Recreation And Leisure Management (bbus) in Cork Institute of Technology, Ireland

Recreation And Leisure Management (bbus) in Cork Institute of Technology

Course summary

The course consists of lectures, tutorials, practicals, site visits and work placement. The leisure industry is one of the fastest growing sectors of the economy. This has created a demand for personnel with specialist knowledge and skills in recreation and leisure. The course combines technical skills and competencies with a strong business base. It also offers students the opportunity of acquiring appropriate practical and managerial expertise, which will enable them to be effective managers in the recreation and leisure industry.

Career

This course offers access to a wide range of employment opportunities in the sport and leisure industry such as ▪ Leisure/Sports Centre Management ▪ Personal Trainer/Strength and Conditioning Coach ▪ Sports Coaching/Team Management ▪ Swim Teaching and Lifeguarding ▪ Group Exercise Leadership ▪ Sports Development ▪ Health Promotion ▪ Community Recreation ▪ Sports Marketing.
Potential Areas of Employment

• Fitness Instructor
• Personal Trainer/Strength and Conditioning Coach
• Leisure/Sports Centre Management
• Sports Coaching/Team Management