Knowledge and Skills of Migrant Sports Professionals in Italy

Abstract: This study evaluated the effectiveness of customized training for managerial skills development based on the principles of “Education through Sport”. The quasi-experimental research design was utilized. In the same way, experiential learning was adapted to improve the sports skills of the sports professionals in Italy. The study’s theoretical foundation focused on the experiential learning cycle of sports professionals measured quantitatively by a survey questionnaire. The use of intervention through the ETS program determined their level of improvement. Paired sample T-test was employed to determine whether the ETS program enhanced the knowledge and skills of the migrant’s potential sports managers. Likewise, ANOVA was used to determine the significant difference among the migrant’s levels of knowledge and skills.

Key words: education through sports, migrants, sports, knowledge, skills

JEL codes: Z2