Wine Sales Certificate

Learn about grape growing and winemaking, gain an understanding of legal regulations and standards within the wine industry, marketing and sales strategies, and knowledge of wine shop management and winery promotions.

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Certificate

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Part-Time

Tuition and fees

2023-24: $1,840.05

Program details

This program provides individuals interested in employment in the area of wine sales with an introduction to grape growing and winemaking, an understanding of legal regulations and standards within the industry, marketing and sales strategies, and knowledge of wine shop management and winery promotions. Coursework involves a variety of projects and field trips. The program consists of 147 hours of coursework and practical experience in the industry.

This program will not be running Fall 2024

This program has not been scheduled. Contact askoc@okanagan.bc.ca for more information.

Admission requirements

  • Grade 12 or equivalent.
  • English 12 with minimum 50% or alternatives.
  • 19 years or older at the time of admission to the program
  • Serving it Right certificate

Program outline

WINE 21 - Introduction to Grapes and Wines & Other Fermented Beverages
WS 01 - Introduction to Wine Sales
WS 02 - Retail Sales
WS 03 - Wine Shop and Winery Promotions
WS 04 - Wine Sales Class Project
WS 11 - Wine Sales Work Experience
  • Students must pass each course with a minimum grade of 60% to receive a certificate.
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