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Graduate Certificate in Wine Business

at Adelaide University · Adelaide, South Australia

CRICOS course code

042764G

CRICOS provider code

00123M

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

26 weeks

Tuition (whole course)

A$24,950 total

Per year

A$49,900/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Graduate Certificate in Wine Business at Adelaide University focuses on the core business principles that drive success in Australia’s wine industry. Students engage with units of study covering topics such as marketing, management, finance, and operations unique to the wine sector. Delivered over one semester (26 weeks), this course provides a blend of theoretical and practical learning, drawing on South Australia's internationally recognised wine regions and industry connections.

This graduate certificate is structured to suit those seeking specialised skills in wine business, whether pivoting from another field or upskilling within the industry. Coursework totals several units (subjects), each contributing to the total credit points required for graduation, as set by the university. Australian graduate certificate courses are commonly completed full-time in half a year, making this a focused way to gain sector-specific knowledge quickly.

Throughout the course, students develop skills in commercial decision-making, marketing wines locally and globally, and analysing business performance specific to viticulture and enology contexts. Adelaide’s strong ties to the wine sector mean students benefit from industry-informed teaching. While this level of study typically does not include mandatory placements or capstone projects, teaching draws on real-world case studies and connections with the wider South Australian wine trade.

The Graduate Certificate in Wine Business suits recent graduates, career changers, and professionals in the wine or allied industries aiming to advance their understanding of business practices within this uniquely Australian context. Applicants need to meet the university's English proficiency requirement, with several accepted tests. Details are available on the official university site and on CRICOS.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Wine business manager
Sales and marketing coordinator in wine companies
Wine export officer
Brand manager in the food and beverage sector
Cellar door and tourism operations leader
Positions with Australian wine producers, wholesalers, and regional associations

Graduates may access the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream if eligible and may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while enrolled.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Certificate in Wine Business at Adelaide University?

It typically takes 26 weeks, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$24,950 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Wine business managerSales and marketing coordinator in wine companiesWine export officerBrand manager in the food and beverage sectorCellar door and tourism operations leaderPositions with Australian wine producers, wholesalers, and regional associationsGraduates may access the...

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