Graduate Programs

At NC State’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management, our graduate degree programs blend critical theory with practical experience to prepare the next generation of scholars and professionals as experts and impactful leaders in academia and industry. We also offer online master’s programs and certificate programs for working professionals who want to continue full-time employment while advancing their career development in the parks, recreation, tourism and sport industries.

Those who pursue advanced study in our department work closely with distinguished faculty to hone their professional skills and engage real-world problems through original research opportunities. Our master’s and Ph.D. graduates are in high-demand throughout the United States and around the world, with our alumni filling leadership roles in local, state and federal government agencies, as well as private companies and nonprofit organizations.

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Master of Science in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management

This 30-hour master’s program is designed for students who are interested in continuing their graduate studies and obtaining a doctoral degree.

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Natural Resources Masters Program — Outdoor Recreation Technical Option

This master’s program outfits students with the knowledge and skills needed for planning and managing natural resource-based outdoor recreation opportunities.

Ph.D. in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management

This doctoral program is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in research or teaching.

Human Dimensions of Natural Resources – Graduate Minor

The Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Graduate Minor provides master’s and doctoral students with the skills of using social science to solve natural resource management issues, build partnerships and communicate research with the public.

Interested in Online Degrees and Certificates?

Our online learning programs can help you take the next step in your career. We offer a Professional Master’s in Parks, Recreation, Tourism, and Sports Management and a Graduate Certificate in Sport and Entertainment Venue Management.

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