Bachelor of Applied Science - Golf Course Management at Olds College

What can you expect from our program?

The Bachelor of Applied Science - Golf Course Management is the prestigious credential that today’s golf course industry professionals are looking for. Within Canada this degree is the highest level of education you can achieve in the turfgrass management profession. To enter into the Bachelor of Applied Science - Golf Course Management you must first complete the Turfgrass Management Diploma.

If you are interested in learning environmental and operational management on the job, this is the program for you. You will learn from professionals that have worked as course superintendents and are still active in the industry.

What will you learn?

Based on the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association’s National Occupational Standards profile, and the advice of industry experts, you will learn the skills and techniques needed for managing a golf course’s complex ecosystem. The program provides business, applied science and advanced technical training.

Your Future

Job opportunities include: superintendent at a larger operation/property, managerial position within a municipality or within a parks and recreation property and senior technical sales consultant in the turfgrass industry.