University of Arkansas

The program in recreation and sport management is designed to prepare candidates for a variety of career opportunities in the field of recreation and sport management. Career opportunities may include park and recreation directors for a city, college and professional sports management, fitness center managers, state and national park managers, camp administrators, or work in YMCAs, Boys and Girls Clubs, or other youth-serving agencies. Graduates of this program should be well prepared to enter the recreation and sport workforce at an entry level position or pursue graduate studies in such areas as recreation management and sport management.

All students must complete the University Core requirements. In addition, all students must take the required general studies for the recreation and sport management core requirements listed. Recreation and sport management majors must obtain a 'C' or better in all courses beginning with the alpha code RESM. To enroll in RESM 440V, students must have a 2.50 GPA or better in RESM core and professional elective courses, have senior standing and have completed RESM 3873 and two RESM 2011 practicums.

There are several experiential requirements within the recreation and sport management core. Students are required to do three practicum experiences (RESM 2011). Each experience totals 45 hours. A more intense experience of an internship (RESM 440V) requires a minimum of  400 hours or work full time for 12-15 weeks in an agency with a qualified park, recreation, or sport management professional.

An undergraduate major in Recreation and Sport Management leads to the Bachelor of Science degree.  The minimum requirements for all students in the college are listed under general studies.