Online &
On Campus
Program Length:
41 Months
Number of Credits:
123
The curriculum is designed to allow students to acquire a Bachelor of Science Degree with a Major in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Management, as well as to prepare them for entry-level positions in the field. This degree focuses on the issues, skills and topics needed to succeed in managing all aspects of this dynamic industry.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE WITH A MAJOR IN PARKS, RECREATION AND LEISURE MANAGEMENT DESCRIPTION
The Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Management provides students with a broad background in fundamental business and management skills, including marketing, operations, and human resources. The program emphasizes knowledge in leisure programming, community engagement, recreation, and tourism. Graduates will be employable in positions that direct, supervise or design recreation and leisure programming. The program is designed to provide graduates with the business and management skills needed to be successful leaders and managers in such businesses as amusement or theme parks, hospitality, tourism, and resorts.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Students earning the Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Management will attain abilities to understand the business and management aspects of the recreation and leisure industry, including high levels of learning in communication, critical thinking, marketing, operations, and team and project management. Students will also learn to design programs and experiences with an emphasis in the private sector of the hospitality field as it relates to the leisure and recreation industry, including tourism and community considerations.
PROGRAM OUTLINE
To receive a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Management, students must complete 123 credits as described below. The length of this program is approximately 41 months (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).
| CGS3302C Management Information Systems | 3.0 credit hours |
| ENC3213 Writing for Managers | 3.0 credit hours |
| GEB3934 Critical Thinking in Business | 3.0 credit hours |
| HFT3240 Effective Customer Service | 3.0 credit hours |
| HFT3314 Facilities Planning and Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| LEI3332 Business Management in Parks, Recreation and Tourism | 3.0 credit hours |
| LEI3442 Leisure Programming | 3.0 credit hours |
| LEI3564 Parks, Recreation and Tourism Marketing | 3.0 credit hours |
| LEI3630 Designing Parks and Recreation Experiences | 3.0 credit hours |
| LEI4332 Community Planning and Engagement | 3.0 credit hours |
| LEI4418 Contemporary Issues in Recreation and Tourism | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAN3151 Relationship Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAN3504 Operations Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAN4045 Effective Team Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAN4301 Human Resources Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAN4582 Project Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAR3023 Marketing Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| LEI4950 Parks, Recreation and Leisure Management Capstone Course | 3.0 credit hours |
| ACG2001 Accounting Principles I | 3.0 credit hours |
| BCN1014 Introduction to Sustainability | 3.0 credit hours |
| HFT1000 Introduction to Hospitality Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| LEI1000 Recreation and Tourism in Modern Society | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAR1011 Introduction to Marketing | 3.0 credit hours |
| HFT2756 Theme Park Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS1021 Interdisciplinary Studies 1 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS1022 Interdisciplinary Studies 2 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS1023 Interdisciplinary Studies 3 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS1024 Interdisciplinary Studies 4 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS1025 Interdisciplinary Studies 5 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS1026 Interdisciplinary Studies 6 | 3.0 credit hours |
| IDS1027 Interdisciplinary Studies 7 | 3.0 credit hours |
| (OR) | |
| CGS3362C Organization and Technology of Information Systems | 3.0 credit hours |
| COM2134 Negotiation Communications | 3.0 credit hours |
| GEB1011 Principles of Business | 3.0 credit hours |
| HFT2410 Front of the House | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAN1021 Principles of Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAN2163 Customer Relationship Management | 3.0 credit hours |
| MAN2345 Principles of Supervision | 3.0 credit hours |
* The IDS courses allow credit for appropriate prior learning. Business Administration, Management, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Natural Sciences, and Biological Sciences are commonly accepted disciplines for transfer credit into this degree major. Additional courses may be evaluated and accepted at the discretion of the Dean of Academic Affairs or Associate Dean.
| English (6 Credit Hours) | |
| ENC1101 English Composition I | 3.0 credit hours |
| ENC2102 English Composition II | 3.0 credit hours |
| Computer (3 Credit Hours) | |
| CGS1060C Introduction to Computer Applications | 3.0 credit hours |
| Communication (3 Credit Hours) | |
| SPC1017 Speech | 3.0 credit hours |
| Humanities / Fine Arts (3 Credit Hours) | |
| AML1000 American Literature | 3.0 credit hours |
| Math (6 Credit Hours) | |
| MAC1105 College Algebra | 3.0 credit hours |
| (OR) | |
| MGF2106 College Math (or Math courses equivalent or higher) | 3.0 credit hours |
| STA2014 Statistics (required) | 3.0 credit hours |
| Social Science (3 Credit Hours) | |
| POS2041 American National Government | 3.0 credit hours |
| Natural Science (3 Credit Hours) | |
| HUN1201 Fundamentals of Nutrition | 3.0 credit hours |
| Behavioral Science (3 Credit Hours) | |
| PSY1012 Introduction to Psychology | 3.0 credit hours |
Accredited University
Everglades University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
100% Online Option
Option Flexible learning schedules fit for adult learning.
Multiple Campus Locations for In-Person Learning
5 campus options to choose from: Boca Raton, Miami, Orlando, Sarasota, Tampa.
