Master of Sport and Recreation Management
Master of Sport and Recreation Management
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Upcoming start dates
November Summer School - 13 Nov 2023
Semester 1 - 19 Feb 2024
Semester 2 - 15 Jul 2024
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Qualification
Taught Master's
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Duration
1.5 years full-time
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Credits
180
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Location
Lincoln University Campus
Sports and recreation is an exciting, fast-evolving industry. The Master of Sport and Recreation Management postgraduate degree from Lincoln University is renowned for meeting the professional demands of the sector and opening the way for a career in sports and recreation management.
Study for free
If you're a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to study this programme for free. Terms and conditions apply. Learn more here.
About this programme
This programme will grow your deeper understanding of the complexity of the sport and recreation sector.
You’ll expand your knowledge of how governance, the economy, social relations and the environment at local, national and global level can impact activities and business decisions relating to sport and recreation.
Full-time students who start study in November can secure the qualification in just 12 months.
How you’ll grow
- By studying current issues and practical projects that expand your understanding of the sport and recreation sector
- Gain both quantitative and qualitative analytical skills that allow you to evaluate and problem-solve a range of theoretical and practical challenges
- Learning how to evaluate information and communicate effectively over a range of contexts
- Expanding your appreciation of the professional standards, including familiarity with gender, ethnicity, equity and environmental issues.
Career opportunities
This programme prepares you with the advanced knowledge and skills needed for senior management roles in the sports and recreation industry.
Potential roles include managing a local, regional or national sporting organisation, senior sports and recreation management positions within local or regional councils, or central government.
Or work as a research consultant focusing on sport and recreation.
Programme information
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A relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
- If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.
Summary of Regulations
- Students are required to complete 180 credits of courses from the schedules to the regulations for the Master of Sport and Recreation Management degree over three semesters of full-time study.
What's it going to cost?
The Master of Sport and Recreation Management is covered by our fee waiver. If you're a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to study this programme for free. Learn more here.
If you are an international student, see our list of International Fees.
You can start studying in either:
- Semester 1 (late February – preferred option)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)
- Summer school (early November)
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Entry requirements
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A relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
- If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.
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Regulations and fees
Summary of Regulations
- Students are required to complete 180 credits of courses from the schedules to the regulations for the Master of Sport and Recreation Management degree over three semesters of full-time study.
What's it going to cost?
The Master of Sport and Recreation Management is covered by our fee waiver. If you're a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to study this programme for free. Learn more here.
If you are an international student, see our list of International Fees.
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Intake semesters
You can start studying in either:
- Semester 1 (late February – preferred option)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)
- Summer school (early November)
Programme Structure
You'll complete one compulsory course and choose courses (120 credits) from the lists below. You'll also choose two elective courses from the Master's Degree courses offered across the university.
A course advisor can assist you to select your courses and plan your degree.
Compulsory courses
Choose a minimum of one of the following courses:
Choose a minimum of three of the following courses:
Choose a minimum of 40 credits from the following courses:
- COMM 601 - Principles of Managerial Economics 10 credits
- COMM 602 - Principles of Accounting and Finance 10 credits
- COMM 603 - Principles of Business Management 10 credits
- COMM 604 - Principles of Marketing 10 credits
- BMGT 618 - Advanced Business Strategy 20 credits
- BMGT 686 - Managing Programmes of Change 20 credits
- MKTG 672 - Marketing Strategy 20 credits
- MKTG 681 - Managing Marketing 20 credits
- TOUR 603 - Tourism Management 20 credits
- Compulsory courses
- Elective courses
These courses, COMM 601, 602, 603 and 604, are prerequisite to BMGT 618, BMGT 686 and MKTG 672.
Programme contacts

Need more info?
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Or call us on 0800 10 60 10
If you're overseas, please call +64 3 423 0000
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