historical and contemporary context (2000 words)

The University undertakes a continuous review of its teaching and research provision to ensure programmes are of a high quality and changes may be made to modules where it is necessary and reasonable to do so. Please be aware that minor changes to modules, such as a change to an individual assessment, can occur up until enrolment, although we endeavour to give you as much notice as possible of any changes. Details about the circumstance in which changes are made to programmes can be found in the Student Agreement, available at: https://www.keele.ac.uk/legalgovernancecompliance/governance/actcharterstatutesordinancesandregulations/studenttermsconditions/

Last Updated: 17 March 2026