Recreation, Parks and Sport Management

Master of Science (M.S.)

Earn your Masters in Recreations, Parks or Sport Management from the only program of its kind in the State of Maryland.

Receive an online master's degree in Recreation, Parks and Sport Management that prepares you to take the next career step. Delivered online to fit your busy life, this premiere program offers anytime, anywhere flexibility in a cohort model. You'll progress through your courses with a consistent group of classmates through two, seven-week intensive courses offered every semester - allowing you to complete the program in two years.

The FSU Recreation, Parks and Sport Management Master’s Program is anchored by the philosophy that master’s students will best advance their expertise through the leadership and direction of current upper-level professionals. You can choose from concentrations in Recreation and Parks Management or Sport Management. Our curriculum is designed to build upon your existing knowledge, elevating skills to the next level with the support and guidance of program faculty to prepare candidates for advancement into management and leadership roles.

Location

Online.

Recreation, Parks and Sport Management Program Highlights

  • Participate in two seven-week intensive courses are offered online every semester, so that you can complete the program in two years.

  • Be a part of a 30-credit hour program that GetEducated.com rated as a “Best Buy” for quality and affordability.

  • Learn from seasoned practitioners in the field.

  • Graduate from the only recreation master’s degree of its kind in the state of Maryland.

What can I do with a Recreation, Parks and Sport Management degree?

$79,750

Median pay for recreation manager (BLS 2021)


Related Occupations

Coach

Park Manager

Athletic Manager

Program Manager

Outdoor Programs Coordinator

 

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Recreation profession is expected to have 9% growth through 2026. In the field of sport management, various professions are also showing faster than average growth, including positions in Coaching and Scouting (13% growth), other sport occupations (8% growth).

With a Sport Management Concentration you could secure employment as a coach with intercollegiate athletics, communications director, stadium operations manager, equipment manager, community relations or program manager, sports marketing professional, athletics manager for a parks and recreation office.

By taking the Recreation and Parks Management Concentration track you will be qualified to be a Director of Recreation or Parks Department, facility director, park manager, program manager, outdoor learning coordinator, small business owner, recreation planner, among other exciting professions.

What You'll Learn

You will learn to cultivate new skills and content knowledge necessary to become upper-level managers in the industry. As a member of this unique program, you will complete extensive research that culminates in a final thesis or project that can be used to directly help your community.

Earning my master's degree prepared me for working in a managerial level in my field. The FSU online program allowed for flexibility while working full time in various jobs and moving around the country.

Diane E, Master of Science in Recreation & Parks Management

Our Alumni

Our M.S. Recreation in Parks and Sport Management graduates have gone on to a variety of successful careers.

Job Titles

  • Outdoor Learning Center Manager
  • Program Manager

Employers

  • Brigham Young University
  • National Audubon Society

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