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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Plan and organise a golf day event 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
336038  Plan and organise a golf day event 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Sport 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 02 - Culture and Arts Sport 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  6 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
Learners working towards this standard will be working within sport education function, or golf club environment providing support services to golf clubs, golf coaching, and golf event management, where the acquisition of competence against this standard will add value to one`s job. This standard will provide the learner with the knowledge and skills for planning a golf day event from concept to completion.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the considerations for setting up a golf day event.
  • Planning a golf day.
  • Budgeting for a golf day.
  • Managing a golf day. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that learners accessing this standard are competent in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 4.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3.
  • Computer Literacy at NQF Level 3. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the considerations for setting up a golf day event. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The importance of the choice of host club selection is explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The importance of the timing of the event is explained with examples. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Timing includes, but is not limited to time of year, time of month and timing of other competing events.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The importance of selecting the type of golf day is explained with examples. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Golf day types include, but are not limited to, corporate, team building, charity and pro-am formats.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The importance of determining who to invite to a golf day event is explained with examples. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Plan a golf day. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The importance of establishing a time line of activities leading up to the golf day is demonstrated and understood. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The different types and use of planning templates for organising a golf day are explained with examples. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Planning templates include, but are not limited to:
  • Checklists, guest lists, initiations and responses, aide memoire, timesheet, 2nd tee-start, shotgun start, scorecards, information sheet and local rules, vouchers, budget and notice re- amateur status.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The importance of liaising with and visiting the host club regarding the requirements of the golf day is understood. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Requirements include, but are not limited to.
  • Numbers, documentation, access, event space, branding, dress regulations, catering, location, golf cart numbers, tee off times and other facilities.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The importance of promotional items and prices for the success of a golf day is discussed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The importance of guest invitations, options and invitation design to the success of a golf day is explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The tee of processes and methods are understood and explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The importance of understanding various competition format options is understood to be able make a decision on a format per specific event. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    The importance of preparing the paperwork for the day is understood and explained with examples. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Paperwork includes, but is not limited to, information sheets, halfway house vouchers, caddy or cart vouchers, menus and prize lists.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    The importance of arranging for scoring, prize giving, entertainment and facilities is explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    The importance of arranging insurance is understood and explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
    The importance of branding, promotion and marketing the event is explained with examples. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Budget for a golf day. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The importance of budgeting for a gold day is understood and explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The items to budget for is determined and priced. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Items include, but are not limited to, fees, handouts, prizes and personnel.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The importance of early approval of the event budget is explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The importance of updating the budget and keeping track of expenditure is understood and explained with examples. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Manage a golf day. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Plans are implemented according to planning documents and templates. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The importance of early arrival and set up is understood and explained with golfing examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The importance of following a checklist and co-ordinating activities with the club and its staff and facilities. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Ensure that communication is effectively managed throughout the day. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Monitor compliance with plans, identify variances and take timely corrective action. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Any individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA, or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA, or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this Unit Standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA, or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The learner must demonstrate an understanding of:
  • The markets for golfing events.
  • Event management consideration in golf marketing.
  • Planning and supervision processes in event management in a golfing context.
  • Basic marketing considerations pertaining to golfing events.
  • Organisational skills.
  • Communication skills. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems using critical and creative thinking processes in planning and organising a golf day event. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organization or community in planning and organising a golf day event. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively in order to ensure effective planning and organising of a golf day event. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information in order to plan and organise a golf day event. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion to plan and organise a golf day event. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility to the environment and health of others in effective planning and organising a golf day event. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of interrelated systems by recognising that a golf day event creates problem-solving contexts and do not exist in isolation. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Participating as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities by effective planning and organising of a golf day event. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  73189   Further Education and Training Certificate: Golfing and Golf Coaching  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CATHSSETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    NONE 


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