Learn from the pros – winners from the world of golf who are keen to share their knowledge and love of the game to educate and inspire you. Humber’s Business Administration – Professional Golf Management advanced diploma program is taught by recognized industry professionals such as Bob Beauchemin, former Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) touring professional, Canadian Tour Commissioner and National Post top 50 golf instructor in Canada. As you interact with the movers and shakers of the sport, you’ll gain a better understanding of the trends and opportunities in the golf business. With 90 per cent of the focus on the business of golf and the remaining 10 per cent on the game, the program features courses on marketing and finance; turf, bar and restaurant management; accounting; human resources; selling; retail management; course design, sport psychology and more. Our advisory committee provides regular review and input of our curriculum ensuring our program is always on the cutting edge of industry developments.

Canada’s fast-growing and lucrative golf industry generates billions of dollars per year, and Humber’s Business Administration – Professional Golf Management will get you on course for a promising career. Your deep understanding of both the sport and the business side of the game will make you an asset among employers who are seeking talented professional golf managers. Choose from a variety of management opportunities: manage a course, pro shop or facility; direct a tournament or special event; become a teaching professional or be a retail sales agent or manager with a golf equipment and apparel manufacturer. Professional Accreditation, Endorsement and Recognition This program meets the minimum three-year diploma requirement for the formal business component of the PGA of Canada Candidate for Membership program. Our Industry Partnerships Humber’s Professional Golf Management program is proud of its partnership with BraeBen Golf Club and Mississauga Dome – the provider of off-season playing privileges for Humber golf students. Employers of this program include the more than 800 Ontario golf facilities. Our Facilities More than $100,000 has been invested in The Business School’s on-campus golf lab and player development program. These lab facilities help prepare students in the Professional Golf Management program to pass the Professional Golfers’ Association of Canada (PGA of Canada) Playing Ability Test (PAT). Work Placement Students complete two paid internships combining classroom study with practical work experience. Each lasts eight to 24 weeks and takes place from April to October, following semester two and semester four. Students will be required to record the completion of specified golf industry tasks, duties and skills in an internship journal. Students are responsible for finding their own placement; however, Humber is actively involved in the golf industry and hosts a job fair each December to assist students in securing their placement.