Georgian College

The program This program is designed to prepare you for employment in the golf sector of the hospitality industry. It blends theoretical concepts taught in the classroom with practical learning opportunities gained through exposure to various golf facilities in North America. The first year of the program is a general introduction to the elements necessary to work within this highly competitive sector. Topics include introduction to golf, history and rules, golf skills improvement, golf equipment, storage and repair and hospitality industry certifications. Industry-specific courses in second year – including Golf Operations, Policies and Procedures, Introduction to Golf Facilities and Issues and Trends in Golf Operations – will prepare you to enter the industry. Graduate career opportunities Opportunities for graduates are varied and may include: • Pro shop manager • Tournament director • Golf equipment tech representative Admission requirements OSSD or equivalent with • Grade 12 English (C or U) Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older) and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED and equivalency testing. For complete details refer to: GeorgianCollege.ca/admissions/policies-procedures/ Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited postsecondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission. Refer to the Credit Transfer Centre website for details: GeorgianCollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/ Graduation requirements Students are required to complete 18 mandatory courses • 2 communications courses • 3 general education courses to be chosen from the college list • 1 co-op work term Future study options Graduates of this program may be granted credit toward degree studies at institutions including Georgian College (Bachelor of Business - Golf Management), Davenport University (U.S.A.), Royal Roads University, University of New Brunswick, Saint John, Hartpury College University of West England (U.K.) and University of Ontario Institute of Technology. Changes to articulation opportunities occur on a regular basis. For the latest information, please visit GeorgianCollege.ca/articulations. Students are also advised to check with the articulating/transfer institution for current information before applying to a program. Start: September Location: Barrie Length: 2 years (4 semesters) Practical experience: 1 co-op work term Credential: Ontario College Diploma, Co-op Articulation: Yes Apply to: ontariocolleges.ca (Code/Major: GLFO) Contact: 705.728.1968, ext. 1238 Approximate first-year costs (based on previous year – subject to change): Tuition fees: $5,845.62 Student fees: $ 870.22 Program fees: $200 Co-op fees/term: $195 One-time fee: $112.46 Books: Costs vary by program; please check with co-ordinator GOLF FACILITIES OPERATION MANAGEMENT (CO-OP) GLFO Communications courses To be chosen at time of registration Mandatory courses may include Accounting Fundamentals Computer Applications Advanced Computer Applications Introduction to Golf, History and Rules Golf Equipment, Storage and Repair Golf Skills Improvement Industry Relationships Turf, Renovation, Construction Fundamentals of Golf Swing Golf Operations, Policies and Procedures Introduction to Golf Facilities Issues and Trends in Golf Operations Corporate Golf Event Planning Introduction to Marketing Professional Customer Service Hospitality Industry Certifications Introduction to Hospitality Services Supervision in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry HOSPITALITY, TOURISM AND RECREATION 115 GeorgianCollege.ca

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