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THE PGA
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We ouline the function of the Professional Golfers’ Association and how they work alongside the GCMA
What does the PGA do? The PGA is a members’ organisation aiming to improve the golfing experience and raise standards for hundreds and thousands of golfers across the world of all ages, ability and gender. They do this by educating and training PGA professionals and placing them in the ‘heart of golf’, whether that be at clubs in new territories internationally or at home here in the UK. These individuals perform more than 50 roles, including coaching, retailing and golf management in up to 70 countries. The PGA strive to promote and grow golf through a number of initiatives
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and continue to form longlasting relationships with other organisations and businesses. How does the PGA work with the GCMA? The PGA work with the GCMA as part of the Golf Club Management Partnership, which improves communication and understanding between the partners and their members to achieve strong working relationships. The GCMA, PGA and BIGGA have combined forces to create the ASQ Level 5 Diploma in Golf Club Management. The PGA also deliver sessions on training courses presented by the GCMA. The content of the PGA’s
Visit the PGA’s website pga.info for more information. You can also get in touch by phone – call 01675 470 333.
delivery is around the role of the PGA professional, utilising his or her’s training/education, skills and competencies to drive revenues and the importance of resourcing the role to enable the professional to perform. How would the PGA like to work with clubs? The PGA are committed to working with golf clubs to provide information, support and advice around the role of the PGA professional and the relationships that exist between professionals and clubs.They work to provide clarity around the education, continued development, skills and competencies of members and communicate using industry data and case studies the benefits associated with clubs retaining the right PGA Professional.The PGA are keen to support the recruitment process of professionals in terms of identifying roles and responsibilities, advising on terms and conditions and demonstrating levels and mechanisms of remuneration that will empower a PGA professional to deliver optimum services and support. The association also advertises employment opportunities in the UK and internationally through various platforms.
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