Overview

The B.Sc. in Beverage Management at Florida International University (FIU) is designed for individuals with a specific interest in a career as a wine professional/Sommelier, brewing industry, and beverage operations. This comprehensive program blends theoretical knowledge with practical expertise to prepare students for the complexities of the beverage industry. Through the Bacardi Center of Excellence and Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, students gain valuable industry connections and access to partnerships with leading beverage companies.

Why Beverage Management at Florida International University (FIU)?

Florida International University (FIU) is recognised as a top-tier public institution, ranking among the best in the United States according to the QS World University Rankings. The Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management is ranked third in the United States and in the top 1% in the world. Students benefit from a dedicated career development office and unique experiential learning opportunities in Miami, a global hospitality hub. The programme emphasises real-world application through significant industry partnerships and events like the SOBEWFF®.

Syllabus

The curriculum includes core hospitality requirements and specialised major courses. Modules may include:

Accounting for the Hospitality Industry
Human Resources Management
Hospitality Information Technology
Hospitality Marketing Strategies
Advanced Food & Beverage Operations
Beverage Marketing

Careers in Beverage Management

Graduates are prepared for diverse leadership positions across the beverage management sector. Potential career paths include roles such as Hotel/Resort Beverage Manager, Bar Manager, Beverage Marketing Manager, Distribution Manager, Brand Manager, Vineyard Operator, Brewmaster, Sommelier, and more.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Business of Coffee, Tea, and Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Beverage Marketing and Distribution
Spirits Fundamentals
Introduction to Brewing Science
Introduction to Food and Wine Pairing
Passport to the World of Wine.
Destinations for Global Beverage Tourism
The Global Business of Wine: From Vineyard to Consumer

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-17 00:00:00
Starting 2027-06-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-03 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-04 00:00:00

More details

Details on the admissions process for international students may be viewed here: https://admissions.fiu.edu/international/.Deadlines for transfer students vary

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Miami, United States
Miami, United States

Disciplines

Hospitality Management View 289 other Bachelors in Hospitality Management in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Start Your Application at https://admissions.fiu.edu/how-to-apply/apply/index.html$30 application feeFirst Year Students:Official high school transcripts (with translation if required)Official SAT, ACT, or CLT scores (SAT/ACT also used for English proficiency requirement)

Transfer Students:

Evaluations of foreign college transcripts - See details and discounts at https://admissions.fiu.edu/how-to-apply/submit-transcripts/Electronic delivery of official college transcripts from the USIf transferring with less than 60 transferable credits, we may also require delivery of official high school documents and SAT/ACT/CLT scores, see aboveEnglish Proficiency - See details under "Supplementary Documentation" at https://admissions.fiu.edu/international/transferring-students/index.html#tab-N101A7-4.

Work experience

International students may work in the hospitality industry towards completion of their Curricular Practical Training (CPT) requirement after 2 full semesters in the US.See details on the Industry Work Experience Requirement at https://hospitality.fiu.edu/career/industry-experience-requirement/.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19800 USD / year

≈ 19800 USD / year
Out-of-State

19800 USD / year

≈ 19800 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6150 USD / year

≈ 6150 USD / year

Living costs

Miami

United States

1508 - 2603 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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