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
Upon completing the program, students will be able to:
- Be versed in major topics related to the outdoor recreation economy.
- Understand the importance of context and place-based, cultural, social, economic and ecological differences when looking for solutions.
- Understand the systems connections of the constituent elements of the outdoor recreation economy.