Sports & Recreation Management Major (B.S.) Requirements (55 Credit Hours)
24 required hours from Program Core plus 31 hours from either the Recreation Management Emphasis or the Sports Management Emphasis:
RECM 111 Introduction to Recreation & Leisure (3 Credit Hours)
An introduction into leisure in our society. The course explores leisure service concepts; examines the differences among play, sport, leisure, recreation, and work; and explores modern and historic patterns of leisure, delivery systems, and the premise on which the public provision of recreation services is founded.
RECM 250 Recreation Programming (3 Credit Hours)
This course will cover the program planning and delivery process as a logical problem-solving system, covering needs analysis, population identification, design implementation, and program evaluation. Includes off-campus sessions.
RECM 350
Recreation Administration & Leadership (3 Credit Hours)
The study of leadership techniques and applications necessary for the delivery of recreation programs, in a variety of leisure settings.
BUAD 151
Business Essentials (3 Credit Hours)
A study of business functions, methods of business operation, types of business ownership, and the role of business organizations in contemporary society. The course covers the organization and role of business in the free enterprise system. The course is designed to provide an overview of the field of business and to provide a framework into which specialized fields may be studied.
PHED 420
Physical Education: Exceptional Child (3 Credit Hours)
This course will examine historical and legislative developments of physical education for people with disabilities. Emphasis will be placed on current concepts and trends in adapted physical education as well as the ability to plan and implement a physical education program that meets the unique needs of individuals.
ACTG 270
Accounting for Managers (3 Credit Hours)
This is an Accounting course for non-majors. It is a study of financial statements without the debits and credits. The study will emphasize analysis and use of financial statements rather than creation of them. This will be more beneficial for managers and investors than a course on bookkeeping.
MGMT 352
Principles of Management (3 Credit Hours)
This course introduces management and leadership as a functional area of business, including the development of organizational plans, policies and procedures, and provides exposure to basic theoretical developments in management and leadership thought. Research and theoretical analysis associated with management activities of an organization in the global and ethical environments will be studied. Management and leadership analysis will be presented in written and oral communication media. Prerequisite: BUAD 151 or permission from instructor.
MKTG 321
Principles of Marketing (3 Credit Hours)
This course introduces marketing as a functional area of business. It discusses the movement of goods and services from producer to consumer while examining the elements of the marketing mix (product, price, place, and promotion). The global, ethical, and legal issues found in the marketing environment will also be studied. Prerequisite: BUAD 151.
Recreation Management Emphasis, 31 required hours:
RECM 130
Wilderness Survival (3 Credit Hours)
Explores the skills required for survival in the wild. Land navigation, survival (air, shelter, water, and food), and wilderness first aid skills will be covered. This course will include off campus class sessions.
RECM 201
Principles of Outdoor Recreation (3 Credit Hours)
Designed to deliver a comprehensive overview of outdoor recreation in the United States. It explores the full range of the outdoor recreation movement, from its underlying philosophical and social underpinnings, to its rich history, to the current providers of the diverse outdoor recreation opportunities which exist. Includes off-campus sessions.
RECM 235
Wilderness Adventure & Education (3 Credit Hours)
This course introduces the student to ropes and challenge courses, rappelling, rock climbing, cave exploration, and backcountry recreation, both in theory and practical application. Students will learn to plan, organize, and lead various exercises. Includes off-campus sessions.
RECM 237
Expedition Planning (3 Credit Hours)
This course explores backcountry travel and living, particularly in the context of extended expeditions. Topics covered include hiking, backpacking, backcountry nutrition, trip planning, and low impact/leave no trace camping. Of necessity, the course will also deal to varying degrees with wilderness leadership, ethics, and land use policies. Depending upon the interests and preferences of the members of the class, the course may delve into specific skills needed for multi-day backcountry excursions involving water travel, bicycle touring, horse packing, and extreme-environment travel.
