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Sport and Recreation Management

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Arts and Sciences Kinesiology
Degree Level
Undergraduate
College
Arts and Sciences
Format
On Ground
Credit Hours
120 hours
Average Time to Degree
4 years

Sport and recreation management

The sport and recreation management major prepares students for careers in athletic or recreation administration.

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Why study sport and recreation management at Harding?

Bison Athletes in Training

BAT is a condensed, summer international program designed for Harding athletes who follow a course plan catered to their sport. Take classes and experience Florence, Rome, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Cinque Terre and Germany, as well as some independent travel opportunities at the end of the program.

Christian perspective

At Harding we believe what you learn, who you learn from and who you learn with are vitally important. Our Christian faculty and high-quality degree programs equip graduates with an exceptional education and a Christ-centered worldview. When looking for a place to learn, to grow academically and spiritually, and to find your calling, you want to find a place where you can discover your inspired purpose.

Graduate opportunity

The 100% online, 35-hour master of science in kinesiology and sport administration has been designed to help further the careers of current professionals in the areas of physical education, coaching and sport — especially teachers and coaches — while they work full time.

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Outdoor recreation leadership: This 18-hour minor prepares students to experience multiple outdoor recreation settings through various classes (scuba, outdoor living skills, kayaking and fishing, etc.). It is designed to be paired with majors that require a minor.

Coaching: This 23-hour minor provides the necessary classes to receive a coaching endorsement in the state of Arkansas after passing the Praxis 2 content exam in kinesiology. You must have or be receiving a teacher license for this minor if you plan to use it to teach and coach.

Kinesiology: This 18-hour minor prepares students to work in a kinesiology-related field.

Health: This 18-hour minor prepares students to work in a health-related field.

Sport psychology: This 18-hour minor includes courses designed for students wanting to specialize in sport psychology.

Sport and recreation management: This minor is designed to prepare students to work in the areas of sport and recreation administration, supervision and various other management components. The curriculum will include kinesiology, recreation, and various business and communication courses.

What can you do with a degree in kinesiology?

Sports management

Careers in sports management include scouts, player agents, event coordinators, public relations specialists, athletic directors and more. You'll utilize a variety of skills in business, communication, research and problem-solving.

Outdoor recreation

Careers in outdoor recreation include roles like outdoor adventure or hunting guides, national or state park rangers, and camp directors. If you love the outdoors and want to share that love with others, this could be the field for you.

Parks and recreation

Professionals in parks and recreation manage various facilities and events for cities and other tourism organziations. This includes public green spaces, sports facilities such as acquatic centers, tennis and pickleball courts, public gymnasiums, and more. 

OUR GRADUATES HAVE THE KNOWLEDGE, HANDS-ON SKILLS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES TO BE READY TO NAVIGATE THE MULTIFACETED LANDSCAPES OF HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND WELLNESS.
Dr. Stephen Burks

Department Chair

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Contact Information


Kinesiology Department
501-279-4759
kinesiology@harding.edu