Arizona State University Watts College of Public Service & Community Solutions 6 courses 30 total credits
In the Master of Science program in community resources and development, you prepare to address complex issues that affect communities and organizations. You study topics such as tourism, parks and recreation management, nonprofit organizations, and sustainable communities while developing research, leadership and analytical skills. Coursework emphasizes applied learning that connects theory with hands-on experience. You tailor your studies through a thesis or applied project option, depending on your professional and academic goals. Faculty mentor you in community-based research and practical experiences that strengthen your ability to design, evaluate and manage programs that improve quality of life and promote community resilience.
| Required Core | 15 credits |
| Culminating Experience | 6 credits |
| Total Credits | 30 credits |
Required Core
CRD 530 Community Services Management (3) or advanced inquiry course (3)
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CRD 500 | Research Methods | 3 |
| CRD 502 | Statistical and Data Analysis | 3 |
| CRD 552 | Critical Issues | 3 |
| CRD 555 | Theoretical Perspectives in Community Development | 3 |
| Total Required Core | 15 credits | |
Culminating Experience
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CRD 593 | Applied Project | 6 |
| CRD 599 | Thesis | 6 |
| Total Culminating Experience | 6 credits | |
Additional Curriculum Information
Students may select a thesis or applied project. The thesis option is a research-oriented program recommended for students who are planning to continue graduate studies beyond the master's degree. The applied project option is intended for students seeking additional knowledge and expertise relevant to professional career development. All students are assigned a faculty member who provides advising and direction. Students in the applied project option take CRD 530 as part of their core coursework, and 15 credit hours of electives. Students in the thesis option take an advanced inquiry course as part of their core coursework, and nine credit hours of electives. The thesis must be defended in an oral examination before a supervisory committee of at least three faculty members, one of whom resides in another department.
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