School: George Brown College
Program: Advanced Wine and Beverage Business MA
Program | Advanced Wine and Beverage Business Management
| Faculty | Hospitality and Tourism Management |
Credential | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | Duration | 2 Years |
Starting Month | September | Co-op opportunities | No |
Program Description:
Advanced Wine and Beverage Business Management is a one-year, three-semester program developed for Hospitality diploma and degree graduates, and industry professionals seeking an advanced level of learning focused on all aspects of the wine, spirit and beer business.
In our state-of-the-art tasting labs, students will explore and experience global beverages and their relationship to business, cuisine, culture and lifestyle.
Admission Requirement:
A Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Food and Beverage Management, Hotel Management, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Special Event Management, or a related area.
Applicants who do not have the required academic credentials but are current industry professionals with a minimum one year of industry experience and a strong understanding of industry standards may be selected through a divisional select video interview* (resume required).
*Applicants who are invited for the video interview will receive instructions during the application process.
Tuition Fees:
Application Fee | $95 |
Base Tuition Fee | $13,520 for 2 semesters $20,280 for 3 Semesters |
Incidental Fees (Student ID, Student association membership, etc.) | $1,500 |
Mandatory Health Insurance | $570.82 for one year coverage( Sep-Aug) $388.28 for 8 months coverage(Jan-Aug) $204.64 for 4 months coverage (May- Aug) |
Public Transportation ( Per year), estimated | $1,500 |
Books and supplies (estimated per year) | $1,000-$1,200 |
Career:
This program will provide you with an advanced professional knowledge of beverages matched with essential business, management and communication skills that prepare you for an abundance of exciting opportunities in Toronto and across the globe.
Depending on experience and areas of interest, graduates can pursue rewarding careers as:
Beverage directors
Sales agents
Territory managers
Product consultants
Brand ambassadors
Wine stewards/cellar masters
Wine country tour guides
Specialty retail operations
Portfolio managers
Merchandising/inventory coordinator
Link to George Brown Official Website
https://www.georgebrown.ca/H414-2017-2018/