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School of Community Resources and Development
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The goal of the faculty in the School of Community Resources and Development is to advance the social, economic, environmental and cultural well-being of the local and global community through instruction, research, and service.
Programs within the School of Community Resources and Development are organized by the faculty of the school under the direction and administration of the director and standing committees of the faculty. The faculty provide nationally recognized interdisciplinary research expertise and innovative academic programs in nonprofit leadership and management, parks and recreation management, and tourism development and management.
The School of Community Resources and Development offers BS degree programs in Nonprofit Leadership and Management, Recreation Management, and Tourism Development and Management. The BS in Recreation Management includes an emphasis in therapeutic recreation. Minors and Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) concentrations are offered in each of the undergraduate program areas. The school offers two undergraduate certificates: (1) nonprofit youth and human service leadership and management: American humanics and (2) convention and meeting planning.
The faculty in the School of Community Resources and Development offer an MS degree in Recreation, a Master of Nonprofit Studies, and a graduate certificate in Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Consult the Graduate Catalog for information about these programs.
Students are responsible for meeting the degree requirements and seeking advising regarding their program status and progress. Upon admission to the School of Community Resources and Development, each student must meet with an academic advisor who assists students with program planning, registration, preparation of needed petitions, verification of graduation requirements, and referrals to university and/or community resources.
For more information, call 602/496-0167, access the school’s Web site at scrd.asu.edu, visit UCENT 550, or write
SCHOOL OF COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND DEVELOPMENT ACADEMIC ADVISOR
The major requirements for the School of Community Resources and Development BS degree programs include specific courses, with a grade of “C” (3.00) or higher, as follows:
1. BS Nonprofit Leadership and Management: NLM 160 Voluntary Action and Community and NLM 210 Community Resources and Professions;
2. BS Recreation Management: PRM 120 Leisure and the Quality of Life and PRM 210 Community Resources and Services; or
3. BS Tourism Development and Management: PRM 120 Leisure and the Quality of Life and TDM 210 Community Resources and Services.
All undergraduate students seeking a degree from the School of Community Resources and Development must complete 200 hours of professional leadership experience and a senior internship. These exciting hands-on opportunities integrate classroom learning within a real work experience to build professional competencies before graduation. For more information on these requirements, access the school’s Web site at scrd.asu.edu.
All students enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program must satisfy the university requirement of a minimum of 35 semester hours of approved course work in General Studies, as described under General Studies. General Studies courses are listed in the course descriptions, in the Online ASU Interactive Schedule of Classes, and in the Summer Sessions Bulletin.
Academic Curricula in Nonprofit Leadership and Management
The School of Community Resources and Development offers a number of pathways for students interested in studying the field of nonprofit leadership and management. This includes the following options: a major, a minor, a concentration within the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree, and a national certificate program through the American Humanics (AH) program. The curriculum within each pathway is complementary and many students combine their major, minor, or BIS concentration with the AH certificate to become a preferred graduate for employment in the nonprofit sector. For more information, see Minor—Nonprofit Administration, BIS Concentration—Nonprofit Administration, and Certificate Program—Nonprofit Youth and Human Service Leadership and Management: American Humanics.
Nonprofit Leadership and Management—BS
The Nonprofit Leadership and Management program empowers students through course work and co-curricular experiences to help them become successful professionals who positively impact the community in which they work. By completing the undergraduate program, students may also earn national certification from American Humanics, Inc., which will prepare them to lead and strengthen nonprofit organizations.
Major requirements
The major requirements of the BS degree in Nonprofit Leadership and Management consist of nine semester hours of Community Resources and Development core courses, 15 semester hours of Nonprofit Leadership and Management foundation courses, 22 semester hours of Nonprofit Leadership and Management professional courses, and 18 semester hours of Nonprofit Leadership and Management related area courses.
The following courses constitute the core curriculum:
Community Resources and Development
D NLM 210 Community Resources and Professions (3)
D NLM 301 Sustainable Communities (3)
D NLM 302 Inclusive Community Development (3)
Nonprofit Leadership and Management Foundation Courses
D NLM 160 Voluntary Action and Community Leadership (3)
D NLM 220 Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations (3)
D NLM 300 Fund Raising and Resource Development (3)
D NLM 310 Volunteer Management (3)
D PRM 303 Program Planning L (3)
Nonprofit Leadership and Management Professional Courses
D NLM 402 Assessment and Evaluation of Community Services (3)
D NLM 403 Pre-Internship Workshop (1)
D NLM 410 Social Entrepreneurship (3)
D NLM 430 Managing Nonprofit Organizations (3)
D TDM 463 Senior Internship (12)
Consult with the academic advisor for electives in the nonprofit leadership and management related areas.
