PGA Golf Management Courses

PGM 1170, 2170, 3270 INTERNSHIP (1)
formerly PGM 1700, 2700, 3700
Experiential learning in all aspects of golf management acquired through a 12-week internship. Supervision and evaluation conducted by the internship director and on-site PGA Professional. Written evaluations required at the completion of internships. Placement determined by the internship director and student. Students are required to maintain good academic standing to be eligible to participate in an internship for credit. Housing and health insurance are not the responsibility of the University.
Prerequisite for PGM 1170: PGM 1010
Prerequisite for PGM 2170: PGM 1170
Prerequisite for PGM 3270: PGM 2170

PGM 1910 FIRST YEAR SEMINAR (0.5)
formerly PGM 1950
Supervised participation in formal seminars taught jointly by university instructors, PGA officials and CEOs of leading businesses.
Pass/Fail grading scale

PGM 1920, 2910, 2920, 3910, 3920, 4910, 4920 SEMINAR (0.5)
formerly PGM 1960, 2950, 2960, 3950, 3960, 4950, 4960
Supervised participation in formal seminars taught jointly by university instructors, PGA officials and CEOs of leading businesses.
Pass/Fail grading scale

PGM 1010 INTRODUCTION TO GOLF MANAGEMENT I (3)
formerly PGM 2010
An overview of opportunities and responsibilities in the golf profession and PGA Program design; PGA history, purpose, and constitution; history of the game; USGA Rules of Golf and Tournament Operations. Open to PGA Golf Management students only. Co-requisite/prerequisite for all PGA Golf Management courses.
Offered: fall

PGM 1120 FACILITY MANAGEMENT I (3)
formerly PGM 3040
An introduction to the overall management of the golf business. Golf management principles, marketing a golf facility, and accounting principles. Other topics include the importance of, and steps involved in business planning, financial forecasting, and budgeting. This class will also focus on golf car fleet management. Required for sophomores.
Prerequisite: PGM 1010 or permission of the department chair/school head/college dean
Offered: spring

PGM 2110 TEACHING & COACHING I (3)
formerly PGM 2020
An overview of teaching and club performance, professional terminology, and customer relations. Open to PGA Golf Management students only.
Prerequisite: PGM 1010 and PGM 1120. Co-requisite/prerequisite for all PGA Golf Management courses
Offered: fall

PGM 2120 RULES OF GOLF AND GOLF TECHNOLOGY (3)
An in-depth study of the USGA Rules of Golf – Some of the topics include: the Rules of Golf, Interpretations that provide guidance in the understanding of terminology and the application of Rules. Golf Technology – A science-based system of instruction will be presented. Different technologies and media used to communicate golf swing data will be discussed. Various instructional methods will be examined with Proper techniques for measuring golf club specifications, how to customize specifications and set make-up, and how to dynamically fit a complete golf club set – woods, irons, wedges, and putters.
Offered: spring

PGM 3020 TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (3)
This class is an introduction to turf grasses and sustainable environmental maintenance procedures necessary for meeting modern golf course playability standards. The focus is communicating with golf course superintendents and the customers about regular practices. Lectures and laboratory classes study basic plant physiology, turf grass identification, cultural practices, fertility requirements, integrated pest management strategy and environmental concerns related to effective golf course management. Human resource, financial, and governmental issues are also discussed.
Offered: spring

PGM 3210 FACILITY MANAGEMENT II (3)
formerly PGM 4020
An in-depth study of merchandise and inventory management in the golf business. Students will learn how to develop an Open-To-Buy plan, a merchandise assortment plan, and select the criteria for merchandise selection. This course is a comprehensive study of golf retail management to include buying strategies, record keeping, financial reporting, vendor relations, visual merchandising, pricing, planning promotions, and analyzing performance variances. Laboratory components may include previewing, buying and tracking sell through of product for actual golf shops associated with the PGA Program.
Prerequisites: PGM 1010 and 1120, PGM 2110 or permission of the department chair/school head/college dean
Offered: fall

PGM 3220 TEACHING & COACHING II (3)
formerly PGM 3010
The course is designed for students to develop a further understanding of instruction, club alteration, fitness, and psychological factors as they directly relate to playing and teaching the game of golf. Students will learn to assess themselves and others to form a plan to improve the areas named above. Furthermore, in the class students will participate in creating instructional programs, club fitting, psychological assessments, and fitness workouts.
Prerequisite: PGM 1120 or permission of the department chair/college dean
Offered: spring

PGM 3360 INTERNATIONAL GOLF AND BUSINESS TRAVEL EXPERIENCE (1-3)
An American golf business is a dynamic process that brings together people, consumers, technology, natural resources, and human initiative in a constantly changing and competitive environment. To understand the framework in which a golf business operates, students will travel for an exploration and learning opportunity from the business. (OR) An exploration of globalization and the cultural, economic, political, and legal environments of international business, including an overview of risks, challenges, and opportunities of competing in the global marketplace. This course requires travel and research on the ground in another country. These courses will require research and class time at an off-site location as selected by the professor of record. An additional fee will apply to cover the costs of travel and lodging. Travel to student conferences and conventions is prohibited as part of this course. The course may be repeated for up to 9 hours of credit (as a study abroad course or Global Perspective).
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or permission of the department chair/school head/college dean

PGM 4310 TEACHING & COACHING III (3)
formerly PGM 4010
The sciences applied to the golf swing, causes and effects; laws, principles, and preferences of a model swing; professional terminology for golf teachers; comparisons of teaching styles; the role of club fitting in relation to equipment and game improvement; private and group lessons; the psychology of playing and course management; and nutrition and fitness in golf today.
Prerequisite: PGM 3220 or permission of the department chair/school head/college dean
Offered: fall

PGM 4320 FACILITY MANAGEMENT III (3)
formerly PGM 4850
In-depth study of a specific area of the golf industry as it relates to the golf professional and preparation for player development and the teaching business. Provides PGA students with knowledge, theory, and application of concepts in golf operations specific to: supervising and delegating, food and beverage control, golf car fleet management, golf operations, turf grass, business planning, career enhancement, and merchandise and inventory management.
Prerequisite: PGM 1170, 2170, and 3270, or permission of the program director
Offered: spring, fall as needed

PGM 4370 INTERNSHIP (12)
formerly PGM 4700
A five to seven-month internship when a student is within 12 credit hours of completing all academic requirements. It is the final work experience that blends all classroom academic learning with the everyday practical application of the golf business. Housing and health insurance are not the responsibility of the University.
Prerequisite: PGM 1170, 2170, and 3270
Offered: spring and fall
Pass/Fail grading scale

PGM 4790 SPECIAL TOPICS IN PGA GOLF MANAGEMENT (1-3)
This course is designed to provide a platform for PGA faculty to teach a class that addresses a timely issue in golf or to try out potential new course ideas.
Offered: as needed

PGM 4990 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN GOLF MANAGEMENT (1-3)
An opportunity for well-qualified PGA Golf Management students to engage in a special research project.
Prerequisite: approval by the faculty advisor, the supervising professor, the department chair, the school head, and the college dean before approval by the Provost. Credits to be determined.