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TSM347Social Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Commercial Recreation Management

This course explores the multifaceted world of commercial recreation management, focusing on the interplay between recreation, leisure, and play. It examines the historical perspectives, psychological needs, and societal factors influencing leisure participation. The course also delves into the roles of government, voluntary organizations, and the commercial sector in providing leisure opportunities, while addressing contemporary challenges such as insecurity and pandemics. Ultimately, it aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of managing recreation for individual and community well-being.

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40h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
RecreationLeisurePlayCommercial ManagementTourism

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

People's Needs

4

Leisure Participation

5

Commercial Sector

6

Voluntary Sector

7

Insecurity and Recreation

Total Topics7 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 Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Recreation Manager

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Leisure Consultant

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Tourism Officer

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Event Planner

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Community Recreation Coordinator

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

TourismHospitalityEvent ManagementCommunity DevelopmentSports Management

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Recreation and Leisure

2h

Unit 1: Recreation and Leisure

2 study hours
  • •Define recreation and leisure.
  • •Discuss the relationship between recreation, well-being, and leisure.
  • •Explain leisure as a way of life.
Week
2

Module 1: Recreation and Leisure

2h

Unit 2: Children play: Foundation of Leisure

2 study hours
  • •Discuss children's play as the foundation of leisure.
  • •Explain the importance of play for children's development.
  • •Outline the difficulties facing children's play.
Week
3

Module 1: Recreation and Leisure

2h

Unit 3: Play and the Meaning of Life

2 study hours
  • •Explain how play gives meaning to life.
  • •Discuss the development of adventure play.
  • •Describe the different types of play.
Week
4

Module 1: Recreation and Leisure

2h

Unit 4: The Importance of Play for Children Today

2 study hours
  • •Explain the importance of play for children's development.
  • •Discuss the benefits of play.
  • •Describe the consequences of play deprivation.
Week
5

Module 1: Recreation and Leisure

2h

Unit 5: Historical Perspectives: Recreation, Leisure and Play

2 study hours
  • •Analyze the historical antecedents of play.
  • •Discuss the various stages of play.
  • •Explain the legacy from the ancient Greek civilization.
Week
6

Module 2: People's Needs and Leisure

2h

Unit 6: People's Needs and Leisure

2 study hours
  • •Explain whether universal needs exist.
  • •Discuss needs, drives, and motivation.
  • •Explain intermediate needs.
Week
7

Module 2: People's Needs and Leisure

2h

Unit 7: Factors that Influence Leisure Participation

2 study hours
  • •Identify and explain the factors that influence leisure participation.
  • •Discuss personal and family influences on leisure.
  • •Explain social and situational circumstances and leisure.
Week
8

Module 2: People's Needs and Leisure

2h

Unit 8: The 'Pleasure Principle' Content

2 study hours
  • •Identify the core characteristics of play, recreation, and leisure.
  • •Explain the 'pleasure principle' in leisure management actions.
  • •Discuss issues in leisure management.
Week
9

Module 2: People's Needs and Leisure

2h

Unit 9: Government, the Public Sector and Leisure

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the responsibilities of government and the public sector in leisure activities.
  • •Explain planning in relation to recreation.
  • •Explain the organizing and development of public recreation services.
Week
10

Module 2: People's Needs and Leisure

2h

Unit 10: Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

2 study hours
  • •List and explain the five stages of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.
  • •Relate these stages with participation in recreation and tourism.
Week
11

Module 3: Leisure, Security, and Provision

2h

Unit 11: Leisure Provision in the Voluntary Sector

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the role of the voluntary sector in leisure provision.
  • •Explain the nature of volunteers and voluntary groups.
  • •Explain the role of local authorities and charities.
Week
12

Module 3: Leisure, Security, and Provision

2h

Unit 12: Leisure provision in the Commercial Sector

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the role of the commercial sector in provision of leisure.
  • •Explain leisure activities in and around the home and commercial leisure.
  • •Explain the attitude of local government towards recreation.
Week
13

Module 3: Leisure, Security, and Provision

2h

Unit 13: Insecurity, COVID-19 and Recreation

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the impact of COVID-19 on recreation.
  • •Explain the effects of insecurity on recreation.
  • •Identify possible ways forward.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

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1

Review key definitions and concepts from each unit

2

Create mind maps linking different factors influencing leisure participation

3

Practice applying theoretical frameworks to real-world case studies

4

Focus on understanding the roles of different sectors in leisure provision

5

Prepare examples to illustrate the impact of social and economic factors on recreation

6

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and feedback provided by your tutor

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