RECM 333
Recreation Visitor Behavior
Examining the social psychological principles at work when people recreate in the outdoors. This course is essentially the study of recreation and leisure behavior as it impacts the planning, design, and management of natural resource-based recreation opportunities. Special consideration will be given to the effect of human behavior on natural environments. Prerequisites: RECM 111 and RECM 201 or permission from instructor. Includes off-campus sessions
RECM 411
Interpretive Methods (3 Credit Hours)
This course covers the basic principles of interpretation/education in the natural setting that contribute to the leisure experience and as part of natural and cultural resource management. Communication, educational, and media skills will be demonstrated through instructor and student organized applications. Prerequisite: upper division status or permission from instructor. Even years only. Includes off-campus sessions.
RECM 475
Philosophy of Recreation Management (3 Credit Hours)
A career in recreation management is one of considerable responsibilities and rewards. Developing a professional philosophy is a necessity for a fulfilling career. At the heart of recreation management are the philosophical ideals of excellence, care, equity, and respect for self and for others. Prerequisite: upper division status or permission from instructor.
RECM 480
Environmental Ethics (3 Credit Hours)
Environmental ethics is a principled attempt to redefine boundaries of ethical obligation. This class will introduce the student to a wide range of environmental ethical theories and philosophies. Designed as a “taking sides” course, discussions will center on current major environmental issues, emphasizing an examination of all relevant positions. Prerequisite: upper division status or permission from instructor. Even years only.
RECM 485
Recreation Management Internship* (6 Credit Hours)
Supervised recreational internship in an outdoor/park setting for either 180 or 360 hours of practical and related work experience, which occurs no sooner than two semesters prior to graduation. Application shall be made by midterm of the preceding semester. Prerequisite: minimum 2.5 GPA in RECM course work.
*May be repeated for credit
A 1-hour RECM activity or certification course (1 Credit Hour)
Sports Management Emphasis, 31 required hours:
WELL 340
Anatomy & Physiology (3 Credit Hours)
This course will examine the organization, structure, and function of the human body with a focus on health and physical activity. Students will explore each body system and understand how they coordinate to maintain homeostasis.
PHED 241
History/Philosophy of Physical Education (3 Credit Hours)
Course is a study from primitive man through the present, with particular emphasis on Greek physical education, European systems, and development of physical education in North America. Includes some research into the history of various sports.
PHED 351
Tests and Measurement in Health & Physical Education (3 Credit Hours)
Evaluating health and physical education by the construction and administration of tests. Emphasizes reliability, objectivity, and validity of tests and grading systems. Students will be required to organize, administer a test, and evaluate and report the results. Prerequisite: students must have junior or senior standing.
PHED 361
Organization & Administration: Physical Education
Administration of physical education and athletic programs in schools, with special emphasis on philosophy and leadership styles. Includes budget and finance, office management, curriculum development, facilities, legal factors, and public relations.
PHED 421
Kinesiology ($25 consumable items fee required) (3 Credit Hours)
This course is designed to introduce the structures of human anatomy and explain how these structures are involved in human movement. A practical application of these principles will involve hands-on experiences performed on yourself or a partner to enhance the learning of human anatomy. Prerequisite: BIOL 330 or WELL 340, or permission from instructor. Fee: $25 consumable items fee required.
HMPF 435
Social Psychology of Sport & Human Performance (3 Credit Hours)
An in-depth look at the psychological, as well as some social concerns, of sport and human performance. Topics include motivation, psyching up, team cohesion, exercise adherence, mental imagery, visualization, and exercise and its ability to postpone the effects of aging. The objective of the course is to enable students to comprehend and apply available information to enhance their effectiveness as teachers and coaches.
HMPF 441
Exercise Assessment & Prescription ($25 consumable items fee required
This course covers laboratory and field tests used for assessing physical fitness components as well as principles of exercise prescription. Test results are used in developing individualized exercise prescriptions to improve cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness, body weight and body composition, flexibility, and balance. Prerequisites: PHED 410 or permission from instructor. Fee: $25 consumable items fee required.
PHED 471
Sports Management Internship (6 Credit Hours)
Supervised sports management experience in a related setting. Students work 200 hours for 6 hours of credit. Prerequisite: permission from the School Dean.
4-6 hours of activities courses (4 courses, 1-3 hours each), may be repeated (4-6 Credit Hours)
