Program Overview
The Recreation and Leisure Services - Recreation Management at Texas State University is a MSc programme in Business & Management, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Recreation and Leisure Services - Recreation Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 308 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Austin, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Recreation and Leisure Services - Recreation Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Philosophical Foundations of Recreation & Leisure Services
- Technology, Leisure & Recreation: A critical survey
- Physical environment, life and leisure I: Built public spaces and the leisure experience
- Outdoor Recreation Leadership and Administration
- Programming for Active Older Adults
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
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Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
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- background course work in marketing and management
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English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 308 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 308 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Texas State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Texas State University
Texas State University
San Marcos, United States
Texas State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-06-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English