Often, people all over the globe enroll in courses as a way to broaden their knowledge of a given subject matter as well as their career and earning potential. Courses vary broadly in terms of length, content and objective.

What is a course in parks and recreation management? Intended for those looking to serve the community through assisting with the management of community services and leisure activities, these courses vary in terms of curriculum but generally offer a broad overview of numerous leisure activities, games and athletic competitions. Common areas of study often include physical education, sports science, sociology and tourism, and some programs emphasize these topics as they relate to a particular population, such as seniors or the developmentally disabled.

Those who take part in parks and recreation management courses generally acquire a broad range of skills that lend themselves to positions within town or city recreation departments. Course participation may be required as part of a particular, larger training program, or it may be done by choice as a way of broadening one’s knowledge of a related subject matter.

Due to substantial variation in course costs because of such factors as where the program is offered and how many people are interested in enrolling, those seeking entry into a particular course should contact program administrators for accurate, up-to-date enrollment information.

Upon completion of a parks and recreation management course, many participants go on to take on management roles within athletic departments, sports facilities and citywide parks and recreation departments. Many also find work within parks, summer camps, cruise ships and other locales in which knowledge of activities, athletics and a healthy lifestyle prove beneficial.

Our program listings serve as a great resource for exploring the many parks and recreation courses that are offered around the world. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.