KEDGE Business School

MSc in Wine and Hospitality Management

Programme Overview

Embark on a transformative journey with the MSc in Wine & Hospitality Management at KEDGE Wine School, a globally recognised institution in the food & beverage and wine & hospitality industries. Our comprehensive programme integrates theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience to equip you with the necessary skills for leadership roles in this dynamic sector. Benefit from our esteemed faculty's expertise and industry connections, gaining valuable insights and networking opportunities. Enrol and take the first step towards becoming a leader in the global wine and hospitality arena.

Curriculum (courses, subject modules)

Pathway Course

Pathway Course

• Strategic thinking
• Financial performance
• Data management
• Generative bootcamp (artificial intelligence)
• Public speaking
• Visual communication & sustainable impact
• Business & socio-ecological transitions
• Sustainable environment for organisations
• Team management
• Human & AI collaboration
• Business & climate change
• Open Innovation Challenge (corporate project)

PRE-SPECIALISATION COURSES

• Wine & spirits production
• World of wine & spirits
• Wine & hospitality business

CHOICE OF EXPERIENCE

• Internship in France or abroad
• Academic partnership

Master of Science (MSc)

FOUNDATIONS OF WINE & HOSPITALITY BUSINESS

• WSET Level 3 award in wines
• Wine regions
• Art & wine
• Wine economics
• Wine markets
• Wine distribution channels & negotiations with distributors
• Food & beverage economics
• Sommellerie & wine cellar management
• Finance in wine & hospitality
• Employer brand in hotels & restaurants
• Developing a restaurant concept within a hotel
• Culinary art practices

DEVELOPING A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS

• Entrepreneurship
• Wine & hospitality: CSR and sustainability
• Wine tourism innovation
• Applied wine & hospitality marketing
• Strategic wine & hospitality marketing

ADDITIONAL CONTENT

• Business field trip in French wine producing regions
• Study trip abroad in a leading wine producing country
• 1-week Bordeaux campus immersion including wine economics, visit to the Cité du Vin, & field trips to the vineyards 
• 6-month internship & report
• Final dissertation

Admission conditions

Required diploma(s)

• 3 to 4 years of higher education

Tuition & Fees

Between 24 000 and 33 700 €

Employment opportunities & career impact

Employment opportunities

Management careers include:

• Wine & hospitality asset management
• Business development
• Wine & hospitality marketing and e-marketing
• Communication
• Consulting
• Wine tourism
• Food & beverage management
• Wine & hospitality finance

Application Deadlines

Application deadlines

The selection period for the intake at KEDGE runs from October to July. Several interview sessions are offered until the programme is filled.

Faculty profiles

About KEDGE Business School:

KEDGE Business School is a benchmark French business school with 4 campuses in France (Paris, Bordeaux, Marseille and Toulon), 4 associated campuses in France (Avignon, Bastia, Bayonne and Mont-de-Marsan,) and 5 associated campuses abroad (2 in China, in Shanghai and Suzhou, 2 in Africa in Dakar and in Adibjan, and 1 in India at Mumbai). The KEDGE community is made up of 16,000 students (32% of whom are international students), 224 full-time lecturers (46% of whom are international), 388 international academic partners and 94,000 graduates worldwide. KEDGE offers a portfolio of 40 training programmes in management and design for students and industry professionals. It also provides customised educational programmes for businesses at national and international levels. Since 2020, KEDGE has established its own Apprenticeship Training Centre (CFA). Through its KEDGE IMPAKT strategy and its Foundation under the aegis of the Fondation de France, the school accelerates ecological and social transitions and empowers youth. It is committed to equal opportunities, student well-being, and supporting innovation and impactful projects to build a sustainable future. KEDGE Business School is AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA-accredited, EESPIG, BSIS and Qualiopi-certified and is a member of the Conférence des Grandes Ecoles. It is also recognised by the French government, with officially approved programmes. KEDGE is ranked 32nd by the Financial Times in the European Business School rankings and 24th globally for its Executive MBA in 2025.

Campus facilities & Student life

Located in the heart of Paris within the Lumière Building, KEDGE Paris serves as a vibrant business hub. Spanning 6,400m² across two floors, the campus features two interconnected wings surrounding a central atrium. Beyond its functional layout, the campus embodies adaptability and versatility, prioritising entrepreneurship as its core philosophy. Its four guiding principles—adaptability, versatility, connectivity, and user-centric design—aim to redefine the student experience. Moreover, KEDGE shares its facilities with prominent entities such as Natixis, SNCF, ING Direct, Société Générale, and the Ministry of the Interior, enhancing collaborative opportunities. The campus focuses on executive education programmes as well as a portfolio of MS and MSc degrees, featuring outstanding facilities:

• Various catering areas, including multiple company restaurants
• Sports facilities
• A friendly environment near Bercy Village and the BNF (National Library of France), easily accessible by public transport and offering a wide range of accommodation options
• A large co-working area designed to enhance collaboration between students and staff, with adaptable rooms that can accommodate between 40 and 200 students
• An enhanced digital experience, featuring immersive rooms for practical case studies and a giant screen that continuously streams classes or conferences from the school’s other sites

Admission process

Steps

Mandatory testing for application process

Language level tests

TOEFL TOEIC IELTS Duolingo, PTE, Lunguaskill, Cambridge Preliminary

Application Checklist

Academic documents required

• Undergraduate Diploma copy
• Language diploma

Academic documents other

• Grades, recommendation letters

Administrative documents required

• Photocopy of ID Card / Passport
• Photocopy of university degree

Scholarships & Financial Aid

At KEDGE, we strongly believe that students shouldn’t abandon their education projects because of funding problems. This is why we have launched a financial support plan tailored to international candidates' backgrounds, countries of origin, situation, and prior educational achievements:
- Early Bird discount for early completion of your application: 10% before November 30 and 5% before February 28.
- Excellence scholarship based on merit
- Social scholarship for registered students in full-time initial training who need financial assistance
- Solidarity scholarship for international applicants who need financial assistance to finance their studies
- Diversity scholarship intended for students hailing from a range of international, cultural, or social backgrounds
- Partner scholarships for applicants joining the school via a “pathway agreement” with a partner institution
- Alumni scholarship for alumni wishing to pursue further education at the school
- Kirsten Hoey scholarship for students from the USA
- Eiffel Excellence scholarship for students pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in France

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