Golf Management Course

HNC Golf Management

Attendance ~ FT Duration ~ 1yr Start Date ~ Sept SCQF ~ 7

The Course
The course is designed for people who want to pursue a career in management within the
golf industry.

Entry Requirements
Applicants should have 2 Highers at C or above or a National Certificate in a relevant
subject. Ideally, candidates will have a National Certificate in Golf Studies, Sport and
Leisure or Greenkeeping. Applicants with a mature attitude seeking a change in career are
welcome and will be assessed on an individual basis.

Areas of Study
Information Technology
Introduction to Marketing
Introduction to Financial Accounting
History and Development of Golf
Introduction to Golf Course Management
Golf Facility Operations
Managing People in Organisations

Course Delivery
The course is delivered over 3 twelve-week blocks.

Progression and Job Opportunities
On successful completion, students can progress to the HND Golf Management or enter
employment within the golf industry at a managerial level with the appropriate levels of
experience. 

HND Golf Management

Attendance ~ FT/PT Duration ~ 1 or 2yrs Start Date ~ Sept SCQF ~ 8

The Course
The course is designed for people who want to pursue a career in management within the
golf industry.

Entry Requirements
Potential students should have completed a HNC Golf Management qualification.

Areas of Study
Marketing Research
Human Resource Management Practice
Using Financial Accounting Software
The Golf Industry
Golf Facility Development
Golf Culture: Policy and Strategy
Golf Tourism

Course Delivery
The course is delivered over 3 twelve-week blocks.

Progression and Job Opportunities
On successful completion, students may be able to progress to year 3 of the BA Golf
Management at UHI Dornoch. Employment opportunities exist within the golf industry at a
managerial level, with the appropriate levels of experience.

PDA Golf Management

Attendance ~ FT/PT Duration ~ 1 or 2yrs Start Date ~ Sept SCQF ~ 4/5

The Course
The course is designed for people who wish to take up managerial positions within the golf
industry.

Entry Requirements
Potential students should have successfully achieved a National Certificate in
Greenkeeping or another related qualification or have relevant industrial experience.

Areas of Study
Golf Operations
Customer Care
History and Development of Golf
Golf Facility Development
Introduction to Golf Course Courses

Course Delivery
The course is delivered over 3 twelve-week blocks.

Progression and Job Opportunities
On successful completion, students can move onto the HND Golf Management or enter
employment with the golf industry at a managerial level, with the appropriate levels of
experience.