72707 - Private Sports Law And Management of Sports Enterprises

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student , through the examination of case-laws reported during the lesson and led by the teacher, has a basic knowledge and the terminology of private law in particular with regard to the knowledge and to the discipline of private law entities, of the property and the possession right, of the contract rules, of the sales contracts, of the procurement contract, of the loan, of the free-loan and of the unlawful act.The student also learns the basic knowledge about sports system entities, sports sponsorship contract, violation of the rules.Finally the student acquires the ability to find legal sources, to see codes and databases and to bring up to date about the sectoral legislation.The student is also able to understand the essential aspects of the functioning of economic organizations ,especially of the companies.The course will explain the concepts of economic value, of competitive advantage and of corporate governance.During the course reference will be made to organizations operating in the field of sport, trying to seek the most suitable strategies for the sustainability over time.

Course contents

Readings/Bibliography

The lectures will be based on the following textbook: L. Di Nella, E. Indraccolo, A. Lepore, P. Del Vecchio, S. Palazzi (eds.), "Manuale di diritto dello sport", 3rd ed., Edizioni Scientifiche Italiane, Naples, 2026 (forthcoming).

For a more in-depth study of the fundamental concepts of private law covered in Module 1, which provide the necessary foundation for the study of sports law, students are encouraged to consult "Manuale di diritto civile", edited by P. Perlingieri, 12th ed., Edizioni Scientifiche Italiane, Naples, 2024. The relevant sections and page references will be indicated by the instructor during the course.

Teaching methods

Teaching is primarily delivered through lectures supported by presentation slides. Students' active participation is encouraged through the discussion of practical cases and the analysis of topics of particular interest.

Assessment methods

Classes will be held during the first semester. There are no prerequisites for taking the examination.

Assessment Methods

The assessment consists of an oral examination covering the entire course syllabus. The examination normally includes three questions on the topics listed in the syllabus and may also involve the discussion of practical cases or interpretative issues.

Knowledge

Students are expected to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the private law and sports law institutions covered in the course, the relevant legal framework, and the fundamental principles governing the subject.

Skills

Students will be assessed on their ability to analyse and interpret the legal institutions covered in the course, to establish connections between the different topics, and to use appropriate legal terminology.

Competences

Students will be assessed on their ability to apply the knowledge acquired to the analysis and resolution of legal issues relating to sporting activities, formulating coherent legal arguments.

Assessment Criteria

The final mark will be based on the following criteria: knowledge of the course contents (25%), ability to establish connections between the different topics (25%), quality of legal reasoning and presentation (25%), and ability to apply the knowledge acquired to practical cases (25%).

Grades will be awarded according to the following criteria:

• 30 with honours (30 cum laude): comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of the course contents, excellent analytical and reasoning skills, and clear, accurate presentation.

• 27–30: comprehensive knowledge of the course contents, good analytical skills and ability to establish connections between topics, with clear and accurate presentation.

• 24–26: good knowledge of the course contents, adequate analytical skills and ability to establish connections, with generally accurate presentation.

• 18–23: basic knowledge of the course contents, sufficient analytical skills and ability to establish connections, with an adequate presentation.

• Fail: inadequate knowledge of the course contents, limited analytical skills and ability to establish connections, and inadequate presentation.

Registration for the examination must be completed through the AlmaEsami platform (https://almaesami.unibo.it/almaesami/welcome.htm ).

Teaching tools

Presentation slides will be used during the lectures and made available to students to facilitate their understanding of the topics covered and to support their study. The instructor may also provide additional reading materials and supplementary resources on specific topics discussed during the course.

Office hours

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