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Recreation Management professionals plan, organize, and administer recreation and sports programs, services, and activities for people from diverse backgrounds and interests. Areas include public and general recreation, commercial outdoor recreation, sports, tourism, event management, meeting planning, conventions, and therapeutic recreation.
"I'll always remember my times as a Recreation Management major at BYUI. I have great memories of the adventures, lessons, and more importantly the dedicated staff. This major is what kept me at BYUI. Thank you for the unforgettable experience!"
BYUI RECREATION MANAGEMENT ALUMNI
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Highlighted Career Paths
Graduates with a degree in Recreation Management have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.
Recreation Coordinator
Responsible for coordinating and assisting with the implementation of community recreation programs. Work includes organizing and promoting sports leagues, tournaments, and special events; maintaining program and facility safety; and supervising related personnel. The average salary ranges from $57,000 to $60,400 per year.
Resort Manager
Thrive in hospitality environments and are highly focused on providing the best guest experiences in the area. Settings can range from high-end five-star hotels to campground lodging. This is done through exceptional customer service, strong facility maintenance skills, and hiring and overseeing staff. The average salary ranges from $60,000 to $91,300 per year.
Park Ranger
Preserve and protect our nation’s natural resources and protected public lands. Park rangers educate the public and enforce the law. Specializations can include law enforcement and protection or interpretation and visitor services. The average salary ranges from $66,900 to $78,700 per year.
Entrepreneur
Have the drive and skill to start their own businesses within their area of expertise. In the field of recreation, this can range from special event planning, to outdoor guide and outfitting, to retail, and more. We have quite a few alumni who own and operate their own businesses within this field. Average salary ranges from $60,000 to $91,300 per year.
Getting Started in this degree
If you are interested in Recreation Management, start with one of the following major-specific courses
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