M ENG 101 First-Year Composition (3)
M MAT 142 College Mathematics (or higher) (3)
D NLM 160 Voluntary Action and Community Leadership (3)
M UNI 101 Student Success Seminar (1–3)
or D PRM 191 FYS (1–3)
or UNI 100 Academic Success (1)
M ENG 102 First-Year Composition (3)
D NLM 210 Community Resources and Professions (3)
Computer Science Requirement (3)
SQ/SG laboratory science (3–7)
and/or HU (3–7)
or SB (3–7)
D NLM 301 Sustainable Communities (3)
Writing competency requirement (3)
D NLM 220 Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations (3)
D NLM 302 Inclusive Community Development (3)
Minor—Nonprofit Administration
The minor in Nonprofit Administration empowers students to positively impact the community in which they work. Course work introduces students to the competencies required for successful professional careers with nonprofit, social sector organizations that exist to improve the quality of life of communities. The nonprofit sector in the United Sates is unique in form and function with more than 1.9 million organizations in the U.S. The Arizona nonprofit sector also is experiencing robust growth with more than 29,000 registered nonprofits and more than 1,500 new nonprofits formed yearly. The minor allows students enrolled in other undergraduate programs at ASU to broaden their educational experiences. Students from such various disciplines as business, education, museum studies, nursing, public affairs, religious studies, social work, and many others might find this program a beneficial supplement to their existing program.
Course Selection
Fifteen semester hours required.
D NLM 160 Voluntary Action and Community Leadership (3)
D NLM 220 Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations (3)
Choose three from the following (9)
D NLM 300 Fund Raising and Resource Development (3)
D NLM 301 Sustainable Communities (3)
D NLM 302 Inclusive Community Development (3)
D NLM 310 Volunteer Management (3)
D NLM 435 Service Learning for Community Development (3)
D PRM 424 Recreation Program Management (3)
D PRM 486 Special Events Management (3)
* This course requires CRD advisor approval.
BIS Concentration—Nonprofit Administration
The concentration in Nonprofit Administration is available through University College’s Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies program.
The BIS program is intended for the student who has academic interests that might not be satisfied with existing majors. Building on two academic concentrations (or one double concentration) and an interdisciplinary core, students in the BIS program take active roles in creating their educational plans and defining their career goals. For more information, see School of Interdisciplinary Studies.
Certificate Program—Nonprofit Youth and Human Service Leadership and Management: American Humanics
The certificate program in Nonprofit Youth and Human Service Leadership and Management: American Humanics provides education and preparation for leadership and management positions in nonprofit youth and human service organizations. The program features professional affiliation with and certification by American Humanics, Inc., the nation’s leader in education for nonprofit careers. American Humanics collaborates with a number of nonprofit organizations, including American Red Cross, America’s Second Harvest, AmeriCorps, the ARC, Big Brother Big Sisters of America, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Boy Scouts of America, CampFire USA, Corporation for National and Community Service, Girls Inc., Girl Scouts of the USA, the Humane Society of the United States, Junior Achievement Inc., March of Dimes, National 4-H Council, National Urban League, Opportunity Knocks.org, Points of Light Foundation, United Way of America, Volunteers of America, and YMCA of the USA.
This program features an academic and experiential approach that highlights the unique issues of nonprofit organization management, with a particular emphasis on youth development agencies. The program includes active participation by nonprofit professionals who offer workshops, seminars, mentoring, and field trips. American Humanics national certification can be earned in conjunction with any baccalaureate degree.
D NLM 220 Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations (3)
D NLM 300 Fund Raising and Resource Development (3)
D NLM 310 Volunteer Management (3)
D NLM 320 Professional Development Seminar* (4)
D NLM 420 American Humanics Institute (2)
D NLM 430 Managing Nonprofit Organizations (3)
D NLM 463 Senior internship (12)
* D NLM 320 is taken four semesters, for one semester hour each term.
