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HCM347Agricultural Sciences Unitsintermediate

Commercial Recreation Management

This course discusses issues concerning recreation and leisure. It explores children's play, its effects on individual's life, and its importance for today's children. The course also examines people's needs and leisure, and factors influencing leisure participation, including lifestyle, economic capability, age, and family commitment. It further delves into the pleasure principle, government's role, and the public sector's involvement in leisure.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
RecreationLeisureChildren's PlayLeisure ParticipationCommercial Recreation

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Recreation and Leisure

2

Children's Play

3

Leisure Participation Factors

4

People's Needs and Leisure

5

Voluntary Sector Leisure Provision

6

Commercial Sector Leisure Provision

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Recreation Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Leisure Consultant

Apply your skills in this growing field

Community Recreation Coordinator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Event Planner

Apply your skills in this growing field

Tourism Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

TourismHospitalitySports and RecreationCommunity DevelopmentEvent Management

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: Recreation and Leisure

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to recreation and leisure.
  • •Understand the relationship between recreation, well-being, and leisure.
  • •Identify the factors that contribute to satisfaction with recreational activities.

Unit 2: ChildrenPlay:Foundation

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the importance of play for children.
  • •Examine the difficulties facing children's play.
  • •Understand how play relates to the development of skills and abilities.
Week
2

Module 1:

4h

Unit 3: ofLeisurePlayandthe MeaningofLife

2 study hours
  • •Explore the meaning of life through play.
  • •Discuss the development of adventure play.
  • •Understand the different types of play and their characteristics.

Unit 4: TheImportanceofPlayforChildrenToday

2 study hours
  • •Explain the benefits of play for children.
  • •Discuss the consequences of play deprivation.
  • •Understand the role of play in child development.
Week
3

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: People'sNeedsandI eisure

2 study hours
  • •Explain whether universal needs exist.
  • •Discuss the relationship between needs, drives, and motivation.
  • •Understand the concept of intermediate needs.
Week
4

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: FactorsthatInfluenceLeisureParticipation

2 study hours
  • •Identify the factors that influence leisure participation.
  • •Discuss personal and family influences on leisure.
  • •Explain social and situational circumstances and leisure.
Week
5

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: The Pleasure

2 study hours
  • •Discuss opportunity and leisure participation.
  • •Understand people's needs and leisure planning.
  • •Analyze the relationship between leisure and social cohesion.
Week
6

Module 2:

2h

Unit 4: Principle' ContentGovernment,thePublicSect orandLeisure

2 study hours
  • •Identify and explain the core characteristics of play, recreation, and leisure.
  • •List and explain the pleasure principles in leisure management actions.
  • •Understand the leisure management pyramid.
Week
7

Module 3:

2h

Unit 1: LeisureProvisionintheVoluntarySector

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the role of the voluntary sector in leisure provision.
  • •Understand the nature of volunteers and voluntary groups.
  • •Explain the differences and similarities between voluntary groups.
Week
8

Module 3:

2h

Unit2 LeisureProvisioninthe CommercialSector

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the role of the commercial sector in the provision of leisure.
  • •Explain leisure activities and home and commercial leisure.
  • •Understand the attitude of local government towards recreation.
Week
9

Module 1:

3h

Module 1 Review

3 study hours
  • •Review Module 1 Units 1-4
  • •Focus on key concepts related to recreation and leisure.
  • •Prepare for assignments related to Module 1.
Week
10

Module 2:

3h

Module 2 Review

3 study hours
  • •Review Module 2 Units 1-4
  • •Focus on key concepts related to people's needs and leisure.
  • •Prepare for assignments related to Module 2.
Week
11

Module 3:

3h

Module 3 Review

3 study hours
  • •Review Module 3 Units 1-2
  • •Focus on key concepts related to leisure provision.
  • •Prepare for assignments related to Module 3.
Week
12

Final Revision

4h

Assignment Completion and Review

4 study hours
  • •Complete all assignments for Modules 1-3.
  • •Review all self-assessment exercises.
  • •Consult with your tutor on any areas of difficulty.
Week
13

Final Revision

4h

Final Examination Preparation

4 study hours
  • •Review the entire course material.
  • •Focus on key concepts and objectives.
  • •Prepare for the final examination.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Modules 1-3 key concepts.

2

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and feedback.

3

Practice applying leisure theories to real-world scenarios.

4

Focus on understanding the differences between public, private, and voluntary sector roles.

5

Allocate study time proportionally based on module weightings.

6

Form a study group to discuss complex topics and share insights.

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