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Specialized MBA

Marketing & Communication of Wine and Spirits - Work study

A unique and exclusive program designed to meet the evolving communication needs of a dynamic and rapidly changing sector: wines and spirits.

Work-study available in : Bordeaux 

› 12-month program compatible with professional activity and available as a work-study program (455 hours of in-person classes) 

Next intake in October 2027 

Highlights

International market expansion, distribution channels, digital tools, brand strategies, wine tourism—the wine and spirits industry is undergoing major transformations, creating strong demand for new skills and expertise. To meet these challenges and strengthen their brand image, companies seek agile professionals with solid marketing and communication abilities tailored specifically to this unique sector.

  • Workshops & in situ activities, meetings with key players in the wine and spirits ecosystem, and participation in major professional trade fairs.
  • A multisector approach—viticulture, trading houses, hospitality, tourism, gastronomy, leisure… The program is designed to ensure graduates are immediately employable across all segments of the wine and spirits industry.

Program

Objective(s):

The Specialized MBA in Wine & Spirits Marketing & Communication aims to:

  • Master marketing and communication skills applied to the wine and spirits industry.
  • Develop professional agility in wine and spirits markets.

History, geography & culture of wine and spirits

› Wines and spirits from around the world
› Product knowledge
› Tasting and oenology
› Protected and controlled designations of origin
› Codes and traditions associated with wine and spirits communication

International brand communication

› Brand strategy and packaging
› Intercultural communication and international development
› Event management

Operational objectives / Skills developed

› Develop a communication strategy.
› Implement a communication strategy.
› Manage internal and external communication teams.
› Define a marketing strategy.

Teaching methods

› Courses taught by active communication professionals.
› Case studies provided by partner companies.
› Agency competitions, masterclasses, workshops…

Assessment methods

› Continuous assessment throughout the program and competency validation exams.

Certification

› The award of the “Communication Manager” Level 7 certification (equivalent to a Master's degree / Bac+5) is subject to the validation of all competency blocks.

› RNCP qualification "Communication Manager" Level 7 (equivalent to a Master's degree / Bac+5) awarded by EFAP: professional certification registered with the RNCP by decision of France Compétences on 26/06/2026 for a period of 5 years (RNCP 42474).

› In the event of partial validation, each competency block is acquired for life.

› No further study opportunities / No bridging pathway.

Accessibility for people with disabilities
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Performance indicators – Apprenticeship program 

› Rate of candidates taking the competency validation exams: N/A (first graduating class in 2028) 

› Program completion rate: N/A (first graduating class in 2028) 

› Overall employment rate 6 months after graduation (all positions): N/A (first graduating class in 2028) 

› Employment rate in the target profession 6 months after graduation: N/A (first graduating class in 2028) 

› Further study rate: N/A (first graduating class in 2028) 

› Institution's added value: N/A (first graduating class in 2028) 

› Program interruption rate: N/A (first graduating class in 2028) 

› Apprenticeship contract termination rate: N/A (first graduating class in 2028) 

 

Find more performance indicators on the following website: https://www.inserjeunes.education.gouv.fr/diffusion/accueil 

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Career Opportunities & Job Prospects

Students enrolled in the Specialized MBA in Wine & Spirits Marketing & Communication are trained to pursue professional careers in a variety of organizations:

  • At a château or wine estate
  • In distribution
  • At a wine merchant
  • Within a major spirits group
  • In e-commerce
  • Within a trade association or cooperative
  • In the hospitality, restaurant or tourism industry
  • At the head of a corporate wine & spirits foundation

Graduates can pursue a wide range of careers and positions:

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must hold a four- or five-year university degree (or equivalent):

  • Business, communication, or engineering schools; IEP (Instituts d’Études Politiques)
  • A master’s degree in higher education (science, management, economics, law, LEA, etc.)

Professionals with a significant track record and experience may also apply to the Specialized MBA via VAP (Validation of Prior Experiential Learning).

The admission process for the Specialized MBA in Marketing & Communication of Wine and Spirits takes place in two stages:

  • Eligibility: an initial screening based on the application file by the admissions committee.
  • Admission: shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview with the program director and/or an industry professional.

    Book an Appointment

    Discover the Specialized MBA in Wine & Spirits Marketing & Communication from a new perspective and meet the Program Director.

    To register, please contact:

     

    Bordeaux

    internationaladmissions@groupe-edh.com

    +33 5 40 24 01 28

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