Academic Curricula in Parks and Recreation Management
The School of Community Resources and Development offers a number of pathways for students interested in studying the field of parks and recreation management. This includes the following options: a major, a minor, and a concentration within the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree. For more information, see Minor—Recreation Management and BIS Concentration—Recreation Management.
The BS in Recreation degree provides an interdisciplinary education in the management of parks, protected areas and community based recreation services. Students learn to integrate the managerial, natural and social sciences to make informed decisions for recreation service delivery. The curriculum combines classroom instruction with field experiences and covers parks and recreation policy, programming, planning, management, communication, inclusive services, and history. The BS in Recreation prepares students for professional positions in a variety of public, private, and nonprofit organizations. This degree program is accredited by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).
Therapeutic Recreation Emphasis Area
Within the BS in Recreation Management degree, students may specialize in therapeutic recreation and in doing so, may qualify to sit for the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification exam. This professional development prepares students for careers in clinical and community settings, working with disabled individuals in their pursuit of quality leisure experiences. This program is the only one of its kind in a growing field in Arizona. Consult with the academic advisor for requirements and electives in the therapeutic recreation emphasis’ related areas.
Major requirements
The major requirements of the BS in Recreation Management degree program consist of nine semester hours of Community Resources and Development core courses, nine semester hours of Parks and Recreation Management foundation courses, 22 semester hours of Parks and Recreation Management professional core courses, and 24 semester hours of Park and Recreation Management related courses.
The following courses constitute the core curriculum:
D PRM 210 Community Resources and Professions (3)
D PRM 301 Sustainable Communities (3)
D PRM 302 Inclusive Community Development (3)
Parks and Recreation Management
D PRM 120 Leisure and Quality of Life SB (3)
D PRM 303 Program Planning L (3)
D PRM 304 Recreation Planning and Facility Development (3)
D PRM 401 Management of Parks and Recreation Services (3)
D PRM 402 Assessment and Evaluation of Community Services (3)
D PRM 403 Pre-Internship Workshop (1)
D PRM 463 Senior Internship (12)
Consult with the academic advisor for electives in the Parks and Recreation Management related areas.
M ENG 101 First-Year Composition (3)
M MAT 142 College Mathematics (or higher) (3)
D PRM 120 Leisure and the Quality of Life SB (3)
M UNI 101 Student Success Seminar (1–3)
or D PRM 191 FYS (1–3)
or UNI 100 Academic Success (1)
M ENG 102 First-Year Composition (3)
D PRM 210 Community Resources and Professions (3)
Computer Science Requirement (3)
SQ/SG laboratory science (3–7)
and/or HU/SB (3–7)
D PRM 301 Sustainable Communities (3)
Writing competency requirement (3)
D PRM 302 Inclusive Community Development (3)
D PRM 303 Program Planning L (3)
The minor in Recreation Management introduces students to leisure program delivery to a variety of populations and the management of parks and protected areas. The minor allows students enrolled in other undergraduate programs at ASU to broaden their educational experiences. Students from such various disciplines as business, education, nursing, public affairs, social work, and many others might find this program a beneficial supplement to their existing program.
Fifteen semester hours required.
D PRM 120 Leisure and the Quality of Life SB (3)
D PRM 424 Recreation Program Management (3)
Choose three courses from the following (9)
D PRM 150 Outdoor Pursuits (3)
D PRM 302 Inclusive Community Development (3)
D PRM 315 Community Recreation Systems (3)
D PRM 364 Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation (3)
D PRM 368 Sports Management (3)
D PRM 475 Entrepreneurial Recreation and Tourism (3)
D PRM 486 Special Events Management (3)
* Requires CRD advisor approval.
BIS Concentration—Recreation Management
The recreation management concentration is available through the University College Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) program. Students in the BIS degree program cannot combine tourism development and management with recreation management to fulfill the two-concentration requirement.
The BIS program is intended for the student who has academic interests that might not be satisfied with existing majors. Building on two academic concentrations (or one double concentration) and an interdisciplinary core, students in the BIS program take active roles in creating their educational plans and defining their career goals. For more information, see School of Interdisciplinary Studies.
Academic Curricula in Tourism Development and Management
The School of Community Resources and Development offers a number of pathways for students interested in studying the field of tourism development and management. This includes the following options: a major, a minor, and a concentration within the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree. For more information, see Minor—Tourism Development and Management and BIS Concentration—Tourism Development and Management.
