Introduction to the PGA Professional Golf Management Program
Do you have to complete the PAT to be accepted into a PGA program?
No, you can pass it while in the program.
Associates have to have a qualifying score
Name the Five W's
What - Is the form of play
What - Happened
Who - is involved
When - did this occur
Where - did this occur
Why- did this occur
What year was the PGA officially founded?
April 10, 1916
Who was the first woman President of the PGA?
Suzy Whaley
After completing Level 1 seminars should you add that to your resume?
Yes!
Is working in the golf industry something that allows you to work in a normal environment (hours)?
No, we have a nontraditional schedule in the industry.
-Member Guest
-Member Member
-Charity Tournaments (Veterans Day)
Can you play out of turn to help pace of play? Rather than using traditional honors?
Yes, pace of play is very important.
How many sections and districts?
41 sections and 14 districts
(Dozen) 14 is closer than 41
Having at least nine holes is a requirement of a PGA Recognized Golf Course.
What distance must it be to count?
Yes (1,000) for 9 holes
(1,500) for 18 holes
What should be highlighted in an effective cover letter?
Your Experience and Skills
What are some challenges you face as a golf professional?
-Work on holidays
-Hours (40+)
-Continued education
-Ability to play
Defined terms are in identified by what font?
Italicized
Officers can be elected for ____ year term
two
List the 3 officers and descriptions of their position
The President presides over Association meetings and the Board of Directors and represents the Association among members and the public.
• The Vice President is primarily responsible for financial affairs, including submitting an annual financial report and reviewing all financial matters.
• The Secretary is primarily responsible for membership matters. The Secretary maintains correspondence and documents and ensures that the minutes of Association meetings are kept and distributed.
Explain the three types of resumes
Chronological-Continuity
Functional -skill based
Combination-both put together
List four skills that make you a well rounded professional that would be employable
1. Leadership
2. Planning
3. Budgeting
4. Time Management
Where can you start your search if you have no clue where to find something?
Table of Content, Glossary
PGA Secretary
Northeast
Southeast
Midwest
West
If you have this on your background check you will not get membership?
Felony
What is the appropriate length of a cover letter?
1 page
How many years do you have to complete this program?
A player's ball lies in a bunker that is completley covered in temporary water. In some places, the water is several inches deep. What is the ruling?
Rule 16.1 (C)
If there is no nearest point of complete relief in the bunker, the player may take relief by using the point of maximum relief in the bunker as the reference point for the relief area.
Who can register a Code of Ethics complaint in the PGA Section
Any person
Describe what makes a property PGA Recognized Facility
All PGA Recognized Golf Facilities shall be fully equipped to teach golf and demonstrate the use of all types of golf equipment and, with the exception of PGA Recognized Golf Ranges, shall include a golf shop adequate for the display and sale of golf equipment and apparel. The Section in which the golf facility is located shall be responsible for verifying that a golf facility meets the standards established by the Association.
Should you research the facility and if you know the interviewer learn something about them?
Yes, the more knowledge you have going into the interview the more you can impress the interviewer.