PGA PGM Qualifying Test Study Guide 2023/2024

PGA PGM Qualifying Test Study Guide In what year was the PGA PGM program launched? - ANSWER 1994 In the US how many people does Golf attract each year? - ANSWER 40 Million participants 25 Million Play the Game 10-15 Million participate through the media or Tournament spectating In 2005 the U.S. golf economy directly generated - ANSWER $76 billion of goods and services Golf had a total economic impact of - ANSWER $195 billion, accounting for approximately 2 million full- or part-time jobs and personal wage income of $61 billion How many PGA Professionals are key players in the golf industry? - ANSWER 27,000 men and women contribute to the game and the business of golf Head Golf Professional - ANSWER Owns and operates a golf shop at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility or supervises and directs the golf shop and instructional services at the facility. Assistant Golf Professional - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER Manages the total golf operation of a PGA Recognized Golf Facility, including the golf shop, golf range, golf car operations (if applicable), and the supervision of the head golf professional.