Sport & Recreation Management B.A. or B.S.

Mission Statement

The Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Sport & Recreation Management delivers a foundation of study in the sport and recreation industries, their products and services, and prepares students through active learning to effectively lead sport and recreation organizations.

Learning Goals for Sport & Recreation Management

1. Prepare students to mobilize resources and effectively plan, organize, lead, and evaluate sport organization and recreation activities and programs delivered to diverse populations.
2. Develop competent leaders for careers in the various segments of the sport and recreation industry.

Learning Outcomes for Sport & Recreation Management

Upon completion of the School of Exercise Science & Sport program in Sport & Recreation Management the student will:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of foundational principles of sport and recreation management.
2. Analyze and apply financial principles, human resource management, facility management, communications and sales, marketing, and ethical and legal concepts to the sport and recreation industries.
3. Explore various segments and career paths in the sport and recreation industries to identify where their strengths and interests lie.
4. Utilize and demonstrate skills such as effective research methods, critical thinking, oral presentation, written communication, project management, and teamwork to sport and recreation organization business challenges.