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Recreation Management – B.S.

This program is offered in-person.

Western Michigan University's Department of Human Performance and Health Education recreation management major prepares students for leadership or administrative roles in public, non-profit, commercial and recreational sport organizations. The electives in this program allow for student flexibility in preparing for employment in any of the different areas in the fields of recreation and sport. Students will complete a supervised practicum and internship experience.

"The program is amazing and the faculty are so supportive of their students."

- Warda, student (learn more)

86%

86% of 2021-22 graduates were actively engaged within three months of graduation.

100%

100% of recreation management students complete an internship or field experience.

Minor

Built-in minor in business, coaching, journalism, event management and more.

NASSM

Designed to meet or exceed national standards set forth by the NASSM accrediting body.

Engage with the industry

Additional information

  • Park director/ranger
  • Professional sports teams
  • Facility/team manager
  • Collegiate athletic director
  • Camp director/staff
  • Interscholastic sports athletic director
  • Sport law/media
  • YMCA staff

100% of recreation/sport management students complete an internship or field experience. It is recommended that students complete their internship during their senior year.

INTERNSHIP INFORMATION  PRACTICUM INFORMATION

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Study abroad

Students are encouraged to pursue additional educational opportunities through one of many study abroad options offered by the HPHE department or 51¸£ÀûÉç in general.
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