Political, Social and Economical Impacts on the 2010 World Cup
FIFA World Cup South Africa 2010:
The Social, Economical and Political Impacts
Communication: Outcome 2 Summative Assessment
Graeme Boyle
November 2010
Table of Contents 1. Introduction 3 2. Overview of the Event 3 2.1 Social impact 4 2.2 Political Impact 5 2.3 Economic impact 6 3. Conclusion 7 4. References 8
1. Introduction
The FIFA World Cup is one of the largest sporting events in existence, happening every four years in different country across the world. As with any other major event a windfall of social, political and economic impacts that affect the host nation can be seen.
This report has been requested by Caroline Patterson and Mark Hetherington on the social, political and economic impact of a major event, in this instance the 2010 FIFA World Cup held in South Africa. The report is to be submitted week beginning December 8th 2010.
Before compiling this report, extensive research has been completed on all aspects of the World Cup’s impact on South Africa and a conclusion of finding has been included.
2. Overview of the Event
The World Cup has a vast history dating back to 1930 in Uruguay right up to the recent 2010 tournament in South Africa. This event brings the best players from across the world together to compete for all to see. It has the ability to dominate world media for weeks and to put the world on the edge of its seats. Some people say it is the most important sporting event in existence.
2.1 Social impact
Any mega event, like the World Cup, can have a huge social impact on the host nation, and any international viewers. The most common impact generated by this event is as simple as the shared experience of the entire world watching it together. This shared experience creates a feeling of unison between those involved, which can lead to friendships forming in the future.
Hosting the World Cup gave some well needed attention to some of the social issues within South Africa. With help
The Social, Economical and Political Impacts
Communication: Outcome 2 Summative Assessment
Graeme Boyle
November 2010
Table of Contents 1. Introduction 3 2. Overview of the Event 3 2.1 Social impact 4 2.2 Political Impact 5 2.3 Economic impact 6 3. Conclusion 7 4. References 8
1. Introduction
The FIFA World Cup is one of the largest sporting events in existence, happening every four years in different country across the world. As with any other major event a windfall of social, political and economic impacts that affect the host nation can be seen.
This report has been requested by Caroline Patterson and Mark Hetherington on the social, political and economic impact of a major event, in this instance the 2010 FIFA World Cup held in South Africa. The report is to be submitted week beginning December 8th 2010.
Before compiling this report, extensive research has been completed on all aspects of the World Cup’s impact on South Africa and a conclusion of finding has been included.
2. Overview of the Event
The World Cup has a vast history dating back to 1930 in Uruguay right up to the recent 2010 tournament in South Africa. This event brings the best players from across the world together to compete for all to see. It has the ability to dominate world media for weeks and to put the world on the edge of its seats. Some people say it is the most important sporting event in existence.
2.1 Social impact
Any mega event, like the World Cup, can have a huge social impact on the host nation, and any international viewers. The most common impact generated by this event is as simple as the shared experience of the entire world watching it together. This shared experience creates a feeling of unison between those involved, which can lead to friendships forming in the future.
Hosting the World Cup gave some well needed attention to some of the social issues within South Africa. With help