Justification for Attending
Continue to Learn at BTME 2018
What does Continue to Learn offer?
ü Education selected by BIGGA members to target relevant subject areas
ü 250 hours of education
o 25 Workshops
o 18 Focus On sessions
o 3 Conferences
o 19 Seminars
o 8 Career Development sessions
o 3 Partner events
o 30 events are free of charge to BIGGA Members
ü Targeted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
ü Trainers are leaders in their field
ü Learn from your peers
ü Update skills
ü Learn new skills
ü Network with fellow professionals and industry specialists
ü Value for money
Who is Continue to Learn for?
ü Course Managers / Head Greenkeepers
ü Deputies and First Assistant Greenkeepers
ü Assistants and Greenkeepers
ü Golf Club Managers / Secretaries
ü Golf Club Committee Members
ü Golf Club Owners and Operators
How can I add value to attending Continue to Learn at BTME 2018?
ü Attend the BTME exhibition showcasing 100+ exhibitors
ü Secure special “Show Offers”
ü View the latest products and innovations
ü Network with fellow professionals and industry specialists
How can I convince my club?
Provide a plan for the week including:
ü Education events
o Why you want to attend the education events?
o What you expect to learn?
o How will you apply this learning?
o How will attending the education event benefit your employer?
o How will it benefit you?
o How will it benefit the rest of the greenkeeping team?
o Use a Booking Bundle to reduce costs
o Look for early bird accommodation offers
o Book public transport early to secure the lowest price
ü Exhibition
o Identify exhibitors to visit
o Provide reasons why they are key contacts
o How can they benefit current or future projects at your club?
ü Networking
o Identify current challenges or projects that you wish to discuss with peers
o Identify ideal opportunities for networking e.g. BIGGA events, Exhibitor events
ü Invite your club management team to attend with you
Download a draft justification letter here (Word format)