Robert joined Crail Golf Course on a 3 year apprenticeship, and made such an impact that upon completion he was kept on as Assistant Greenkeeper. Two years later he was Head Greenkeeper and chose to undertake his ILM Level 4 qualification at Elmwood College.

The course is designed around a teaching programme which gives the student knowledge and understanding of the management principles, with the manager then developing a portfolio of supporting evidence to demonstrate their competence in the work place.

Robert said: ‘The ILM course has been thoroughly enjoyable; it gave me further confidence which is a necessity in carrying out my job. I have learnt a lot more about management and picked up many good ideas and practices. Many of the tasks brought home the importance of routines and systems that are needed in the working day.’

Rick Bond, Head of Management Development at Elmwood College said: ‘The modern golf course manager needs to have a range of skills and the ILM level 4 programme meets these needs. Robert has demonstrated great commitment in continuing to study whilst working in a busy career. I know he will go on to achieve his long term goals.’

Kim Parish, ILM’s CEO said: ‘ILM qualifications can be tailored to meet specific business needs and this golf course related management level 4 is a great example. We are delighted that ILM centres like Elmwood College are at the forefront of delivering practical leadership skills in the workplace, underpinned by a solid grounding in management theory and best practice.’

Elmwood College

With over 30 years' experience in education and training, Elmwood has gained an excellent reputation for very high standards in teaching and learning. It is is recognised as a Centre of Excellence in golf-related studies and as specialists in land-based education.

Elmwood offers a wide range of courses and is continuously developing a variety of flexible methods of study, with the aim of widening access to as many individual learners as possible. As a result, many of its full-time courses can be made available as flexible learning options or on a part-time basis. Its vocational courses are designed in close consultation with industry in order to ensure the most up-to-date and relevant training, the aim being to help you achieve rewarding employment in your future career choice.

ILM

ILM is the largest provider of management education qualifications in Europe, building the skills of over 90,000 managers and leaders each year.

All ILM qualifications are designed to deliver practical business benefit to the individual, their team and the organisation they work for. ILM's qualifications are delivered by 2,000 further education colleges, universities, training providers and companies in the UK and globally.

ILM is the professional membership body of choice for over 25,000 forward thinking managers and leaders providing a wide range of member benefits, support and development opportunities throughout their career.

ILM is part of the international City & Guilds group.

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