Recreation Administration: Outdoor Adventure Leadership Emphasis - BS

Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services

Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences

About This Degree

A degree in recreation administration is a valuable asset for those interested in pursuing careers in recreation and leisure. This program provides hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that prepare students for a profession focused on serving the needs of individuals and communities. Students have the option to specialize in areas such as sports management, outdoor adventure leadership, public recreation, or program and event planning. Through cooperative work experiences and internships, students can gain practical experience and build valuable industry connections. Upon completing their degree, graduates will be well-positioned to enter the dynamic and rewarding $2.9 trillion RAM industry, where they can make a positive impact on the well-being of individuals and communities.

The Outdoor Adventure Leadership (OAL) emphasis will prepare you to step into an entry-level position in the booming outdoor recreation industry in Utah and beyond. The OAL emphasis will expose you to industry skills and opportunities. USU RAM Alumni are making their mark in a wide range of settings, from USU Outdoor Programs, and Bridgerland Adventure Park to Deer Valley Ski Resort, and Outward Bound. Through courses designed to get you “out-there” you will be ready to take on exciting jobs in land, water, and air-based adventures. Plus, with nearly three-quarters of Utah residents participating in outdoor recreation each year, there is no shortage of opportunities to explore the state’s incredible public lands and make a difference in the $12.3 billion Utah outdoor recreation industry. So why not turn your passion for adventure into a career? Enroll in this major and emphasis and start your Outdoor Adventure Leadership journey today.

Graduates of the program will be capable of leading, programming, directing, planning, designing, managing, and administering recreation experiences in a variety of settings.

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• The highest math requirement for this degree is  STAT 1040 - Introduction to Statistics (QL)  or  STAT 1045 - Introduction to Statistics with Elements of Algebra (QL)  or STAT 1080 - Foundations of Data Science (QL) .