Title: (Optional) Identify cultural and political environmental factors and their economic impact on the global sports, entertainment, and event industries.
Course: Sports, Entertainment, and Event Management > Section: Describing the Economics of the Sports, Entertainment, and Event Industries

Identification of cultural environmental factors should include

- beliefs
- behaviors
- heritage.

Identification of political environmental factors should include

- government structure
- laws
- economic stability
- terrorism threats/security
- current events
- international agreements.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What political and cultural relationships are necessary to support the global sports, entertainment, and event industries?
- How do international political and cultural relations influence the success of global sports and event enterprises?
- How do transportation, communication, and venue infrastructure support global sports and entertainment industries?
- What role do cultural values and practices play in driving growth and demand within the global sports, entertainment, and event industries?
- What global expansion efforts have been made by each of the major sports leagues?
- What types of security protocols are implemented to ensure the safety of consumers and industry professionals?

- What cultural, legal, and economic factors should organizations assess before expanding internationally?
- What are the potential benefits and challenges of entering international markets?