Event Studies
Theory, research and policy for planned events
By Donald Getz, Stephen J. Page | Publisher: Taylor and Francis
About the book
Event Studies is the only book devoted to developing knowledge and theory about planned events. It focuses on event planning and management, outcomes, the experience of events and the meanings attached to them, the dynamic processes shaping events and why people attend them.
This title draws from a large number of foundation disciplines and closely related professional fields, to foster interdisciplinary theory focused on planned events. It brings together important discourses on events including event management, event tourism, and the study of events within various disciplines that are able to shed light on the roles, importance and impacts of events in society and culture.
New to this edition:
- New sections on social and intangible influences, consumer psychology and legal environment, planning and policy framework to reflect recent developments in the field
- Extended coverage of philosophy and research methods and how they can best be used in event studies; social media as a marketing tool; and the class and cultural influences of events
- New and additional case studies throughout the book from a wide range of international events
- Companion website to include PowerPoint slides and updated Instructor’s Manual including suggested lecture outlines and sequence, quizzes per chapter and essay questions.
Editions of Event Studies
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317481607
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317481614
Read an Excerpt
Event Studies is the only book devoted to developing knowledge and theory about planned events. It focuses on event planning and management, outcomes, the experience of events and the meanings attached to them, the dynamic processes shaping events and why people attend them.
This title draws from a large number of foundation disciplines and closely related professional fields, to foster interdisciplinary theory focused on planned events. It brings together important discourses on events including event management, event tourism, and the study of events within various disciplines that are able to shed light on the roles, importance and impacts of events in society and culture.
New to this edition:
- New sections on social and intangible influences, consumer psychology and legal environment, planning and policy framework to reflect recent developments in the field
- Extended coverage of philosophy and research methods and how they can best be used in event studies; social media as a marketing tool; and the class and cultural influences of events
- New and additional case studies throughout the book from a wide range of international events
- Companion website to include PowerPoint slides and updated Instructor’s Manual including suggested lecture outlines and sequence, quizzes per chapter and essay questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Event Studies about?
Event Studies is the only book devoted to developing knowledge and theory about planned events. It focuses on event planning and management, outcomes, the experience of events and the meanings attached to them, the dynamic processes shaping events and why people attend them.
This title draws from a large number of foundation disciplines and closely related professional fields, to foster interdisciplinary theory focused on planned events. It brings together important discourses on events including event management, event tourism, and the study of events within various disciplines that are able to shed light on the roles, importance and impacts of events in society and culture.
New to this edition:
- New sections on social and intangible influences, consumer psychology and legal environment, planning and policy framework to reflect recent developments in the field
- Extended coverage of philosophy and research methods and how they can best be used in event studies; social media as a marketing tool; and the class and cultural influences of events
- New and additional case studies throughout the book from a wide range of international events
- Companion website to include PowerPoint slides and updated Instructor’s Manual including suggested lecture outlines and sequence, quizzes per chapter and essay questions.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Event Studies?
Sports and Active outdoor recreation > Sport: general
Where can I read a sample of Event Studies?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317481607
Is Event Studies part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Events Management
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Event Studies?
Donald Getz, Stephen J. Page
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Event Studies is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317481607) and pdf(ISBN 9781317481614)