{"id":84435,"date":"2023-10-11T13:17:39","date_gmt":"2023-10-11T20:17:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sou.edu\/academics\/?page_id=84435"},"modified":"2025-03-28T17:01:26","modified_gmt":"2025-03-29T00:01:26","slug":"essence-of-wine","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sou.edu\/academics\/business\/programs\/essence-of-wine\/","title":{"rendered":"Essence of Wine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-10wqvw3-dbc3b20af926cae8c8d6479ab94d0e48\">\n.avia-section.av-10wqvw3-dbc3b20af926cae8c8d6479ab94d0e48{\nbackground-color:#f3f3f3;\nbackground-image:unset;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av_section_1' aria-label='Â鶹´«Ã½ Business Program - Foundation in Sustainability and Tourism Microcredential - Intro section' class='avia-section av-10wqvw3-dbc3b20af926cae8c8d6479ab94d0e48 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_submenu  avia-builder-el-first  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Introducing our exclusive wine in business micro credential badging program, designed to enhance your professional skills while enjoying the exquisite world of wine!<\/p>\n<p>Imagine the perfect blend of knowledge, networking, and fine wine, all in one captivating package. With our micro credential badging program, you&#8217;ll embark on an enlightening journey through the fascinating world of wine, tailored specifically to enhance your business expertise.<\/p>\n<p>Complete your micro credential in as little as two terms.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss this unique opportunity to combine your passion for wine with professional advancement. Join our wine in business micro credential badging program today, and uncork a world of possibilities for your career!<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"heavy-man\">Completed your requirements and ready to collect your badge?<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/A5kAZGG1j4Zyf3Z5A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Apply to receive your micro-credential badge here.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Required Course:<\/h3>\n<p>BA 230: Wine Appreciation &#8211; 2 credits<br \/>\nBA 293: Intro to Wine Business &#8211; 2 credits<br \/>\nBA 294: Intro to Wine Sensory &#8211; 2 credits<br \/>\nBA 292: Intro to Wine Production &#8211; 2 credits<\/p>\n<h3>Additional Requirements<\/h3>\n<p>All courses taken for the badge must be completed with a grade of C- or better.<\/p>\n<h3>Learning Outcomes\/Competencies<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pop-4\">\n<li>Demonstrate knowledge of the global to regional wine industry including how regional<br \/>\nclimates, soils, and landscapes are associated with growing grapes and 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