Degree Programs
The curriculum in the Department of Tourism, Recreation and Sport Management is accredited by the Council of Accreditation sponsored by the National Recreation and Park Association and the American Association of Leisure Recreation.
TRSM offers the following bachelor’s degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Recreation with a specialization in:
Natural Resource Management/Ecotourism
Recreation and Event Management
Recreation Programming
Tourism and Hospitality Management
Bachelor of Science in Sport Management
Internship Requirements
Prior to graduation, all TRSM majors are required to complete a 15-credit hour, full-time internship experience. This requirement is met during the semester of expected graduation.
The Internship office in 330 FLG has information available on hundreds of approved and potential internship sites. These files are by no means representative of all possible internship sites, but they are a good starting point.
New Academic Learning Compact Requirements
Demonstrate competence (C or better grade LEI 4501, 4570, 4880, 4540 for
RPT majors OR SPM 4515, 4723 and 4154 for Sport Mgt. majors) in subject
matter for upper division 4000 level core courses and course projects grades
and reinforced by final course grades as assessed by a faculty committee
independent of the instructor and not as part of the course grade. Students
should also critically demonstrate mastery of critical skills needs in
planning and delivery of tourism, sport and recreation program as
demonstrated by internship supervisor’s assessment at the completion
of internship.
Recreation, Parks and Tourism Academic Learning Compact
Sport Management Academic Learning Compact