Live Your Passion
A degree in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management (PRTM) at Clemson transforms your passion into a rewarding career by preparing you for diverse opportunities across government agencies, non-profits, hospitals, and community recreation and tourism organizations. With highly transferable skills, our graduates thrive in roles such as outdoor recreation management, event planning, athletic administration, and even launching their own businesses in multiple sectors.
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Common Areas
- Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality Management
Executive leadership and innovation in global and regional tourism systems, luxury and business travel, destination development, and hospitality services across corporate, resort, and international markets. - Event Planning and Management
Strategic coordination of festivals, conferences, and special events for community, corporate, and nonprofit sectors. - Athletics Administration
Management and operational leadership within professional, intercollegiate, and amateur sports organizations, including oversight of governance, compliance, and high-performance athletic programs. - Recreational Therapy
Leadership in clinical and community settings using evidence-based, recreation and leisure-focused interventions to improve health outcomes for individuals with disabilities, injuries, or chronic health conditions. - State and National Parks Management and Ranger Services
Stewardship, protection, and visitor engagement in public lands and natural resources at the state and federal level. - Youth Development and Programming
Design and delivery of programs that support positive youth outcomes in educational, recreational, and community-based settings. - Parks and Conservation Area Management
Planning, policy-making, and sustainable administration of public and private park systems, green spaces, and conservation initiatives. - Outdoor Recreation and Adventure Programming
Facilitation and leadership of nature-based, experiential, and adventure programs that promote personal growth and environmental education. - Community Recreation, Sport, and Camp Management
Administration of community-based recreation initiatives, sports leagues, and residential or day camp operations.
“A degree in parks, recreation and tourism management is going to do more than just get you a great job. It's going to help you build a career that you're going to love. ”
Bob Barcelona, Ph.D.Department ChairParks, Recreation and Tourism Management
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