By Bradley Turner, Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA Military Veterans possess a unique set of skills and experiences that make them well-suited for a career in golf management. The discipline, teamwork, and attention to detail instilled during their service transfer seamlessly into the world of golf operations and management. For…
By Bradley Turner, Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA The number one concern for almost every golfer is the condition of the golf course. As long as the course is in reasonably good condition, golfers will be happy. Achieving and maintaining healthy turfgrass requires a multifaceted approach, with fertilizers playing a…
By Bradley Turner. Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA Teaching golf is more than imparting technical skills and building mental proficiency. It requires the golf instructor to understand the psychology behind learning and athletic performance. Essentially, a golf instructor must first understand their student’s golfing aspirations and then impart information appropriate…
By Bradley Turner, Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA The world of golf is more than just a sport; it’s a way of life for those passionate about pursuing a career in the golf industry. The golf industry has enjoyed unprecedented growth in rounds played by golfers in America over the…
By Bradley Turner, Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA Most golfers like the idea of showing up to their golf course of choice with no other golfers in sight as they head to the first tee. The typical golfer wants to enjoy a day on the golf course without concern about…
By Bradley Turner Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA The average non-golfer must wonder what is so appealing about the game of golf from the perspective of the 25 million golfers in America. I can attest on behalf of many American golfers that there are many special aspects to the game…
By Bradley Turner Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA The golf swing is a three-dimensional movement with countless variables that influence the flight of the golf ball. This can create a misunderstanding as to why the ball hooked or sliced. There are only five foundational variables that make a golf ball…
By Bradley Turner Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA History of Women in Golf The history of women in golf dates back to 1552, when Mary, Queen of Scots, is believed to have played at St. Andrews, earning her recognition as one of the earliest female golfers. The first women’s…
By Bradley Turner Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA I think I am the only person in my family to have watched all these movies. I don’t think my wife or kids have watched any of the ten movies on this list. Golf movies do not get much interest from those…
By Bradley Turner Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA There are almost 16,000 golf courses in America, with almost 29,000 Professional Golf Association members employed at these facilities. Keiser University’s College of Golf (KUCOG) offers golf management programs to prepare students for employment opportunities in golf operations management. The KUCOG offers…
