PGA PGM QUALIFYING LEVEL TEST & FINAL EXAM LATEST
VERSION UPDATED AND REVISED IN 2025
What is a job descriptor that best corresponds to the Head Golf
Professional's responsibilities? - ANSWER ->Either owns and
operates the golf shop at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility or
supervises and directs the golf shop and instructional services
at the facility
True or False: The job responsibilities of an Assistant Golf
Professional include managing the total golf operation of a PGA
Recognized Golf Facility - ANSWER ->FALSE
What are the job responsibilities of a Director of Instruction? -
ANSWER ->Manages and Supervises the total teaching program
What is the job descriptor that best describes the
responsibilities of a General manager? - ANSWER ->Directs the
entire golf facility including golf operations, golf course
maintenance, clubhouse administration., and Food & Beverage
Which of the following describes the job responsibilities of a
Director of Golf? - ANSWER ->Manages and supervises the total
golf operation
True or False: A Teaching Professional is employed as either a
golf instructor or supervisor of golf instructors at a PGA
,Recognized Golf Facility, Golf School or Indoor Facility. -
ANSWER ->TRUE
True or False: The ability to manage detailed procedures and
operations is one of the attributes employers are looking for in
golf professionals today. - ANSWER ->TRUE
What are skills and abilities golf facilities are looking for in a
well-rounded professional? - ANSWER ->Ability to write and
speak clearly, budgeting, ability to grow revenues and control
expenditures, an understanding or relevant computer
technology.
Current challenges PGA Members face working in the golf
industry? - ANSWER ->Work more that 40 hours/week, work on
days when others often enjoy recreational activities, must
continue their professional education by taking courses and
attending seminars.
True or False: One benefit of a career as a golf professional is
normal work environments and schedules provide sufficient
time to play and practice. - ANSWER ->FALSE
What are the requirements for PGA Students to be eligible for
election to the PGA Membership? - ANSWER ->Graduation from
the University, Complete all PGA PGM Program Requirements,
Complete a Background Check, Documentation of Eligible
employment.
, True or False: Completing a series of internships at PGA
Recognized Golf Facilities is a requirements of students enrolled
in an accredited PGA Golf Management University Program. -
ANSWER ->TRUE
True or False: PGA Students must satisfy the PGA PAT
requirement to enroll in the Qualifying Level at a PGA Golf
Management University. - ANSWER ->FALSE
True or False: The purpose of the Work Experience Portfolio is
to apply what you have learned in the courses to on-the-job
situations and tasks. - ANSWER ->TRUE
True of False: Work Experience Activities can be accomplished
concurrently as part of a students courses on campus as well as
during internships. - ANSWER ->TRUE
True of False: Work Experience activities can be accomplished
concurrently as part of normal work or internship
responsibilities. - ANSWER ->TRUE
True or False: Associates and PGM Students should
demonstrate critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving
skills when completing work experience activities. - ANSWER -
>TRUE
Who is responsible for identifying the events necessary for
completing the work experience activities? - ANSWER ->You,
the PGA Student and University Facilty
VERSION UPDATED AND REVISED IN 2025
What is a job descriptor that best corresponds to the Head Golf
Professional's responsibilities? - ANSWER ->Either owns and
operates the golf shop at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility or
supervises and directs the golf shop and instructional services
at the facility
True or False: The job responsibilities of an Assistant Golf
Professional include managing the total golf operation of a PGA
Recognized Golf Facility - ANSWER ->FALSE
What are the job responsibilities of a Director of Instruction? -
ANSWER ->Manages and Supervises the total teaching program
What is the job descriptor that best describes the
responsibilities of a General manager? - ANSWER ->Directs the
entire golf facility including golf operations, golf course
maintenance, clubhouse administration., and Food & Beverage
Which of the following describes the job responsibilities of a
Director of Golf? - ANSWER ->Manages and supervises the total
golf operation
True or False: A Teaching Professional is employed as either a
golf instructor or supervisor of golf instructors at a PGA
,Recognized Golf Facility, Golf School or Indoor Facility. -
ANSWER ->TRUE
True or False: The ability to manage detailed procedures and
operations is one of the attributes employers are looking for in
golf professionals today. - ANSWER ->TRUE
What are skills and abilities golf facilities are looking for in a
well-rounded professional? - ANSWER ->Ability to write and
speak clearly, budgeting, ability to grow revenues and control
expenditures, an understanding or relevant computer
technology.
Current challenges PGA Members face working in the golf
industry? - ANSWER ->Work more that 40 hours/week, work on
days when others often enjoy recreational activities, must
continue their professional education by taking courses and
attending seminars.
True or False: One benefit of a career as a golf professional is
normal work environments and schedules provide sufficient
time to play and practice. - ANSWER ->FALSE
What are the requirements for PGA Students to be eligible for
election to the PGA Membership? - ANSWER ->Graduation from
the University, Complete all PGA PGM Program Requirements,
Complete a Background Check, Documentation of Eligible
employment.
, True or False: Completing a series of internships at PGA
Recognized Golf Facilities is a requirements of students enrolled
in an accredited PGA Golf Management University Program. -
ANSWER ->TRUE
True or False: PGA Students must satisfy the PGA PAT
requirement to enroll in the Qualifying Level at a PGA Golf
Management University. - ANSWER ->FALSE
True or False: The purpose of the Work Experience Portfolio is
to apply what you have learned in the courses to on-the-job
situations and tasks. - ANSWER ->TRUE
True of False: Work Experience Activities can be accomplished
concurrently as part of a students courses on campus as well as
during internships. - ANSWER ->TRUE
True of False: Work Experience activities can be accomplished
concurrently as part of normal work or internship
responsibilities. - ANSWER ->TRUE
True or False: Associates and PGM Students should
demonstrate critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving
skills when completing work experience activities. - ANSWER -
>TRUE
Who is responsible for identifying the events necessary for
completing the work experience activities? - ANSWER ->You,
the PGA Student and University Facilty
