For golf managers eager to elevate their careers with a professional qualification, Apsley Business School’s MBA in Golf Management provides a transformative pathway. Tailored for professionals in their early 30s who seek advanced managerial skills and industry-specific expertise, this program is ideal for those balancing career ambitions with personal commitments. Offering an internationally recognized joint award with a prestigious partner, this MBA equips graduates with critical competencies needed for senior leadership roles in the golf sector.
Apsley’s MBA in Golf Management stands out for its flexible delivery formats, accommodating online, blended, and in-class options to fit your schedule. The program is designed to be completed in one academic year months, at 240 CATS credits making it both comprehensive and accessible.
Students dive into ten specialized units, covering topics like sustainable golf course management, strategic human resources, advanced marketing strategies, and community engagement. Each module is crafted to provide practical, real-world applications that translate directly into your work, preparing you to tackle challenges across operations, membership management, and community initiatives in the golf industry.
A core component of the curriculum is its focus on sustainability and innovation, addressing the unique challenges the industry faces today. Courses such as “Community Engagement and Environmental Stewardship” and “Advanced Golf Course Marketing Strategies” focus on responsible practices and the latest trends in marketing. This grounding prepares you not only to manage golf facilities sustainably but also to spearhead community-building initiatives and create compelling marketing campaigns. For those aiming to design tournaments or launch specialized training programs, this MBA provides a competitive edge.
Led by a dedicated team of seasoned academics and professional golf management coaches, the program combines theoretical insights with real-world expertise. This multifaceted approach ensures that you graduate ready to apply best practices and forward-thinking strategies in your career. Whether you’re aiming for a promotion, transitioning into a new role, or planning to launch your own business within the golf industry, Apsley’s MBA in Golf Management equips you with the credentials and skills to succeed.
Take the next step in your career journey—request a brochure today to discover how Apsley’s MBA in Golf Management can help you achieve your professional goals.
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Summary of the programme:-
You take 10 units consisting of Case Studies, Audio and Video, Independent Reading, and Independent Research. You will complete a written assignment for each unit which will be assessed. This is normally around 5000 words, and will be focussed on your personal business praxis, in the light of your study. Your Research Dissertation will be no more than 40,000 words.
The full list units is as follows:-
SGCM-5101: Foundations of Sustainable Golf Management
SGCM-5103: Integrated Sustainable Golf Programme Operations & Maintenance
SGCM-5104: Hospitality Industry Economics and Business Management – Memberships, Restaurants, and Retail Shops
SGCM-5105: Community Engagement and Environmental Stewardship in Golf
SGCM-5106: Advanced Golf Course Marketing Strategies
SGCM-5107: Designing & Delivering Professional Golf Tournament Events
SGCM-5108: Designing Training Programs: Use of Emerging Technologies in Golf Skills Development
SGCM-5109: Designing Training Programs: Curriculum Design and Delivery in Golf Skills Development
SGCM-5911: Strategic Finance for Golf Management
SGCM-5910: Strategic Human Resource Management for the Golf Industry
SGCM-5900: Master’s Thesis in Sustainable Golf Management
