According to worldgolf.com, the United States had more than 23,000 golf courses and golf clubs in 2009. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the number of job opportunities in the golf management field is expected to grow faster than the national average for all other jobs through 2016, so a career in golf management looks to be a promising choice for golf enthusiasts.
A career in golf management could be a good choice for the golf lover.
Function
Golf managers are responsible for the operations of a golf course. They are also involved in the teaching and coaching of the game.
Work Environment
Since golf is primarily an outdoor game, golf course managers will spend a great deal of time outside to supervise golf activities. They will also spend time in an office setting performing administrative tasks.
Skills
In addition to being proficient at the game of golf, golf course managers need to be able to manage and motivate people. They also need to be well-versed in areas such as marketing and should possess strong organizational skills.
Training
A golf manager should complete a PGA-accredited college golf management program, which can take up to five years to complete. A 16-month internship at a golf course is also beneficial.
Salary
According to salaryexpert.com, a typical golf manager's salary ranges from $68,000 to $82,000 as of 2009. Factors that influence salary include job location and level of experience.
About The Author
Chris Joseph is a freelance writer residing in Pennsylvania. He has written hundreds of articles for the Internet on a variety of topics, including several on golf for eHow.com. A golf fanatic, his goal is to someday make the cut at Augusta, but he'd settle for breaking 90 at the local Putt-Putt. Check out his weekly humor column "A Loon with a View" at www.chrisajoseph.com.
