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Table of Contents:
Chapter 1. Developing Leadership Style and Philosophy
Characteristics and Skills of the Athletic Director
Philosophy, Values, and Operating Principles
Relationship Building
Problem Solving
Chapter 2. Governance of the Athletic Program
Accountability to Institutional Stakeholders
Governance and Advisory Mechanisms
Chapter 3. Vision, Mission, and Goals
Chapter 4. Operational Structure of the Athletic Program
Chapter 5. Office Operations, Finance, and Budgeting
Staff Preparation
Office Operations
Contracts and Insurance
Financial Affairs
Budgeting
Chapter 6. Managing a Staff to Accomplish Program Goals
Organizational Structure
Supervisor Responsibilities
Hiring Process
Staff Evaluation
Employment Administration
Job Descriptions
Chapter 7. Ethics, Rules Compliance, and Professional Conduct
Chapter 8. Student-Athlete Support Programs
Academic Support Programs
Student-Life Programs
Chapter 9. Sports Medicine and Athletic Training Programs
Program and Facility Operations
Preparticipation Requirements
Injury Documentation
Drug-Testing Program
Critical Sports Medicine Issues
Chapter 10. Diversity, Inclusion, and Nondiscrimination
Chapter 11. Team Administration
Roster Management
Athlete Selection, Participation, and Preparation
Coach and Student-Athlete Conduct
Equipment and Uniforms
Travel
Awards
Chapter 12. Event Management and Scheduling
Scheduling of Practices and Contests
Event Operations
Camps and Clinics
Chapter 13. Revenue Acquisition and Fund-Raising
Overview of General Considerations
Annual Giving and Major Giving
Fund-Raising Campaigns
Corporate-Giving and Sponsorship Programs
Athletic Event Income
Multimedia Rights and Advertising Income
Other Sources of Revenue
Chapter 14. Communications, Media Relations, and Promotions
Positioning the Brand
Media Relations
Publications
Chapter 15. Facilities and Operations
Building or Significantly Renovating a Sport Facility
Facility Operations
Facility Rentals