PGA QUALIFYING TEST ACTUAL EXAM TEST BANK
What is a job descriptor that best corresponds to the Head Golf Professional's
responsibilities? - ANSWER: 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.
(T/F) The job responsibilities of an Assistant Golf Professional include managing the
total golf operation of a PGA Recognized Golf Facility. - ANSWER: False
What are the job responsibilities of a Director of Instruction? - ANSWER: Manages
and supervises the total teaching program
What is the job descriptor that best describes the responsibilities of a General
Manager? - ANSWER: Directs the entire golf facility including golf operations, golf
course maintenance, clubhouse admin., and Food & Beverage
Which of the following describes the job responsibilities of a Director of Golf? -
ANSWER: Manages and supervises the total golf operation
(T/F) 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. -
ANSWER: True
(T/F) The ability to manage detailed procedures and operations is one of the
attributes employers are looking for in golf professionals today. - ANSWER: True
Which of the following are skills and abilities golf facilities are looking for in a well-
rounded professional? - ANSWER: All of the above 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 expenses, An understanding of
relevant computer technology
Which of the following are challenges PGA Members face working in the golf
industry? - ANSWER: All of the above are challenges facing PGA Members: Work
more than 40 hours per week, Work on days when others often enjoy recreational
activities, Must continue their professional education by taking courses and
attending seminars
(T/F) One benefit of a career as a golf professional is normal work environments and
schedules provide sufficient time to play and practice. - ANSWER: False
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for PGA Students to be eligible for
election to PGA Membership? - ANSWER: All of the above are requirements:
Graduation from the University, Complete all PGA PGM Program Requirements,
Complete a Background Check, Documentation of Eligible employment
, (T/F) Completing a series of internships at PGA Recognized Golf Facilities is a
requirement of students enrolled in an accredited PGA Golf Management University
Program. - ANSWER: True
(T/F) PGA Students must satisfy the PGA Playing Ability Test requirement to enroll in
the Qualifying Level at a PGA Golf Management University. - ANSWER: False
(T/F) The purpose of the Work Experience Portfolio is to apply what you have
learned in the courses to on-the-job situations and tasks. - ANSWER: True
(T/F) Work Experience activities can be accomplished concurrently as part of a
student's courses on campus as well as during internships. - ANSWER: True
(T/F) Work experience activities can be accomplished concurrently as part of normal
work or internship responsibilities. - ANSWER: True
(T/F) Associates and PGM Students should demonstrate critical thinking, creativity
and problem-solving skills when completing work experience activities. - ANSWER:
True
Who is responsible for identifying the events necessary for completing the work
experience activities? - ANSWER: You, the PGA Student and University Faculty
What is the purpose of the Level 3 Management Simulation? - ANSWER: Apply what
you have learned from all the courses in the PGA PGM Program
(T/F) 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). -
ANSWER: True
(T/F) Individuals have eight (8) years from their Level 1 start date to be elected to
PGA Membership. - ANSWER: True
According to the Career Enhancement Manual, what is good advice for preparing a
resume? - ANSWER: All of the above is good advice: Main responsibilities should be
described with effective action verbs, Be specific and keep the job requirements in
mind, Avoid using "I", "me", "my", and "myself", The resume should represent a
truthful, accurate portrayal of your abilities and experiences
(T/F) Employers will decide to contact an applicant for an interview based on
impressions from the resume. - ANSWER: True
You wish to apply for an assistant golf professional position at a new club. You are
aware they have other openings as well. According to the Career Enhancement
Manual, how should you write your objective in your resume? - ANSWER: The
Objective should focus on the specific targeted position
What is a job descriptor that best corresponds to the Head Golf Professional's
responsibilities? - ANSWER: 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.
(T/F) The job responsibilities of an Assistant Golf Professional include managing the
total golf operation of a PGA Recognized Golf Facility. - ANSWER: False
What are the job responsibilities of a Director of Instruction? - ANSWER: Manages
and supervises the total teaching program
What is the job descriptor that best describes the responsibilities of a General
Manager? - ANSWER: Directs the entire golf facility including golf operations, golf
course maintenance, clubhouse admin., and Food & Beverage
Which of the following describes the job responsibilities of a Director of Golf? -
ANSWER: Manages and supervises the total golf operation
(T/F) 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. -
ANSWER: True
(T/F) The ability to manage detailed procedures and operations is one of the
attributes employers are looking for in golf professionals today. - ANSWER: True
Which of the following are skills and abilities golf facilities are looking for in a well-
rounded professional? - ANSWER: All of the above 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 expenses, An understanding of
relevant computer technology
Which of the following are challenges PGA Members face working in the golf
industry? - ANSWER: All of the above are challenges facing PGA Members: Work
more than 40 hours per week, Work on days when others often enjoy recreational
activities, Must continue their professional education by taking courses and
attending seminars
(T/F) One benefit of a career as a golf professional is normal work environments and
schedules provide sufficient time to play and practice. - ANSWER: False
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for PGA Students to be eligible for
election to PGA Membership? - ANSWER: All of the above are requirements:
Graduation from the University, Complete all PGA PGM Program Requirements,
Complete a Background Check, Documentation of Eligible employment
, (T/F) Completing a series of internships at PGA Recognized Golf Facilities is a
requirement of students enrolled in an accredited PGA Golf Management University
Program. - ANSWER: True
(T/F) PGA Students must satisfy the PGA Playing Ability Test requirement to enroll in
the Qualifying Level at a PGA Golf Management University. - ANSWER: False
(T/F) The purpose of the Work Experience Portfolio is to apply what you have
learned in the courses to on-the-job situations and tasks. - ANSWER: True
(T/F) Work Experience activities can be accomplished concurrently as part of a
student's courses on campus as well as during internships. - ANSWER: True
(T/F) Work experience activities can be accomplished concurrently as part of normal
work or internship responsibilities. - ANSWER: True
(T/F) Associates and PGM Students should demonstrate critical thinking, creativity
and problem-solving skills when completing work experience activities. - ANSWER:
True
Who is responsible for identifying the events necessary for completing the work
experience activities? - ANSWER: You, the PGA Student and University Faculty
What is the purpose of the Level 3 Management Simulation? - ANSWER: Apply what
you have learned from all the courses in the PGA PGM Program
(T/F) 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). -
ANSWER: True
(T/F) Individuals have eight (8) years from their Level 1 start date to be elected to
PGA Membership. - ANSWER: True
According to the Career Enhancement Manual, what is good advice for preparing a
resume? - ANSWER: All of the above is good advice: Main responsibilities should be
described with effective action verbs, Be specific and keep the job requirements in
mind, Avoid using "I", "me", "my", and "myself", The resume should represent a
truthful, accurate portrayal of your abilities and experiences
(T/F) Employers will decide to contact an applicant for an interview based on
impressions from the resume. - ANSWER: True
You wish to apply for an assistant golf professional position at a new club. You are
aware they have other openings as well. According to the Career Enhancement
Manual, how should you write your objective in your resume? - ANSWER: The
Objective should focus on the specific targeted position
