CHARACTERISTICS OF MANAGERS IN SPORT ORGANISATIONS IN CROATIA

In defining sport management and management in general similar concepts appear. However, what makes sport management distinct are the unique features of sport. This consequently requires managers who possess specific knowledge in the field of sport necessary for ensuring the survival and development of sport organisations. Another necessary element is the coordination and synchronisation of business activities between all levels of management in a sport organisation. Since quality human resources are crucial for the success of sport organisations, this function of management should be given special attention. The formation of successful sport teams is a long-term process that requires precise planning on the part of the manager where a particularly important role is given to strategic management. The success of management in sport organisations depends on its ability to implement the functions of management: planning, organising, managing human resources (staffing), directing and controlling.