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RMP 800 - Concepts of Recreation and Leisure
Credits:
3.00
An overview of historical and philosophical perspectives of
the play, recreation, therapeutic recreation, and park and
natural resource conservation movements. Students examine
recreation leisure and recreation resources in contemporary
society, particularly in the context of the development of
social capital. Includes leisure values and ideals, the
emergence and evolution of "free time" diversity, and public
policy implications. Prereq: permission.
RMP 805 - Management and Policy in Therapeutic Recreation
Credits:
3.00
Students acquire knowledge of current principles and
procedures for assuming an administrative role in the
therapeutic recreation profession. Includes issues and
practices related to supervision, reimbursement, quality
improvement programs, consultation, marketing, and more.
Prereq: permission.
RMP 806 - Recreation Administration and Organizational Behavior
Credits:
3.00
The organization and administration of public, private,
and not-for-profit recreation agencies. The primary unit of
analysis in this class is the recreation organization and
the environment in which it operates. Emphasis is placed on
organization, management, marketing, and financing
applications, theories, and research. Prereq: RMP 800,
permission.
RMP 811 - Recreation Resource Management
Credits:
3.00
An examination of the supply and demand of natural
resources for outdoor recreation uses, with emphasis on
relationships between public and private roles and
responsibilities. Historical, social, and environmental
impacts of outdoor recreation use are discussed. Current
principles and techniques of recreation resource planning
and management are outlined. Prereq: permission.
RMP 830 - Camp Administration and Leadership
Credits:
3.00
Provides students with an understanding of administrative
and organizational practices in structured camp settings.
The theory, practice, and challenges of program planning for
youth and adult development within the recreation context of
camping. Explores current sociological, environmental,
economical and legislative trends influencing contemporary
camp management. Prereq: permission.
RMP 860 - Community Sport Organizations: Administration and Development
Credits:
3.00
The administration and development of participant-based
community sport organizations and resources. Emphasizes the
administrative and programming competencies necessary to
effectively manage these resources. A focus on problems and
the development of research-oriented solutions related to
the management of community sport organizations is
emphasized. Prereq: RMP 800, 805 or 806 or permission.
RMP 870 - Management and Design of Recreation and Park Facilities
Credits:
3.00
Provides students with an orientation to the theories,
design, operation, and functions of recreational facilities.
Topics include facility development, operational
considerations, and auxiliary functions that impact the
manager's role. Students gain insight into key areas of
facility management through visitations to actual
facilities. Prereq: RMP 800, 805 or 806; permission.
Special fee.
RMP 872 - Law and Public Policy in Leisure Services
Credits:
3.00
Topics including an overview of the nature of law and
U.S. legal systems; the law of torts, contracts, civil
liberties and rights; risk management and legal research are
addressed in the context of recreation services and
resources. Public policy and professional advocacy
implications are examined as related to legislative and
decisional systems. Prereq: RMP 800 and permission.
RMP 897 - Master's Project
Credits:
3.00
Prereq: RMP 800, 805 or 806. Permission required.
RMP 899 - Master's Thesis
Credits:
3.00
Prereq: RMP 800, 805 or 806, A graduate level statistics and
graduate level methods course. Permission required. Cr/F.
RMP 910 - Conceptual Issues and Trends in Therapeutic Recreation
Credits:
3.00
An analysis and exploration of contemporary professional
issues in the field of therapeutic recreation, including:
philosophical foundations, credentialing, legislation,
professional development, reimbursement, performance
improvement, and documentation. Historical and cultural
contexts of each issue are discussed and translated into
practical applications for therapeutic recreation
professionals. Prereq: RMP 800, permission.
RMP 912 - Non-Profit Administration and Leadership
Credits:
3.00
An overview of the creation, management, and administration
of non-profit organizations and businesses. Examines legal
requirements for charter and incorporation by state law and
Federal guidelines from the Internal Revenue Service.
Current trends and issues in non-profit sector business are
explored and a survey of the wide diversity of non-profit
sector organizations is included. Since a high
percentage of recreation agencies are incorporated as
non-profit organizations, specific applications are made
to the field of leisure and recreation. Prereq: RMP 800,
805 or 806 or permission.
RMP 924 - Grantwriting and Fund Development
Credits:
3.00
Students develop an understanding of the meaning of
philanthropy, its importance in society, and its integral
relationship to the fund development process. The social
context for philanthropy, development, and fund raising and
the changing practices for non-profit leadership are
addressed. Presents and evaluates strategies and
communication tools used to support fund development goals.
Students develop abilities in grantwriting, requesting major
donor support, structuring annual giving campaigns, and
establishing special events. Prereq: RMP 800 or permission.
RMP 964 - Graduate Internship
Credits:
3.00
Supervised, professional administrative work experience in
an approved recreation, park, tourism, or health care
agency. Students participate in a 14-week 560-hour
internship experience after receiving approval from their
academic adviser and the internship coordinator. Prereq:
RMP 800, 805 or 806, permission. Cr/F.
RMP 970 - Teaching Practicum
Credits:
3.00
Students work with a faculty mentor to investigate, observe,
and practice teaching methods and learning theory. Includes
the various instructional technologies as tools to enhance
the teaching/learning process. The Teaching Practicum is
designed for students who wish to assume part-time or
adjunct University teaching positions upon completion of the
Master's degree or who see themselves pursuing a future
doctoral degree with higher education as a career goal.
Prereq: RMP 800 and permission. Cr/F.
RMP 980 - Independent Study
Credits:
1.00 to 3.00
Prereq: RMP 800 and 805 or 806, permission.
RMP 995 - Colloquium Seminar
Credits:
3.00
As a capstone course for the M.S. Degree in Recreation
Management and Policy, this course is designed to invite
students to bring content and ideas formed in previous
coursework and experience to the consideration of
opportunities and challenges in future professional
practice. Central themes include ethical problem solving and
issues and trends within the profession. Approaches to
ethical inquiry, analysis of evidence and advocacy
methodologies are addressed in the context of forming and
articulating professional positions. The course is conducted
as a colloquium with all participants contributing to the
learning process. Prereq: RMP 800, 805 or 806, and
permission.