Overview
Offered at the Augusta Campus.
| Entrance Dates: |
Fall and Spring |
| Length of Program: |
Four Terms |
| Credit Hours Required for Graduation: |
60 |
Program Description: The Golf Course Management, Degree program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for varied careers in the golf industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes the combination of managerial theory and practical application necessary for successful employment in the three general industry fields of Golf Operations Management, Turfgrass Management, and Non-traditional Golf Outlet Operations. Program graduates receive a Golf Course Management degree which qualifies them as assistants in any of the three listed fields. High school graduation or GED is required for admission to this program.
Employment Opportunities: The Golf Course Management program is a sequence of courses that prepares the student for a career in the golf industry in turf management, pro shop management and sales, equipment representative, or equipment sales and/or servicing. The graduate may work at a golf course caring for the turf, working behind the counter in the pro shop or working at a retail outlet away from a course. The program is designed for the individual who wishes to work toward the position of golf course superintendent, assistant superintendent, head or assistant pro.
Guided Pathway
You may click on any course below to view the course description and prerequisite information.
Students who do not follow the Course Sequence listed below may not be able to complete the program in the number of semesters shown.
Augusta Day Program, Fall Entrance
PROGRAM NAME: Golf Course Management
AWARD: Associate of Applied Science Degree
CAMPUS: Augusta Day Program
Year 1 Fall Semester
| COLL 1060 | INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE AND COMPUTERS | 3 |
| GCMT 1105 | FUNDAMENTALS OF GOLF RULES, HISTORY AND CULTURE | 3 |
| HORT 1000 | HORTICULTURE SCIENCE | 3 |
| HORT 1420 | GOLF COURSE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, AND MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| MKTG 1100 | PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING | 3 |
Year 1 Spring Semester
Year 1 Summer Semester
Year 2 Fall Semester
| ENGL 1101 | COMPOSITION AND RHETORIC | 3 |
| GCMT 1130 | CART FLEET MANAGEMENT | 3 |
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| SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE AREA II* | 3 |
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| HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS AREA IV* | 3 |
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| GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVE* | 3 |
Augusta Day Program, Spring Entrance
PROGRAM NAME: Golf Course Management
AWARD: Associate of Applied Science Degree
CAMPUS: Augusta Day Program
Year 1 Spring Semester
Year 1 Summer Semester
Year 1 Fall Semester
Year 2 Spring Semester
| ENGL 1101 | COMPOSITION AND RHETORIC | 3 |
| GCMT 1125 | CLUB REPAIR/CLUB FITTING | 3 |
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| SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE AREA II* | 3 |
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| HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS AREA IV* | 3 |
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| GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVE* | 3 |