GOLF CLUB OPERATIONS selkirk.ca/golf

HOW MUCH DO TEXTBOOKS COST?

For textbook cost and to order you textbook, contact the Selkirk College Bookstore.

CAN MY PRIOR WORK AND LIFE EXPERIENCE COUNT TOWARD THE ONLINE CERTIFICATE?

In some instances, particularly for people applying to Selkirk College who have attained college-level learning through means other than formal courses. If credit is granted, students are still required to

pay full course fees. If you feel you have a case

to apply for a prior learning assessment (PLA), carefully analyze course outlines and assemble past knowledge and experience acquired that match course content. Credits obtained through PLAs

can reduce the amount of time needed to earn the certificate, as such, they are strong incentives to continue your post secondary education.

ARE COURSES FROM OTHER COLLEGES OR UNIVERSITIES TRANSFERABLE?

If you have successfully completed a course at another accredited post secondary institution that is substantively the same in terms of learning outcomes and course content, you can apply for advance credit. If you have completed such a course, send us a copy of your official transcript and a course description

so we may make an assessment as to course content similarities. If credit is granted, the course

in question would count toward the Selkirk College certificate program and there would be no fees charged for that course. Credits obtained through institutional course transfers can reduce the amount of time and expense needed to earn your certificate, as such, they are strong incentives to continue your post secondary education. Selkirk College has a progressive policy about PLAs that recognizes the wisdom of reducing needless duplication.

WHAT IS THE TUITION REFUND POLICY IF | CAN'T COMPLETE A COURSE?

Refund policy can be found here http:// selkirk.ca/financial-information/tuition-fees/ withdrawal-refunds

Additional Information

In response to requests for flexible golf management career development courses and less costly delivery methods, Selkirk College is the first accredited

post secondary institution in Canada to offer a comprehensive online certificate in golf management. This program is perfectly suited to existing golf club staff who need to upgrade golf management skills

to acquire management positions, to young people wishing to break into the golf industry, or to retired

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people wanting to pursue a second career at one of Canada’s 2,200 golf clubs.

YOU CAN TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE COURSES IN TWO WAYS:

— Acomplete 10-course Golf Club Operations Online (GCOOL) Certificate.

— Individual 45-hour courses (12 weeks to complete each course).

All ten courses are offered twice a year:

— Fall semester runs for 12 weeks from the beginning of November until the end of January.

— Winter semester runs for 12 weeks from the beginning of February until the end of April.

GCOOL offerings are different than distance learning of a decade ago. New technology facilitates a much richer learning environment by employing audio and video, interactive PowerPoint sessions, and online discussion forums. Selkirk College does everything possible to make the instructional approaches suit learner preferences.

Tf you want to advance your current golf management career with accredited certification, or if you wish

to improve your chances of entering this dynamic industry, online golf management courses are a rapid and very cost effective option.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the GCOOL certificate program requires the completion of BC grade 12 or equivalent and English 12 with a grade of “C” (60%) or better. A completed application form for admission in addition to the other required documents must be submitted one week before the start date of the course(s).

Late applications and required documents may be considered.

STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE COMPUTER ACCESS (PC RECOMMENDED) AND HIGH-SPEED INTERNET AS WELL

AS A BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF THE USE

OF EMAIL, MS WORD AND MS EXCEL.

Important Dates

2016/2017 — Fall semester runs from the beginning of November until the end of January.

— Winter semester runs from the beginning of February until the end of April.

FEES ARE DUE THE FIRST DAY OF COURSE(S)

— Acompleted application form for admission in addition to the other required documents must be submitted one week before the start date of the course(s).

— Late applications and required documents may be considered.

Careers

Golf clubs are complex entities; they are at once retail stores, upscale restaurants, liquor lounges, parks, and recreation centres.

Most clubs have managers for each area. This means great opportunities and a wide variety of careers

for people with good business skills knowledge and training. And, for every managerial position, there are often assistant roles.

LEARN MORE ABOUT GOLF MANAGEMENT NEWS AND EDUCATION.

Application Information

APPLICATION PROCESS

ApplyBC. Please remember to pay your application fee online so we can complete the process.

Learn more about GCOOL admissions requirements.

GCOOL APPLICATION/ENROLMENT PROCESS

1. Apply and pay application fee (returning GCOOL students are not required to pay the application fee)

2. Students will receive an Acknowledgment Letter requesting documentation to be submitted up to one week prior to course(s) start date. (Late applications and documentation may be considered).

3. Once file is reviewed and student meets program eligibility, student will be sent an Acceptance Letter, requesting students to reply with their selected course(s).

4. Enrolment Officer will enroll student into selected course(s). Shortly before course(s) begin, students will be emailed a Computer Access instruction form. 5. Students to pay prior to or on the first day of course(s).

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