Doctor of Philosophy in Human Performance - Leisure and Sport Management

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Human Performance's concentration in Leisure and Sport Management prepares doctoral students to plan and conduct research, design and delivery educational experiences, and to serve their profession as well as the larger society. The doctorate is a research-oriented degree that prepares students to pursue faculty positions in higher education or to provide research and educational services to private industry, public, and non-profit organizations. Under the guidance of expert faculty members, doctoral students in Leisure and Sport Management explore topics related to leisure, sport, outdoor recreation, tourism, hospitality, and event planning and management. During the program of study, doctoral students complete coursework, take preliminary examinations, and compose a dissertation in a chosen area of specialization. The Ph.D. in Human Performance with a concentration in Leisure and Sport Management requires completion of 60-72 hours.

Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Human Performance with a concentration in Leisure and Sport Management requiresan earned bachelor or master degree from an accredited university or college with an acceptable grade point average (GPA) in all college work taken. Successful applicants typically have a grade point average (GPA) on the last 60 hours of academic work of 3.00 or above on a 4.00 scale.completion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) with acceptable scores. Successful applicants to the Ph.D. program have scores that exceed 297. The Analytical Writing Assessment score is also considered.research skills. Successful applicants typically have statistical and research methodology skills as evidenced by coursework in both areas, and have completed a thesis or scholarly project that can be reviewed by the graduate director.coursework in a related field. Applicants with a bachelor degree are expected to have completed at least 18 hours of coursework in a related field. Applicants with a master degree are expected to have completed at least 20 graduate hours in a related field. letters of recommendation from university faculty/professors who can address ability for potential success in graduate study and academic qualifications to complete graduate-level work: thinking, writing, and speaking.