Considering a career as a golf professional?
By gossipGuy on Jun 14, 2009 in Careers
You don’t have to be a scratch golfer to take advantage of all the opportunities in the world of golf. There are numerous golf course management schools that will prepare you for a rich career as a professional that cares and operates the actual course itself. If you’ve ever played, you’ll have a great appreciation for this aspect of the game.
As a golf professional you will have likely graduated from one of the very good professional golf management programs that are available today. With this type of certification you can almost write your own ticket into the dream job of your choice.
One of the often overlooked aspects of an education in professional golf has to do with the fact there are a number of accredited golf course management schools that will give you a real degree if you successfully attend them.
Would you have ever thought that the opportunity existed for you to go from a weekender that just hacked around at the driving range into a professional golfer? Whether you opt for instruction, the pro tour, or some level of golf course maintenance and care, you have open doors to moving your career forward within the industry of golf.
On Jul 10, 2009, Oren Gard said:
I recently enrolled in golf course management. So far, I love it. I’ll have to find out how big the demand is once I finish, but it’s great so far.
On Jul 10, 2009, Eugene Sevigny said:
It’s a great industry, and the demand is large. Golf is worldwide, and demand for management is gonna keep growing as long as people keep golfing. Keep going at it.
On Jul 10, 2009, Frank Waggoner said:
Getting the training definitely improved my game. Beforehand, I was getting nowhere. Now, I really feel like someday I can get on the pro level.
On Jul 10, 2009, Eli Crain said:
So it does work? It didn’t seem to me like going to school for golf would do anything. Sorta reminded me of the idea of clown college…but after reading all this, I think I’ll look into it. It seems legitimate.
On Jul 10, 2009, John Blake said:
I don’t know about this. Golf is about precision and talent. While school may improve your mechanics, it can’t give you the raw, genetic talent needed to be a well-known pro.
On Jul 10, 2009, Antonio Galbraith said:
John, golf isn’t like football. You can be 4-10 or 6-10 and still be a pro. Golf is ALL about mechanics, and with that comes precision. Besides, this couldn’t hurt. It’s most likely going to help. It seems like a good idea to me.