M.A. in Leadership
Adventure, Sport, and Recreation Leadership
Program Highlights & Benefits
Learn leadership strategies for athletic, recreational, and outdoor settings
Develop skills in program planning, team leadership, and group dynamics
Online & Asynchronous Format
No GRE or Entrance Exam Required
For
Ideal for individuals leading in athletics, recreation, outdoor leadership, or sport-based organizations.
What You Learn
In the Adventure, Sport & Recreation Leadership emphasis, you will learn how to lead programs and individuals in athletic, recreational, and outdoor settings. The curriculum focuses on leadership within sport and recreation environments, including program development, team leadership, and ethical decision-making. You will develop the skills needed to foster engagement, manage group dynamics, and create meaningful experiences through sport, recreation, and adventure-based leadership contexts.
How You Learn
The program is delivered entirely online in an asynchronous format, allowing students to complete coursework on their own schedule while meeting weekly deadlines. Students are encouraged to log into their portal regularly throughout each week to stay current on assignments, announcements, and communication with instructors and classmates. Courses are typically completed one at a time in 8-week terms, though alternative scheduling options may be available.
Career Outcomes
Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in athletic, recreation, and outdoor program settings. This emphasis supports careers in sports management, coaching, and community-based programming.
Courses Offered
| Course Number | Title | Credits |
| Core Curriculum: | ||
| LEAD 500 | Biblical Foundations of Leading Vocations | 3 |
| LEAD 510 | Biblical Wisdom and Decision-Making for Leaders | 3 |
| LEAD 520 | The Lifelong Learning Leader: Learning Across Seasons | 3 |
| LEAD 600 | Courageous Conversations: Leadership, Listening, and Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| LEAD 640 | Leader as Applied Researcher and Data-Informed Decision Maker | 3 |
| LEAD 690 | Capstone Project: Leadership | 3 |
| Adventure, Sport, and Recreation Leadership Emphasis: | ||
| LEAD 581 | Coaching and Sport as Faith Formation and Outreach | 3 |
| LEAD 582 | Leadership in Christian Camps and Youth Sport | 3 |
| LEAD 583 | Recreation Programs and Community Flourishing | 3 |
| LEAD 584 | Adventure, Risk, and Leadership Formation | 3 |
| LEAD 585 | Biblical Leadership and Administration of Sport and Recreation Programs | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 33 |
