PGA PGM 3.1 Lesson 1, Lesson 2, Lesson 3
questions and answers
Head Golf Professional
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.
Assistant Golf Professional
employed at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility and spends at least 50% of the time working on golf
operations, instruction, business planning, club repair, and more.
Director of Golf
manages the total golf operation of a PGA Recognized Golf Facility, including the golf shop, golf
range, golf cart operations (if applicable), and the supervision of the head golf professional.
General Manager
directs the entire golf facility including golf operations, golf course maintenance, clubhouse
administration, food and beverage operation, and other recreational activities at the facility.
Director of Instruction
manages and supervises the total teaching program at a PGA Recognized Golf School or PGA
Recognized Facility.
Teaching Professional
employed at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility, a PGA Recognized Golf School, or a PGA Recognized
Indoor Facility as either a golf instructor or supervisor of golf instructors.
career ladder
linear path with movement from job to job Being direct upward promotion. the amount of
knowledge and experience required increases the higher up the ladder the professional
progresses. also, the number of jobs will decrease as you move up the ladder.
Career Lattice
Rather than moving upward to more senior positions it is a series of cross pivots and lateral
movements that may lead to senior positions. It is a less direct than a career ladder, but is
equally as valid.
, Challenges of PGA
Schedule- more than 40 hr weeks and work weekends
Continuing education- pga members are required to continue their professional education by
taking courses and attending seminars offered through the PGA's professional development
program
Playing golf well- pga pro must hone their game, which means putting more hours in at work.
Well rounded Professional
Work ethic and time management skills
Heavy work load
Well Rounded Professional
The following skills and abilities reflect what employers are looking for in golf professionals
today:
Leadership
Interpersonal skills
Ability to write and speak clearly
An understanding of relevant computer technology
Planning
Budgeting
Ability to grow revenues and control expenses
Time management
Efficiency
Organizing and motivating others
Managing detailed procedures and operations
About how long does it take to complete the entire program?
830 Hours
largest working sports organization in the world
PGA of America
The Benefits of PGA Membership
In addition to having advanced knowledge and skills necessary for a lifelong career in the golf
industry, PGA Members enjoy many rights and benefits. The rights of membership are
straightforward. Active members can vote, hold office, attend the PGA Annual Meeting, and use
The PGA's name, initials, and logo. PGA Professionals are considered leaders in the game and
business of golf—both by employers and the golfing public—and are hired into the most
prominent jobs in the industry.
questions and answers
Head Golf Professional
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.
Assistant Golf Professional
employed at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility and spends at least 50% of the time working on golf
operations, instruction, business planning, club repair, and more.
Director of Golf
manages the total golf operation of a PGA Recognized Golf Facility, including the golf shop, golf
range, golf cart operations (if applicable), and the supervision of the head golf professional.
General Manager
directs the entire golf facility including golf operations, golf course maintenance, clubhouse
administration, food and beverage operation, and other recreational activities at the facility.
Director of Instruction
manages and supervises the total teaching program at a PGA Recognized Golf School or PGA
Recognized Facility.
Teaching Professional
employed at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility, a PGA Recognized Golf School, or a PGA Recognized
Indoor Facility as either a golf instructor or supervisor of golf instructors.
career ladder
linear path with movement from job to job Being direct upward promotion. the amount of
knowledge and experience required increases the higher up the ladder the professional
progresses. also, the number of jobs will decrease as you move up the ladder.
Career Lattice
Rather than moving upward to more senior positions it is a series of cross pivots and lateral
movements that may lead to senior positions. It is a less direct than a career ladder, but is
equally as valid.
, Challenges of PGA
Schedule- more than 40 hr weeks and work weekends
Continuing education- pga members are required to continue their professional education by
taking courses and attending seminars offered through the PGA's professional development
program
Playing golf well- pga pro must hone their game, which means putting more hours in at work.
Well rounded Professional
Work ethic and time management skills
Heavy work load
Well Rounded Professional
The following skills and abilities reflect what employers are looking for in golf professionals
today:
Leadership
Interpersonal skills
Ability to write and speak clearly
An understanding of relevant computer technology
Planning
Budgeting
Ability to grow revenues and control expenses
Time management
Efficiency
Organizing and motivating others
Managing detailed procedures and operations
About how long does it take to complete the entire program?
830 Hours
largest working sports organization in the world
PGA of America
The Benefits of PGA Membership
In addition to having advanced knowledge and skills necessary for a lifelong career in the golf
industry, PGA Members enjoy many rights and benefits. The rights of membership are
straightforward. Active members can vote, hold office, attend the PGA Annual Meeting, and use
The PGA's name, initials, and logo. PGA Professionals are considered leaders in the game and
business of golf—both by employers and the golfing public—and are hired into the most
prominent jobs in the industry.
