The Master of Science in Sport and Recreation management
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The goal of the Master of Science (M.S.) in Sport and Recreation Management program at Temple University is to develop advanced professionals in the fields of professional sport, college athletics, recreation, and event and venue management. The program develops expert managers, marketers, and planners in the public, private, and commercial sectors of this very large and complex industry. By focusing not only on the practical application of management techniques, but also on the theoretical foundation that defines the profession, graduates will take a highly valued critical perspective into the field. This makes the degree program clearly distinct from generic management curricula that do not include an industry-specific core.
+ Curriculum
The Master of Science in Sport and Recreation Management curriculum is a 36-credit degree program. Coursework consists of three components:
- CORE (18 Credits): The Core courses of the M.S. in Sport and Recreation Management program establishes a theoretical foundation for considering and evaluating the major issues facing the management of sport and recreation organizations.
- THM 5111 | Applied Research
- THM 5411 | Management of Organizations
- THM 5211 | Sports Governance and Policy
- THM 5415 | Service Marketing
- THM 5413 | Financial Management
- THM 5216 | Business Strategy in Sport and Recreation
- SPORT AND RECREATION MANAGEMENT ELECTIVES (12 Credits): The Sport and Recreation Management electives allow master's students to develop a customized curriculum based on their interests and professional goals. In consultation with a faculty advisor, students choose 4 electives to develop and narrow their own area of focus.
- THM 5225 | Sales & Development in Sport and Recreation
- THM 5226 | Consumer Behavior in Sport and Recreation
- THM 5212 | Legal Issues in Sport and Recreation
- THM 5222 | Facility Management
- THM 5220 | Special Topics in Sport and Recreation
- THM 5421 | Event Management
- THM 5485 | Graduate Internship
- THM 9995 | Master's Project
- THM 9996 | Master's Thesis
- FOX SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ELECTIVES (6 Credits): Masters students in the Sport and Recreation Management program can choose elective courses in specific areas of interest from the Fox School of Business' MBA and M.S. programs. In consultation with a faculty advisor, these selections will allow the student to develop a specific area of expertise.
+ Schedule
All courses in the Master of Science (M.S.) in Sport and Recreation Management are offered in the evening (after 4:30 PM). This allows graduate students to pursue opportunities for internships and employment during the day. See a typical full-time schedule below:
- Full-Time Two-Day:
- Monday | THM 5415 - Service Marketing - 4:40 PM to 7:10 PM
- Tuesday | THM 5413 - Financial Management - 4:40 PM to 7:10 PM & THM 5222 Facility Management 7:15 PM to 9:55 PM
- Full-Time Three-Day:
- Monday | THM 5415 - Service Marketing - 4:40 PM to 7:10 PM
- Tuesday | THM 5413 - Financial Management - 4:40 PM to 7:10 PM
- Thursday | THM 5226 - Consumer Behavior in Sport and Recreation - 4:40 PM to 7:10 PM
Students can fluctuate between part-time and full-time status from semester to semester.
+ Student Profile
Admission to the Master of Science (M.S.) in Sport and Recreation Management program is very competitive. The program strives to recruit and retain a student population that is talented, diverse, and eager to engage the industry.
- Number of Students in Program: Approximately 50
- Average Student Age: 25
- Most Popular Undergraduate Degree: Communications
- Years of Professional Experience: 2-3 years
- Average Undergraduate GPA: 3.45
- Average Percentile Score on Standardized Entrance Exams (GRE, GMAT, MAT): 65th percentile
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