This program combines turfgrass/horticultural expertise with the business training of the  Business and Economics program, as well as sports facilities management in the  Physical Education program. Graduates of this program are qualified for management positions at golf courses, resorts, stadiums, sod farms, municipal parks, recreational facilities, etc.

With thousands of new golf courses and other recreational facilities under construction or in the planning stages, throughout Florida and in other areas, career opportunities in this field are exceptionally good. And while there are other colleges and universities who offer turf management programs of various sorts, this program is unique in its breadth, making our graduates highly competitive for the best job positions.

The major includes the equivalent of a full minor in hotel and resort management, providing a truly exceptional education. The internship gives on-the-job experience beyond the classroom, further preparing the student with the background needed for a great career.

Recreational Turfgrass Management Major Requirements

A. General Education Requirements 40 hours
B. Major Requirements 75 hours
ACC 2111	Foundations of Financial Accounting
BUS 2217	Principles of Management
BUS 3160	Marketing Principles
BUS 3311	Legal Environment of Business
BUS 3453	Managerial Finance
BUS 4999	Seminar in Strategic Management of the Business Enterprise
CHE 1011	Chemical Foundations of the Biological Sciences I and
CHE 1012	Chemical Foundations of the Biological Sciences II
or
CHE 1111	Principles of Chemistry I and
CHE 1112	Principles of Chemistry II
HRT 2100	Introduction to Horticultural Science
HRT 3301	Soil Science
HRT 3302	Plant Nutrition
HRT 3325	Principles of Turf Management
HRT 4960	Internship
or
HRT 4961	Internship
LND 2216	Introduction to Landscaping
LND 2230	Ornamental Landscape Plants
LND 3330	Landscape Management
LND 4303	Horticultural Pest and Disease Management
SPM 2174	Management of Sport
SPM 3370	Administration of Sport
C. Bachelor of Science Degree Requirements 12 hours
D. Electives 1 hours
E. Total 128 hours

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