Golf Course Superintendent Management Training
Golf course superintendents are integral to the proper operation of a golf course. The golf course superintendent is one of the most important people on a golf course staff, as his expertise has a direct effect on the appearance and playability of the course itself.
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Personnel Management Training
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A golf course superintendent is responsible for the operation of the facilities management service of a golf course. This responsibility requires the proper supervision of human resources. The superintendent should receive training on how to supervise and motivate of team of workers.
Agriculture and Horticulture
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A golf course superintendent should have a deep working knowledge of plants and turf. A golf course must have proper turf management in order to achieve a high satisfaction rating from its customers. Superintendents should also be well-versed in the use of agricultural pharmaceuticals to fend of turf bacterias and diseases that may arise.
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Equipment Knowledge
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A golf course superintendent should be knowledgeable about the equipment that is used in golf course maintenance. This person should also have the knowledge about where to acquire such equipment and whether purchasing or leasing the equipment is the best option for his course.
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References
- Photo Credit Golf cart on golf course image by Jim Mills from Fotolia.com