Leisure, Sport, and Tourism Management, Recreation and Leisure Services Concentration, M.S.
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Leisure, Sport, and Tourism Management prepares students for supervisory and administrative roles in recreation and leisure agencies. Graduates may pursue careers in leisure studies, sports, and tourism, including positions in campus recreation, community recreation, athletic administration, and youth sport. Employers of MTSU alumni include Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Nashville Predators, and the National Park Service.
Program Outline
Careers:
The M.S. inLeisure, Sport, and Tourism Management helps prepare students for potential supervisory and administrative positions in a wide range of recreation and leisure service agencies. Additionally, the master's program equips students to pursue a doctoral degree in Leisure Studies. Graduates may find career avenues in such fields as Leisure Studies Campus recreation Community recreation Facilities management Military recreation Outdoor recreation Parks and recreation departments Youth recreation Sports Athletic administration Coaching (all levels) Community/public relations General management Professional organization sales Recreational sport Youth sport Employers of MTSU alumni include Sports Athletic administration Coaching (all levels) Community/public relations General management Professional organization sales Recreational sport Youth sport Employers of MTSU alumni include Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Marriott Hotels and Resorts Metro-Nashville Parks and Recreation Nashville Predators Nashville Sounds Nashville Sports Council National Park Service Student Conservation Association Tennessee State Parks U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Vanderbilt University Athletics YMCA of Middle Tennessee
Middle Tennessee State University
Overview:
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) is a large university with a small-town feel, located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. It is known for its affordability, strong academic programs, and vibrant campus life. MTSU is a public university with a diverse student body, including a significant number of first-generation students.
Services Offered:
MTSU offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Financial Aid:
83% of students receive financial aid, with over $230 million in assistance available.Campus Improvements:
The university has invested $1.5 billion in recent campus improvements and renovations.Academic Support:
MTSU provides academic advising, tutoring, and other support services to help students succeed.Student Life:
The university offers a variety of student organizations, clubs, and activities to enhance the campus experience.Career Services:
MTSU provides career counseling, job placement assistance, and internship opportunities.Student Life and Campus Experience:
MTSU boasts a vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community. Students can enjoy:
Large Campus with Small-Town Feel:
MTSU's 515-acre campus offers a scenic, park-like setting while maintaining a close-knit atmosphere.Active Student Organizations:
Students can join over 200 student organizations and clubs, catering to diverse interests.Athletics:
MTSU has 17 Division I sports teams, providing opportunities for both participation and spectator enjoyment.Campus Events:
The university hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including concerts, lectures, and sporting events.Student Union:
The Student Union serves as a central hub for students, offering dining, a bookstore, a game room, a theater, and more.Key Reasons to Study There:
Affordability:
MTSU offers the lowest tuition among Tennessee's three largest universities, making it a highly affordable option.Strong Academic Programs:
MTSU offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate majors and concentrations, including highly ranked programs in areas like Industrial and Organizational Psychology and Audio Engineering.Diverse Student Body:
MTSU is home to a diverse student population, including a significant number of first-generation students.Vibrant Campus Life:
The university offers a wide range of student organizations, clubs, and activities, fostering a strong sense of community.Career Opportunities:
MTSU provides career counseling, job placement assistance, and internship opportunities to help students prepare for their future careers.Academic Programs:
MTSU offers a wide range of academic programs across eight colleges, including:
Arts and Sciences:
Offers majors in fields like biology, chemistry, English, history, and mathematics.Business:
Offers majors in accounting, finance, marketing, and management.Education:
Offers majors in elementary education, secondary education, and special education.Engineering and Technology:
Offers majors in computer science, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering.Fine Arts:
Offers majors in music, theater, and art.Health and Human Sciences:
Offers majors in nursing, health sciences, and human development.Liberal Arts:
Offers majors in communication, journalism, and political science.University College:
Offers a variety of general studies programs and interdisciplinary majors.Other:
- MTSU is the number 1 producer of college graduates in the greater Nashville area.
- MTSU is home to the first public Honors College in Tennessee.
- MTSU has more than two dozen Fulbright scholars.
- MTSU students, alumni, faculty, and staff have won 47 Grammy Awards since 2001.
- MTSU is known for its flexible programs that emphasize real-world projects and soft skills development.
Entry Requirements:
An earned bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college. Applicants must have earned at least 18 semester hours at the bachelor's or master's level in courses related to the selected concentration (e.g., foundations of leisure and sport management, management practices, financial management and marketing, program planning). Students lacking an appropriate background may be required to complete prerequisite coursework. An acceptable grade point average (GPA) in all college work taken. Completion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) with acceptable scores. Successful applicants typically have scores on the GRE Verbal and Quantitative measures that exceed 146 and 140 respectively with a total score that exceeds 286. The Analytical Writing Assessment score is also considered.
