144411 v.2 Graduate Certificate in Wine Business Management

Introduction

This course develops awareness in dealing with middle management issues, marketing and the strategic planning of a wine business for domestic wine consumption and exportation. It is aimed at people employed in the wine industry requiring extended knowledge in the wine marketing and management functions of the wine producer.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelors degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. Applicants employed for a minimum of three years by a wine producer in a management function may apply on the basis of prior learning.

Specific Requirements

There is a mandatory residential component for all students. Students undertaking electives in sensory evaluation, viticulture or grape and wine technology are required to attend residential workshops in Perth, Western Australia.

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is one semester full-time or equivalent part-time study. This course is only available by external study mode, with the requirement to attend a residential school of approximately five days duration in Western Australia.

Professional Recognition

In association with industry experience and responsibilities, graduates are eligible for full membership of the Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology, Australian Institute of Management and Australian Marketing Institute.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the course are equipped for employment in challenging positions in the growing wine science, viticulture, wine marketing and wine business industry.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note

During 2003 all Postgraduate Wine Business Management Courses have been reviewed. Prospective and current students should consult with Muresk Institute regarding course availability and progression.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.