PGA PGM Qualifying Level Test & Final Exam Questions
and Answers (Verified Answers)
What is a job descriptor that best corresponds to the Head Golf Professional's
responsibilities?
Either owns and operates the golf shop at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility or supervises
and directs the golf shop and instructional services at the facility
True or False: The job responsibilities of an Assistant Golf Professional include
managing the total golf operation of a PGA Recognized Golf Facility
FALSE
What are the job responsibilities of a Director of Instruction?
Manages and Supervises the total teaching program
What is the job descriptor that best describes the responsibilities of a General
manager?
Directs the entire golf facility including golf operations, golf course maintenance,
clubhouse administration., and Food & Beverage
Which of the following describes the job responsibilities of a Director of Golf?
Manages and supervises the total golf operation
True or False: A Teaching Professional is employed as either a golf instructor or
supervisor of golf instructors at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility, Golf School or
Indoor Facility.
TRUE
True or False: The ability to manage detailed procedures and operations is one of
the attributes employers are looking for in golf professionals today.
TRUE
What are skills and abilities golf facilities are looking for in a well-rounded
professional?
Ability to write and speak clearly, budgeting, ability to grow revenues and control
expenditures, an understanding or relevant computer technology.
Current challenges PGA Members face working in the golf industry?
Work more that 40 hours/week, work on days when others often enjoy recreational
activities, must continue their professional education by taking courses and attending
seminars.
True or False: One benefit of a career as a golf professional is normal work
environments and schedules provide sufficient time to play and practice.
FALSE
What are the requirements for PGA Students to be eligible for election to the PGA
Membership?
Graduation from the University, Complete all PGA PGM Program Requirements,
Complete a Background Check, Documentation of Eligible employment.
True or False: Completing a series of internships at PGA Recognized Golf
Facilities is a requirements of students enrolled in an accredited PGA Golf
Management University Program.
TRUE
, True or False: PGA Students must satisfy the PGA PAT requirement to enroll in
the Qualifying Level at a PGA Golf Management University.
FALSE
True or False: The purpose of the Work Experience Portfolio is to apply what you
have learned in the courses to on-the-job situations and tasks.
TRUE
True of False: Work Experience Activities can be accomplished concurrently as
part of a students courses on campus as well as during internships.
TRUE
True of False: Work Experience activities can be accomplished concurrently as
part of normal work or internship responsibilities.
TRUE
True or False: Associates and PGM Students should demonstrate critical
thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills when completing work experience
activities.
TRUE
Who is responsible for identifying the events necessary for completing the work
experience activities?
You, the PGA Student and University Facilty
What is the purpose of the Level 3 Management Simulation?
Apply what you have learned from all the courses in the PGA PGM Program
True or False: In order to pass the PGA of America's Playing Ability Test (PAT),
players must achieve a 36-hole score within 15 shots of the 18-hole course rating
(doubled).
TRUE
True or False: Individuals have eight (8) years from their Level 1 start date to be
elected to PGA Membership.
TRUE
According to the Career Enhancement Manual, what is good advice for preparing
a resume?
- Main Responsibilities should be described with action verbs
- Be specific and keep job requirements in mind
- Avoid using I, me, my, and myself
- The resume should represent a truthful, accurate portrayal of your ability and
experience.
True or False: Employers will decide to contact an applicant for an interview
based on impressions from the resume.
TRUE
You are applying for an assistant golf professional job at a new club. They have
other openings as well, how should you write your objective in your resume?
The objective should focus on the specific targeted position.
True or False: Employers normally review resumes to identify reasons to hire an
applicant.
FALSE
Which typer of resume particularly emphasizes your work history?
Chronological Format Resume
and Answers (Verified Answers)
What is a job descriptor that best corresponds to the Head Golf Professional's
responsibilities?
Either owns and operates the golf shop at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility or supervises
and directs the golf shop and instructional services at the facility
True or False: The job responsibilities of an Assistant Golf Professional include
managing the total golf operation of a PGA Recognized Golf Facility
FALSE
What are the job responsibilities of a Director of Instruction?
Manages and Supervises the total teaching program
What is the job descriptor that best describes the responsibilities of a General
manager?
Directs the entire golf facility including golf operations, golf course maintenance,
clubhouse administration., and Food & Beverage
Which of the following describes the job responsibilities of a Director of Golf?
Manages and supervises the total golf operation
True or False: A Teaching Professional is employed as either a golf instructor or
supervisor of golf instructors at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility, Golf School or
Indoor Facility.
TRUE
True or False: The ability to manage detailed procedures and operations is one of
the attributes employers are looking for in golf professionals today.
TRUE
What are skills and abilities golf facilities are looking for in a well-rounded
professional?
Ability to write and speak clearly, budgeting, ability to grow revenues and control
expenditures, an understanding or relevant computer technology.
Current challenges PGA Members face working in the golf industry?
Work more that 40 hours/week, work on days when others often enjoy recreational
activities, must continue their professional education by taking courses and attending
seminars.
True or False: One benefit of a career as a golf professional is normal work
environments and schedules provide sufficient time to play and practice.
FALSE
What are the requirements for PGA Students to be eligible for election to the PGA
Membership?
Graduation from the University, Complete all PGA PGM Program Requirements,
Complete a Background Check, Documentation of Eligible employment.
True or False: Completing a series of internships at PGA Recognized Golf
Facilities is a requirements of students enrolled in an accredited PGA Golf
Management University Program.
TRUE
, True or False: PGA Students must satisfy the PGA PAT requirement to enroll in
the Qualifying Level at a PGA Golf Management University.
FALSE
True or False: The purpose of the Work Experience Portfolio is to apply what you
have learned in the courses to on-the-job situations and tasks.
TRUE
True of False: Work Experience Activities can be accomplished concurrently as
part of a students courses on campus as well as during internships.
TRUE
True of False: Work Experience activities can be accomplished concurrently as
part of normal work or internship responsibilities.
TRUE
True or False: Associates and PGM Students should demonstrate critical
thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills when completing work experience
activities.
TRUE
Who is responsible for identifying the events necessary for completing the work
experience activities?
You, the PGA Student and University Facilty
What is the purpose of the Level 3 Management Simulation?
Apply what you have learned from all the courses in the PGA PGM Program
True or False: In order to pass the PGA of America's Playing Ability Test (PAT),
players must achieve a 36-hole score within 15 shots of the 18-hole course rating
(doubled).
TRUE
True or False: Individuals have eight (8) years from their Level 1 start date to be
elected to PGA Membership.
TRUE
According to the Career Enhancement Manual, what is good advice for preparing
a resume?
- Main Responsibilities should be described with action verbs
- Be specific and keep job requirements in mind
- Avoid using I, me, my, and myself
- The resume should represent a truthful, accurate portrayal of your ability and
experience.
True or False: Employers will decide to contact an applicant for an interview
based on impressions from the resume.
TRUE
You are applying for an assistant golf professional job at a new club. They have
other openings as well, how should you write your objective in your resume?
The objective should focus on the specific targeted position.
True or False: Employers normally review resumes to identify reasons to hire an
applicant.
FALSE
Which typer of resume particularly emphasizes your work history?
Chronological Format Resume
