Socio-Professional Implications of Sports Events: A Perspective from Dual-Career Students

Raluca Buhaș (), Alexandru Ilieș, Sorana Săveanu, Paul Szabo-Alexi, Mariana Szabo-Alexi and Sorin Buhaș
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Raluca Buhaș: Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania
Alexandru Ilieș: Faculty of Geography, Tourism and Sport, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania
Sorana Săveanu: Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania
Paul Szabo-Alexi: Faculty of Geography, Tourism and Sport, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania
Mariana Szabo-Alexi: Faculty of Geography, Tourism and Sport, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania
Sorin Buhaș: Faculty of Geography, Tourism and Sport, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 10, 1-13

Abstract: Background: The organization of a sports event can be analyzed from the perspective of its impact on the participants, organizers and community. University championships have a sustainable character, with several tournaments being planned over time, receiving increased interest from all stakeholders. Methods: This research aimed to describe aspects regarding the organization and planning of sports events, the academic and professional profiles of student-athletes and the implications of their participation in championships. We used two research methods: one based on geography, and another based on a sociological survey of 139 dual-career students participating in the national university championship of men’s football and women’s volleyball organized by the University of Oradea (Romania). Results: The research results show that academic studies provide professional competencies, while participation in sports events contributes to students’ personal and professional development. The results highlight that dual-career students are more prone to develop their sports careers; therefore, participation in these types of events represents a milestone in their careers. Conclusions: Our study can be considered when organizing these types of sports events and can provide directions for the development of sustainable strategies and programs to support students with dual careers.

Keywords: sports events; dual-career students; academic and professional profile; university championship (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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