B.S. in Recreation Administration

Recreation administration is the process that mobilizes an organization's resources human and material to accomplish goals to benefit the leisure time of the community served. Students considering this multidisciplinary field will receive a broad-based educational experience. The online/hybrid program in the department of recreation administration will help students to develop the competencies necessary for successful careers in the recreation profession. As a professional in recreation administration, the driving force of a successful career centers on making a difference in the lives of the people, customers and clients will serve as a recreation provider. Within this discipline, students will be part of a profession promoting life satisfaction, fitness, health and wellness, psychological well-being, quality of life, creativity and cultural heritage. If they like working with people of all ages, promoting healthy lifestyles and possess a burning desire to serve others - a career in recreation administration is for them. Students in this program are exposed to a variety of courses including: budgeting, trend forecasting, HR management, programming, risk management, leadership, facility management, planning, and marketing.