GOLF & SPORTS TURF MGMT.
Florida leads the nation in the number of golf courses per capita. The University of Florida hits a hole in one with its premiere golf management program that mixes business with the study of soils, water, and the environment for a complete education in the science of turfgrass. This multi-billion dollar industry continues to grow, offering a variety of high-paying job opportunities.
Students that may excel in this specialization include those who enjoy a fast-paced career with constant learning and risk taking.
| Skills Learned |
Job Duties |
Jobs |
Salaries |
- Pest Control on Turf
- Managing Turf Growth
- Golf Courses and the Environment
- Business and Management Practices
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- Producing and Selling Turf
- Maintaining Turf on Sports Fields
- Scheduling Golf Course Maintenance
- Managing Personnel
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- Golf Course Superintendent
- Athletic Field Manager
- Sod Production Foreman
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$32,000 - $75,000 depending on location and experience |
Prerequisites for Specialization (PDF)
Course Requirements for Specialization (PDF)
Contact Lisa Hall for more information at (352) 392-1831 ext. 333 or lhall@ufl.edu.