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Bachelor of Arts in
Sports and Recreation Management

Build your management and leadership skills while deepening your knowledge of the many business aspects of sports, fitness, and recreation. Your Bachelor of Arts in Sports and Recreation Management degree demonstrates your proficiency and competence as a professional in the sports and fitness industries.

Degree Focus

The Sports and Recreation Management major prepares you for managerial positions in the sports and recreation industry, including: professional sports, fitness clubs, athletics equipment merchandising, recreation programs, and intramural and recreational sports. You will complete coursework in accounting, business, economics, information systems, physical education, and psychology. The curriculum consists of the learning experiences essential for business management positions in the sports and recreation professions. When you complete the required coursework, you will be well acquainted with the sport industry, be highly trained in various theories of management, and exhibit college-level writing and speaking skills.

Career Opportunities

When you complete your Bachelor of Arts in Sports and Recreation Management program, you will have what you need to begin a rewarding career in which a breadth of knowledge is a must. A degree in Sports and Recreation Management could be your first step to any of these occupations:

  • Residential Camp Director
  • Athletic Equipment Manager
  • Sports Agent
  • Fitness Club Manager
  • Tournament Coordinator
  • Sports Information Director

Admission Requirements

  • Have a regular high-school diploma earned through college preparatory or regular high school courses or GED equivalency recognized by the Department of Education of the state in which it was earned, completed secondary school through home schooling as defined by state law, or earned an equivalent to a US high school diploma at an international high school. An earned IEP or Special Education Diploma or Certificate of Completion based upon IEP goals does not meet the regular high school diploma requirement for admission to Ashford University. Qualified applicants will self-certify as to their high school education on the application for admission. Ashford University may also require, at its discretion, that an applicant or student provide a high school transcript, high school diploma, and/or evidence of passing the GED. If no high school degree was earned, applicants may be admitted with a minimum of 60 transferable credits from an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution as defined by Ashford University transfer credit policies.
  • Be 22 years of age or older, or a graduate of Ashford University's Associate of Arts in Business degree program, or receive documented approval from the Registrar's Office via the "Under 22 Appeal" process.
  • Technology capabilities (minimally, students must have a computer with the following features and system configurations: Platforms: Mac OS X 10.2 or greater or Windows 2000, NT, or XP or greater; Hardware: 256 Mb RAM, CD-ROM, and 1 Gb free disk space; Productivity Software: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat; Web Browser: Firefox, Netscape 6 or greater, Internet Explorer 5.5 or greater, Safari, or Opera; Networking: 56k dialup modem, DSL, or cable modem; and Email: Outlook, Outlook Express, Mac Mail, Eudora, Entourage, or Yahoo/Hotmail/Google mail.)
  • The following additional platform and hardware requirements apply when using ebooks: Platforms: Mac OS X 10.4 or higher, Windows XP with service pack 2 or higher, or Vista; Hardware: 512 Mb RAM, CD-ROM, 1 gHz processor, and 1 Gb free disk space; 1024x768 screen resolution or larger.
  • English Language Requirement

Transferability

Put your college credits to work at Ashford! When you enroll in the Bachelor of Arts in Sports and Recreation Management program, you can transfer up to 99 semester credits (148.5 quarter credits) to help fulfill your degree requirements*. That means all your past hard work will not be wasted.

If you enter the program with fewer than twenty-four (24) transferable credits, you will be required to successfully complete EXP 105 Personal Dimensions of Education as your first course. EXP 105 is required if you have little or no previous college experience and is not recommended if you have high transfer credit. EXP 105 applies toward elective credit requirements so enrollment in EXP 105 may result in the reduction of three (3) potential transfer credits in the Elective category. If you take EXP 105, you are required to take PSY 202 as your second course.

If you enter the program with twenty-four (24) or more college transferable credits, you will be required to successfully complete PSY 202 Adult Development and Life Assessment as your first course. PSY 202 is designed to help you acclimate to the online college environment, though you already have some college experience. If you have been out of school for a long time or feel that you need additional support to enter the online environment, you may appeal to enroll in EXP 105 Personal Dimensions of Education as your first course, followed by PSY 202 as your second course. Unsuccessful completion of either EXP 105 or PSY 202 will result in the rescheduling of the course and revision of the future course sequence. See the Courses tab for descriptions of each course.

* The transferability of credits is subject to Ashford University transfer credit policies, and requires the submission of official transcripts. The official transcripts will be evaluated to determine the credits that will officially apply toward an Ashford University degree program.



Graduation Requirements

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  • Total number of credits required: 120 credits
  • General Education: 46 credits *
  • Major Program: 45 credits *
  • Electives: 32 credits

Students must earn a minimum of 30 upper-division credits and a minimum of 21 credits at Ashford University (residency requirement).

*In this program 3 credits from the major also satisfy general education requirements.

Online format

You'll take your classes one at a time for 5 weeks each, accelerating your path to graduation. Complete your weekly course assignments when and where it's convenient for you thanks to the asynchronous online environment. You'll appreciate that the class content is delivered in a high-tech format.

Cost**

You will appreciate that Ashford offers one of the lowest tuition rates available online. Your tuition is $354 per credit. You will also be responsible for fees to enroll. Call today to learn more at 866-711-1700.

Payment Options

  • Cash Plan - 100% of tuition and fees paid prior to each course start date.
  • Tuition Reimbursement - If your employer offers a tuition reimbursement plan, we'll work with you to apply this great benefit toward your education.
  • Financial Aid - You may be eligible for financial aid. Talk to an enrollment advisor to find out if you meet the requirements to qualify.
  • Direct (Employer) Billing - If you work for a company approved for direct billing, you may qualify for this payment option.
  • Military Tuition Assistance - Includes active duty service and Veteran's Administration Benefits, such as GI Bill and Vocational Rehab if you qualify. Click here for more information on military benefits.

If this program sounds like it will fit your personal and professional goals, contact us at 866-711-1700 to learn more, or click here to request additional information.

** Tuition costs subject to change without notice.