PGA Pre Qualifying Questions with Answers 2022/2023

When was the PGA Professional Golf Management Program (PGA PGM) launched? - Answer - 1994. Revised in 2010. What does the PGM program emphasize an expertise in? - Answer - The people, the game, and the business Approximately how many people play the game at green-grass facilities? How many people participate in the game through media? - Answer - 25 million players v. 10 to 15 million spectators How much did the U.S. golf economy directly generate in 2005 in goods and services? - Answer - $76 Billion What was the total economic impact of the golf industry in 2005? - Answer - $195 Billion accounting for approximately 2 million full or part time jobs with person wage income of $61 Billion Is the PGA of America the world's largest working sports organization? - Answer - Yes it is What kind of business is the PGA of America classified as? - Answer - A non-for-profit What is the definition of a Head Pro according to the PGA of America? - Answer - A person who either owns and operates a golf shot at a PGA Recognized Golf Facility or supervises and directs the golf shop and instructional services at the facility. What is the definition of a Assistant Golf Pro according to the PGA of America? - Answer - A person who is 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. What is the definition of a Director of Golf according to the PGA of America? - Answer - A person who 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. What is the definition of a General Manager according to the PGA of America? - Answer - A person who directs the entire golf facility including golf operations, golf course maintenance, club house administration, food and beverage operation, and other recreational activities at the facility.