Tourism, recreation and adventure leadership
Outdoor recreation is a huge driver of economic growth and a source of lifelong well-being, with the potential to uplift communities while caring for our planet. To ensure that it delivers positive outcomes for all, this industry needs skilled leaders who can educate others about the natural world, sustainably manage our natural resources and create business opportunities based on sharing the outdoors with others.
When you earn a B.S. in Tourism, Recreation and Adventure Leadership online from Oregon State University, you’ll explore the importance of tourism and recreation in natural settings for community development and human health, while learning practical skills that can make tourism and outdoor recreation more sustainable, respectful and empowering for local communities.
Skills you’ll gain in OSU’s online tourism, recreation and adventure leadership degree program
As a student in this online degree program, you’ll gain the in-demand skills you need to stand out in the job market and level up your career. You’ll learn from expert Oregon State faculty who have real-world experience in the field.
- Land use planning
- Natural resource management
- Environmental interpretation
- Program management
- Sustainability
- Accessibility in outdoor recreation
- Public lands policy
Program details
Grounded in the science of natural resource management, this program will teach you best practices for planning, developing and managing recreation resources. You’ll also gain communication and decision-making skills that are rooted in justice, equity and inclusion, and are informed by the laws and policies that impact tourism, recreation and outdoor leadership.
The online tourism, recreation and adventure leadership program is offered by Oregon State’s College of Forestry.
Degree requirements
A minimum of 180 quarter credits — at least 60 of which must be upper-division credits — are required to graduate with your tourism, recreation and adventure leadership degree, including:
- OSU’s Core Education
- Major requirements: Tourism, Recreation and Adventure Leadership
- Option requirement
Additional program features
Options
Transfer credits
Pursue an honors degree online
Explore certificates and microcredentials
Outdoor recreation careers
The knowledge you acquire in Oregon State’s online tourism, recreation and adventure leadership bachelor’s program will help you fill in-demand jobs in the tourism and outdoor recreation workforce. As a leader in this area, you’ll be able to showcase your skills in sustainability, leadership and management.
Job market outlook
Use the interactive tool on this page to discover employment trends, top occupations and salary details for professionals who have skills related to tourism, recreation and adventure leadership. Please be aware that completing a program related to the job market information shown here does not guarantee employment or a specific salary.
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