Download or read book Managing Major Sports Events written by Milena M. Parent and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text is a complete introduction to the principles and practical skills that underpin the running and hosting of major sports events, from initial bid to post-event legacy. The book draws closely on the authors' personal practical experiences of day-to-day management during the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.