Why Golf?

Golf is a major industry--a $76-billion-a-year industry, according to PGA estimates, and with more than two million jobs from which to choose. The worldwide potential continues to expand for those who have the education to contribute to the business of golf in today's market.

In addition to the over 18,000 golf courses in the United States, there are thousands of golf-affiliated businesses, including golf manufacturers, teaching centers, hotels, resorts, and other golf related businesses that present unlimited opportunities for those with a golf management education.

The business of golf today is multi-faceted. The ability to obtain a career in the golf industry depends on one's ability to understand the golf business. Today's most successful golf professionals know the value of understanding the golf industry as a whole. Regardless of playing ability, to be successful in the golf business, you have to understand the business of golf.

Golf Academy of America prepares you for the business of golf

Golf Academy of America knows what it takes to be successful in the golf business. We understand that to insure our graduates are successful once they enter the job market, they must understand what it takes to contribute to the success and growth of the various components of the golf business. We design and update our curriculum continuously as the golf industry changes to insure our students get the most up-to-date, relevant education possible to prepare them. Through GolFutures, employment opportunities are continually made available exclusively to all Golf Academy alumni on an ongoing basis.

Today's golf employers are looking for golf-educated personnel

The golf industry is looking for golf-educated individuals who not only understand the game, but are versed in the different types of operating golf facilities and other related businesses in the golf industry. They are looking for people who understand the value of revenue generation, management, operations, and contributing to the growth and profitability of an entire facility or business. Golf facilities make up only a portion of the golf business; there are management companies, equipment manufacturers, tournament coordinators, travel companies, publishing organizations, golf associations, and many more that need golf-educated employees to help them to be successful. Golf Academy of America offers the education through its combined curriculum of business courses and golf skills to prepare you for a career in the golf industry.

Where do you want to go in your golf career?

For a comprehensive list of golf-related opportunities available, contact us by filling out our more info form. The business of golf provides limitless opportunities for individuals who seek a career in golf. The key to success is to be prepared. As the world's oldest and largest golf college of its kind...

...Golf Academy of America is your path to a golf career