STUDY FROM ANYWHERE WITH PGA IGI ’ S E-LEARNING PROGRAMS
Students across Australia can now study from the comfort of their own home and in their own time , through the PGA IGI ’ s flexible e-learning platform , The Fairway , thereby improving work-study-life balance .
“ The benefits of online training and education are numerous and with enhanced accessibility , students who were unable to study the Diploma of Golf Management at the PGA-IGI Gold Coast campus can now access the same high-quality program from anywhere in Australia ,” explained Geoff Stewart , General Manager - Education for the PGA of Australia ( PGA ).
The Diploma of Golf Management ( E-Learning ) joins the Advanced Club Management Program as the two industry focused qualifications that are delivered each year by the PGA IGI through online study .
“ These two online study programs offer a great platform for professional development and staff training ,” said Stewart .
“ Each program has benefits to suit an individual ’ s needs , whether they are a PGA Professional , GMA Member , or just an individual wanting to gain greater industry based knowledge .”
PROGRAMS TO SUIT YOU
With two programs offered through online study by the PGA IGI , individuals can find the program to best suit their needs and skills set .
The Diploma of Golf Management ( E-Learning ) focuses on the business , management and administration for the golf industry . It is a study program for individuals looking to broaden and further enhance the knowledge of all areas of golf . This is ideal for those working in the golf industry , or those looking to gain knowledge and skill set to begin a career in golf .
The Advanced Club Management Program ( incorporating BSB61015 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management ) looks specifically into the skill sets and knowledge required by managers within the golf and club industry today . It is ideal for General Managers looking to quantify their skill sets , or those looking to enhance their knowledge to move in to a managerial role .
FLEXIBLE E-LEARNING
The PGA IGI ’ s e-learning programs offer flexibility for students . This allows you to study at times that best suit you , around work , family and life requirements .
“ The PGA of Australia ’ s e-learning platform , The Fairway , has been in successful operation since 2011 , and in that time hundreds of students have completed nationally recognised qualifications fully-online via the PGA and the PGA-IGI ,” Stewart added .
The Fairway provides students with a learning hub throughout their two year study period . To support the online completion of training and education modules , student support is provided via PGA IGI professional trainers , webinars and online forums .
HOW TO APPLY
Students of the program can apply at suitable times that best suit their needs , with rolling monthly intakes .
Intakes dates each year for the PGA IGI ’ s e-learning programs are :
• Monthly intakes
• February to December
Program prospectus and application forms are available online at the PGA IGI Website
For further information about the PGA IGI ’ s E-Learning Programs , please contact Luke Bryden , Marketing and Student Recruitment Manager , on lbryden @ pga . org . au or ( 07 ) 5657 6116 .
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