Golf students enjoy an annual trip to Florida, where they play on exceptional courses, hear from industry experts, and tour the Golf
Channel studio.
HOSPITALITY, TOURISM
AND RECREATION
HIGHLY COMPETITIVE PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates are prepared for a competitive
employment environment and are equipped
with the necessary competencies to achieve
employment in positions including, but not
limited to:
• pro shop manager
• tournament director
• golf equipment tech representative
FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS
Graduates of GLFO may be granted credit
toward degree studies at the following
institutions via articulation and transfer
agreements: Georgian College (ON), Davenport
University (US), Hartpury College - Associate
Faculty of the University of the West of England
(UK), Royal Roads University (BC) and University
of New Brunswick Saint John (NB).
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GOLF FACILITIES OPERATION
MANAGEMENT
CO-OP
GLFO
Students are prepared for exciting employment opportunities in the golf sector of the hospitality
industry. Theoretical concepts taught in the classroom are blended with practical learning
opportunities gained through exposure to various golf facilities in North America. Students are
exposed to all aspects of golf operations from turf care and maintenance to the operation of
retail outlets and golf event planning. Students also gain professional and entrepreneurial skills
for industry and self-employment, as well as real-life experience through participation in a work
term and extensive field trips to golf courses in Canada and the U.S.
ONTARIO COLLEGE DIPLOMA (CO-OP)
2 years (4 semesters)
STARTS SEPTEMBER: Barrie
Approximate annual fees: $7,958.86
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
OSSD or equivalent with
• Grade 12 English (C or U)
PLACEMENTS
1 co-op work term
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