Mar 28, 2024  
2019 - 2020 CNM Catalog, Volume 51 
    
2019 - 2020 CNM Catalog, Volume 51 [The CNM Academic Year includes Fall, Spring, Summer Terms]

Beverage Management, Certificate of Completion


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School of Business & Information Technology (BIT)

The Beverage Management Certificate of Completion will prepare students to work in the bar and beverage industry.  Students will study safety, sanitation, supervisory skills, human relations, purchasing, cost controls, hospitality law, guest services, food pairing and menu management, and other general coursework.

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Educational Option Information

  • This educational option can be completed: Part-time or full-time. Full-time students can complete the program in two terms.
  • This educational option is designed for: Students seeking the knowledge necessary for a career in the beverage industry.
  • This educational option can be started: Any term
  • Primary course location: Main Campus; some theory courses are offered online

Special Requirements

  • Students must be at least 21 years of age or older at the start of term for all BEV courses, except BEV 1160  
  • Students must be able to lift 30 pounds
  • Students must be able to stand for the duration of the laboratory class

This program includes identification and evaluation of alcoholic beverages. Students are urged to consider their ability to consume alcohol before enrolling in this program. If you have concerns about the role of alcohol consumption in this program, please contact an Academic Coach or the BIT School Advisor.

Additional tools or supplies required for this educational option

  • Students are required to purchase chef’s uniforms, textbooks, and tools

Approximate Costs of this Educational Option

Financial Aid Considerations

Educational Opportunities

This embedded certificate of completion will give students an early exit point for gainful employment, and allows them to continue to the AAS in Brewing and Beverage Management. Students will also have the opportunity to earn the following industry certifications: level 1 Cicerone® certificate, New Mexico ServSafe® alcohol server’s permit, and ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification. 

Employment Opportunities

Graduates who have earned the Beverage Management Certificate of Completion are well prepared for entry-level and mid-level jobs in the beverage industry. Jobs are available in breweries, wineries, brewpubs, restaurants, casinos, resorts, cruise ships, convention centers, beverage retailers and wholesalers. 

Gainful Employment information is available from Job Connection Services.

Program Requirements


Courses


Minimum Credit Hours Required to Complete Certificate: 25


Program Approved Electives


  • Any HT course  (not already required in this program)
  • Any CULN course  (not already required in this program)
  • Any BEV course (not already required in this program)

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