Micro Credentials

Advance your career in the golf industry with the PGA Institute’s industry-based micro-credentials. These short, targeted courses provide relevant skills and accreditation, tailored to your career goals, in just a few months.

Offered from our top programs – Diploma of Golf Business & Management, Diploma of Business, and Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management – these affordable courses (under $1000) range from three to six months, making them the perfect solution for busy professionals looking to upskill quickly.

Entry Requirements

  • Aged 18-years or older
  • Completion of Australian Year 12 (equivalent) or higher education
  • Successfully complete LLN Assessment Test with PGA Institute

Minimum English Language Proficiency Level required:

  • IELTS overall band score 6.0
  • TOEFL-iBT score of 60
  • Cambridge English Scale score of 169
  • PTE-A overall score of 51.6
  • OET score of C
  • Be eligible for an Australian Student Visa (Subclass 500)

Golf Development Program – included in On-campus course

  • Group Coaching Monday to Wednesday 9am to 12 pm
  • Sandhurst Golf Club Membership (1 year)
  • Indoor Golf Centre Membership (1 Year)
  • Personalised Gym Program
  • Fitness Centre Membership
  • Weekly Student Competitions (Thursdays)
  • Unlimited Range Balls and access to Practice Facilities

Graduates of the PGA Institute emerge ready to tee off into a diverse range of rewarding careers across the golf industry. With hands-on training, accredited qualifications and mentorship from PGA Australia experts, PGA Institute alumni can step confidently into roles that combine their passion for golf with genuine opportunities for leadership, growth and lifelong success.

Possible careers include:

Retail Assistant
Assistant Manager / Operations Manager

House Manager
Event / Tournament Coordinator

Sales and Marketing Manager
Director of Golf / Golf Operations Manager

Golf Tourism Operator
PGA Professional (after completion of the MPP)

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Author: admin@sl

Published: 09.03.2026

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