Study on the Management of Sports Facilities in Maha Sarakham Province

Authors

  • Thidarat At-takit Rajabhat Maha Sarakham university
  • Singhalakhon Singhalakhon Rajabhat Maha Sarakham university
  • Sintusiri Sintusiri Rajabhat Maha Sarakham university
  • Weerayut Kongwongsa Rajabhat Maha Sarakham university
  • Apipawut Parawat Rajabhat Maha Sarakham university

Keywords:

Sports Administration, Stadium, Sports Center

Abstract

The objective of this research is to study the management of the Maha Sarakham Provincial Sports Complex in terms of 4 M management (Man, Money, Material, and Method) and the management process (POSDCoRB). The research utilized a data collection tool consisting of a questionnaire distributed to 400 users of the sports complex, including those who use the facilities for exercise and sports activities. Data was collected both in person and online, and analyzed for percentages, averages, and standard deviations.

          The results were as follows :

  1. The results 4 M Management: Overall, the 4 M management aspects were rated highly. The staff’s interpersonal skills at the Maha Sarakham Provincial Sports Complex were considered good. The appropriateness of the service fees for sports events was deemed satisfactory. The number of sports facilities available, such as football fields, swimming pools, fitness centers, and grandstands, was sufficient for service provision.
  2. Management Process (POSDCoRB): Overall, the management process was rated highly. The staff at the sports complex were found to hold meetings and plan before performing their duties. They executed their responsibilities systematically and prepared the sports facilities for users effectively. Convenience in accessing the sports complex was noted, and there was effective public communication regarding events and sports competitions through various channels. As a result, users of the Maha Sarakham Provincial Sports Complex expressed a high level of satisfaction with the management of the facility in all aspects.

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Published

2024-10-24

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At-takit, T., Singhalakhon, S., Sintusiri, S., Kongwongsa, W. ., & Parawat, A. . (2024). Study on the Management of Sports Facilities in Maha Sarakham Province. Journal for Developing the Social and Community, 11(3), 1–18. Retrieved from https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/rdirmu/article/view/280771

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