Sport & Recreation
A course by
Lincoln University
An introductory course examining leadership, management, and evaluation in the leisure industries, covering sport, recreation, and tourism in Aotearoa.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Lincoln University, Lincoln

Articulate the scope of competencies, skills, and responsibilities across Aotearoa’s leisure industries.

Explain and apply best practice in leisure leadership through simulated learning activities such as coaching, planning, or programming.

Present with awareness of professional communication and research evidence applicable to multifaceted and bicultural leisure settings.
RECN111 introduces students to evidence-based principles and practices in leadership, management, and evaluation within the leisure industries—specifically sport, recreation, and tourism sectors in Aotearoa. Students explore industry competencies, best leadership practices through simulated activities, professional communication, and the capacity to respond to emerging socio-cultural, environmental, and economic challenges in the field.
What you need to know first
A minimum average grade of C- across specified course(s)
Not available to students who have taken Professional Studies for Recreation Management, RECN-108 or Recreation Leisure and Culture, RECN-109

Leisure
Sport
Recreation
Tourism

Entry-level roles in sport and recreation management
Leisure industry coordinator
Sport & Recreation
A course by
Lincoln University
An introductory course examining leadership, management, and evaluation in the leisure industries, covering sport, recreation, and tourism in Aotearoa.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Lincoln University, Lincoln

Articulate the scope of competencies, skills, and responsibilities across Aotearoa’s leisure industries.

Explain and apply best practice in leisure leadership through simulated learning activities such as coaching, planning, or programming.

Present with awareness of professional communication and research evidence applicable to multifaceted and bicultural leisure settings.
RECN111 introduces students to evidence-based principles and practices in leadership, management, and evaluation within the leisure industries—specifically sport, recreation, and tourism sectors in Aotearoa. Students explore industry competencies, best leadership practices through simulated activities, professional communication, and the capacity to respond to emerging socio-cultural, environmental, and economic challenges in the field.
What you need to know first
A minimum average grade of C- across specified course(s)
Not available to students who have taken Professional Studies for Recreation Management, RECN-108 or Recreation Leisure and Culture, RECN-109

Leisure
Sport
Recreation
Tourism

Entry-level roles in sport and recreation management
Leisure industry coordinator
Tourism operations assistant
Community recreation leader
Tourism operations assistant
Community recreation leader