PGA PGM Associate Qualifying 3.0
Exam
A caddie standing directly behind the ball while the player is making a stroke is a breach
of player conduct. - True
A course must employ at least three persons to qualify for designation as a PGA
Recognized Golf Course. - False
A golf course Superintendent can qualify for active membership. - True
A list of references should be included at the end of the resume. - True
According to the Career Enhancement Manual, which of the following is good advice for
preparing a resume? - Write the resume yourself
All PGA members have the right to attend the annual meeting of the Association as an
observer. - False
An Assistant Golf Professional refers to someone who is primarily employed at a PGA
Recognized Golf Facility and spends at least 25 percent of their time working in any
combination of club repair, merchandising, handicapping, inventory, or tournament
operations. - False
An individual who is employed part-time as an Assistant Golf Professional under the
supervision of the Director of Golf at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility is eligible for
registration in the PGA Professional Golf Management Program. - False
Associates are classified as "honorary members" of the Association until they
successfully complete the PGM program. - False
Associates may have a secondary affiliation with a Section in which they officially reside
in cases where this Section is different from their Section of principal employment. -
True
Cover letters need to contain clear and positive statements for each specific job
application. - True
Delegates to the Annual Meeting have the power to amend the Constitution. - True
Eligible employment in an active classification is one requirement for remaining a
registered Associate. - True
, From where is an employer most likely to form her first impression of a job applicant? -
Cover Letter
Generally speaking, what is the most appropriate dress for an interview? - Conservative
Helping deserving members find employment was an original Association objective. -
True
How are definitions identified throughout the Rules book? - Italicized
If a member is affiliated with more than one Section, they may exercise their rights in
only one of them. Which one? - Section of primary employment
In which USGA official publication will you find guidelines for model local rules? - The
Player's Edition of the Rules of Golf
It is an ethical practice to write your own letter of reference and have your reference
person review, edit, and sign it. - False
One benefit of a career as a golf professional is that normal work environments and
schedules will provide sufficient playing time to stay on top of their game. - False
One of the requirements for election to PGA Membership is to achieve a target score in
a 54-hole Playing Ability Test. - False (36)
Sara's resume should include the PGA professional seminars she has taken in the last
year. - True
The ability to manage detailed procedures and operations is one of the attributes
employers are looking for in golf professionals today. - True
The acceptable progress policy for the PGM Program identifies a maximum of eight
years from the Level 1 start date to election to membership. - True
The Board of Control is responsible for modifying regulations. - False
The Committee may disqualify a player for serious misconduct. - True
The cover letter should state when you would be available to start employment? - False
The current Ryder Cup format is a match between a team of golf professionals from the
USA and a team from where else? - Europe
The PGA TOUR Tournament Policy Board elects the Independent Directors. - False
The President of the PGA serves as Chairperson of the Board of Directors. - True
Exam
A caddie standing directly behind the ball while the player is making a stroke is a breach
of player conduct. - True
A course must employ at least three persons to qualify for designation as a PGA
Recognized Golf Course. - False
A golf course Superintendent can qualify for active membership. - True
A list of references should be included at the end of the resume. - True
According to the Career Enhancement Manual, which of the following is good advice for
preparing a resume? - Write the resume yourself
All PGA members have the right to attend the annual meeting of the Association as an
observer. - False
An Assistant Golf Professional refers to someone who is primarily employed at a PGA
Recognized Golf Facility and spends at least 25 percent of their time working in any
combination of club repair, merchandising, handicapping, inventory, or tournament
operations. - False
An individual who is employed part-time as an Assistant Golf Professional under the
supervision of the Director of Golf at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility is eligible for
registration in the PGA Professional Golf Management Program. - False
Associates are classified as "honorary members" of the Association until they
successfully complete the PGM program. - False
Associates may have a secondary affiliation with a Section in which they officially reside
in cases where this Section is different from their Section of principal employment. -
True
Cover letters need to contain clear and positive statements for each specific job
application. - True
Delegates to the Annual Meeting have the power to amend the Constitution. - True
Eligible employment in an active classification is one requirement for remaining a
registered Associate. - True
, From where is an employer most likely to form her first impression of a job applicant? -
Cover Letter
Generally speaking, what is the most appropriate dress for an interview? - Conservative
Helping deserving members find employment was an original Association objective. -
True
How are definitions identified throughout the Rules book? - Italicized
If a member is affiliated with more than one Section, they may exercise their rights in
only one of them. Which one? - Section of primary employment
In which USGA official publication will you find guidelines for model local rules? - The
Player's Edition of the Rules of Golf
It is an ethical practice to write your own letter of reference and have your reference
person review, edit, and sign it. - False
One benefit of a career as a golf professional is that normal work environments and
schedules will provide sufficient playing time to stay on top of their game. - False
One of the requirements for election to PGA Membership is to achieve a target score in
a 54-hole Playing Ability Test. - False (36)
Sara's resume should include the PGA professional seminars she has taken in the last
year. - True
The ability to manage detailed procedures and operations is one of the attributes
employers are looking for in golf professionals today. - True
The acceptable progress policy for the PGM Program identifies a maximum of eight
years from the Level 1 start date to election to membership. - True
The Board of Control is responsible for modifying regulations. - False
The Committee may disqualify a player for serious misconduct. - True
The cover letter should state when you would be available to start employment? - False
The current Ryder Cup format is a match between a team of golf professionals from the
USA and a team from where else? - Europe
The PGA TOUR Tournament Policy Board elects the Independent Directors. - False
The President of the PGA serves as Chairperson of the Board of Directors. - True