Tourism Development and Management—BS
In the Tourism Development and Management program, students acquire the planning and management skills related to the growth and development of tourism throughout the world in historical, spatial and economic terms; the economic, ecological, and sociocultural impacts of tourism in both the developing and developed world; and the system of tourism production, product development, service delivery, and consumption by diverse domestic and international market segments. Students will also learn professional skills such as information technology, management, and marketing proficiencies. Through the required internship component of the degree program, students will gain practical experiences for professional positions in various travel, tourism, and related fields. Exposure to the businesses of heritage tourism, nature-based tourism, resort management, and meeting and convention planning will prepare the student for a successful career in the fast-growing travel and tourism industry.
Major requirements
The major requirements of this Bachelor of Science degree program consist of nine semester hours of Community Resources and Development core courses, 12 semester hours of Tourism Development and Management foundation courses, 22 semester hours of Tourism Development and Management core courses, and 21 semester hours of Tourism Development and Management related area courses.
The following courses constitute the core curriculum:
D TDM 210 Community Resources and Professions (3)
D TDM 301 Sustainable Communities (3)
D TDM 302 Inclusive Community Development (3)
Tourism Development and Management
D PRM 120 Leisure and Quality of Life SB (3)
D TDM 205 Introduction to Travel and Tourism G (3)
D TDM 350 Tourism Marketing (3)
D TDM 372 Tourism Planning (3)
D TDM 401 Tourism Management (3)
D TDM 402 Assessment and Evaluation of Community Services (3)
D TDM 403 Pre-Internship Workshop (1)
D TDM 463 Senior Internship (12)
Consult with the academic advisor for electives in the Tourism Development and Management related areas.
M ENG 101 First-Year Composition (3)
M MAT 142 College Mathematics (or higher) (3)
D PRM 120 Leisure and the Quality of Life SB (3)
M UNI 101 Student Success Seminar (1–3)
or D PRM 191 FYS (1–3)
or UNI 100 Academic Success (1)
M ENG 102 First-Year Composition (3)
D TDM 210 Community Resources and Professions (3)
Computer Science Requirement (3)
SQ/SG laboratory science (3–7)
and/or HU (3)
or SB (3)
D TDM 205 Introduction to Travel and Tourism G (3)
D TDM 302 Inclusive Community Development (3)
Minor—Tourism Development and Management
The minor in Tourism Development and Management program introduces students to the planning and development skills needed to enter the largest industry in the world. Exposure to the businesses of nature-based tourism, heritage tourism, and meeting and convention planning will begin to prepare students for a successful career in the fast-growing travel and tourism industry. According to both the World Tourism Organization (WTO) and the World Travel Tourism Council (WTTC), the travel and tourism industry is the largest industry and employer in the world. It is the third largest industry in the United States and ranks as the second largest industry in Arizona. The minor allows students enrolled in other undergraduate programs at ASU to broaden their educational experiences. Students from such various disciplines as business, communication, and many others might find this program a beneficial supplement to their existing program.
Course Selection
Fifteen semester hours required.
D TDM 205 Introduction to Travel and Tourism G (3)
D TDM 325 Tourism Accommodations (3)
D TDM 415 Tourism Transportation Systems (3)
Choose three courses from the following (9)
D PRM 120 Leisure and the Quality Life G (3)
D PRM 475 Entrepreneurial Recreation and Tourism (3)
D PRM 486 Special Events Management (3)
D TDM 345 Meeting and Convention Planning (3)
D TDM 350 Tourism Marketing (3)
D TDM 386 Convention Sales and Management (3)
D TDM 448 Heritage and Cultural Tourism (3)
D TDM 458 International Tourism G (3)
D TDM 480 Nature-Based Tourism (3)
* Requires CRD advisor approval.
BIS Concentration—Tourism Development and Management
The concentration in Tourism Development and Management is available through University College’s Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies program. Students in the BIS degree program cannot combine Recreation Management with Tourism Development and Management to fulfill the two-concentration requirement.
The BIS program is intended for the student who has academic interests that might not be satisfied with existing majors. Building on two academic concentrations (or one double concentration) and an interdisciplinary core, students in the BIS program take active roles in creating their educational plans and defining their career goals. For more information, see School of Interdisciplinary Studies.
Courses
Information about all courses is available on the Web at ASU Interactive. For more information, see Classification of Courses.
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