In the Master of Outdoor Recreation Economy (MORE) graduate degree program, the outdoor recreation economy is viewed holistically. It links public lands, the communities that sit alongside them and the outdoor recreation industry.
This certificate explores the interaction between these nodes of the outdoor recreation economy and lays the foundation for the MORE degree program. Courses in the certificate introduce public lands and natural resources policy, challenges and opportunities for community economic development, and inclusive leadership skills for the outdoor recreation industry. This certificate is required for attainment of the MORE degree.
Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Subject Courses (Asynchronous) | ||
| OREC 5000 | Introduction to the Outdoor Recreation Economy | 2 |
| OREC 5001 | Sustainability Practices within the Outdoor Recreation Economy | 2 |
| OREC 5016 | Foundations of Environmental Law and Culture | 2 |
| OREC 5002 | Leading Sustainable Change in the Outdoor Recreation Economy | 2 |
| Project Course (Synchronous) | ||
| OREC 5003 | Outdoor Recreation Project Tools and Skills | 2 |
| While students may take the Introduction certificate courses in any order, it is recommended to complete the four subject courses before enrolling in the project course. | ||
Learning Outcomes
By the completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Be versed in major topics related to the outdoor recreation economy.
- Understand different approaches – economic, legal, political, environmental, sociocultural, ethical and inclusivity – to analyze trends, challenges and opportunities in the outdoor recreation economy space.
- Identify connections between stakeholders in the outdoor recreation economy.
- Have an understanding of career pathways in the outdoor recreation economy.
- Evaluate sustainability practices across the outdoor recreation economy.
- Gain skills relevant to the outdoor recreation economy, such as project planning, critical analysis and communication.