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Originally Posted by geoffgolfgeek   hi to everyone. i wonder if i can pursue a career in golf architecture in australia. i check google, not much help. do i have to leave the country? go to america? sounds like i have to do landscape 1st, not so keen, can i skip that? |
I cannot speak for Australia, but in the US, there are several colleges that offer Golf Management as a major. My cousin did this through Penn State University. You learn everything...how to teach, how to manage, how to maintain the course, and even how to build a course. He has told me many times that he was amazed at how much detail this program went into. If you want more info...
Penn State Professional Golf Management
Now, there are certain "playing" requirements too. You must have a 12 or less USGA handicap.
You will also practice and train to pass the P.A.T. and get your PGA Teaching Card.
This "major" is the real deal. Before graduation, he had several offers from course to come work there as an assistant pro. He is now teaching at a practice range and puts together learn & play tours around the country. He is really trying to make it to the Nationwide tour.
Also, its pretty competitive. My cousin was 2nd in his class GPA wise. It's pretty selective. However, if this is something you dream of, then grab it and go for it!
I am a Penn State grad. LOVE the school.
Good luck to you!