Recreation/Sport Management

General

Prefix

REC

Course Number

201

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Health and Wellness Professions

Description

Designed to explore the field of recreation/sport management including history and theories of professional organizations, characteristics of age groups and ability levels, and observations of recreational agencies.

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Discuss the basic concepts of leisure, play, recreation, and sport as they occur in contemporary society.

Outcome

Explain the significance of leisure, play, recreation, and sport in contemporary society.

Outcome

Contrast the historical, political, and technological influences on the leisure service profession and the trends for the future.

Outcome

Identify various professional organizations and their program and services.

Outcome

Discuss professional ethical standards and codes of behavior.

Outcome

Explain the importance of and possibilities for continuing professional education and development.

Outcome

Compare the diversity of career choices available in Recreation and Sport Management.

Outcome

Explain profession's responsibility to extend leisure, play, and recreation opportunities to all segments of society; including those with special needs and disabilities.

Outcome

Discuss the affect of the legislative and policy making processes as they affect the professional services.

Outcome

Demonstrate professional skill improvement.

Dependencies

Courses

REC201 is a prerequisite for:

Programs

REC201 is a completion requirement for: