PGA PGM 3.0 Qualifying Quiz Rated A+

PGA PGM 3.0 Qualifying Quiz Rated A+ What year was the PGA PGM start? Ans- 1994 When was the PGA PGM Revised? Ans- 2018 The U.S. economy directly generated approximately $________ of goods and services. Ans- 84 billion There are about _________ pga members. Ans- 29,000 Head Professional Ans- The head golf professional 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. Assistant Golf Professional Ans- An assistant golf professional 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. Director of Golf Ans- The director of golf 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. General Manger Ans- A general manager directs the entire golf facility including golf operations, golf course maintenance, clubhouse administration, food and beverage operation, and other recreational activities at the facility. It takes approximately ______ hours to complete the entire program Ans- 830 What are the qualification to eligible to enter the pga pgm program? Ans- Satisfy the PAT, pass the qtest, complete pga background, and be employed by a recognized pga golf facility. Three career paths: Ans- 1. Golf Operations 2. Teaching and Coaching 3. Executive management What are the benefits of being a PGA member? Ans- 1. Vote 2. Hold office 3. Attend annual meeting 4. Use PGA's name, initials and logo 5. Retirement plans and insurance What courses are there in level 1? Ans- 1. Golf cart fleet management 2. Customer relations 3. Intro to teaching 4. Business planning 5. Tournament operations What courses are there in level 2? Ans- 1. Turf grass management 2. Golf operations 3. Intermediate teaching 4. Merchandising and inventory management What courses are there in level 3? Ans- 1. Food and beverage 2. Human Resources 3. Advance teaching 4. Player development program 5. Career enhancements Who was the first to be recognized as a golf professional? Ans- Allan Robertson in 1842. Official founding of the PGA of America? Ans- April 10, 1916 Founder of the PGA? Ans- Rodman Wanamaker Original objectives for the PGA? Ans- 1. Promote interest in the game of golf 2. Elevate standards as golf as a profession 3. Protect mutual interest of the Association and its members Help unemployed members get jobs 4. Est. relief funds How many PGA Members are there? Ans- 29,000 When was the first PGA Championship? Ans- October 1916 Why is the PGA trophy named after Rodman Wanamaker? Ans- He donated a purse of $2,580 When did the Ryder Cup begin? Ans- 1927 PGA 40th anniversary how many members and section were there? Ans- 4000 members and 31 sections PGA Tour started in what year? Ans- 1968 and in 75 was named the tour. What year did PGA move their headquarters to Palm Beach Gardens, FL? Ans- 1981 What do the first 5 Articles cover in the constitution? Ans- 1. Names and Purposes 2. Membership 3. Organization 4. Meetings 5. PGA Tour Who make up the officers? Ans- 1. President 2. Vice President 3. Secretary Between what years did the PGA have a "Caucasion-only" clause? Ans- When was the door open to females to join? Ans- 1978 When did the slow motion swing film become available? Ans- 1930 When did the "golf business school start?" Ans- 1955 What is requirements for a pga course? Ans- 1. at least 9 holes 2. Hole length of at least 60 yards 3. 1,000 yards for 9 holes 4. 1500 years for 18 holes 5. 14 acres in total course ara What is requirements for a pga driving range? Ans- 1. at least 15 tees 2. parking lot per tee 3. 150 feet wide and 600 feet dee