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Wine & Spirits

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Before joining the MBA in Wine & Spirits Business at BSB Dijon, I was working in the hospitality sector, primarily focused on wine service and events, but I felt my career was plateauing. I was passionate about the wine industry, but I lacked the strategic business insight that could propel me into a leadership role. I knew that in order to grow, I needed to expand my knowledge and skill set beyond just the operational side.

The MBA at BSB Dijon was transformative. It gave me a comprehensive understanding of the wine and spirits business, blending theoretical knowledge with practical applications through numerous field trips. I had the opportunity to collaborate with peers from all over the world, and I formed lasting relationships with industry experts who have been instrumental in my career.

Today, I hold a key account management position at the leading wine importer in The Netherlands, where I oversee retail sales and strategy. Without the MBA, it would have been difficult for me to break into a strategic role of this calibre. The program not only boosted my confidence but also provided me with the tools and network to navigate the competitive landscape of the global wine industry. My current role is strategically positioning me for a managerial position in the near future.

The Specialized Master in International Wine & Spirits Trade gave me the assurance of being able to launch myself in an ultra-specialized sector while having solid knowledge. The ability to grasp the challenges and to exchange with professionals in the sector while providing new ideas and having a critical opinion thanks to a global vision of the market. The opportunity to go everywhere in France and around the world and to meet CIVS alumni with whom there is a real spirit of solidarity.

The MS CIVS is a unique program that offers both a particularly solid technical background and a 360° overview of best practices in all areas of the wine and spirits business. More than training, it is an experience that allows you to confront your professional project with the reality of the market, to reaffirm your objectives and ambitions and thus to effectively understand the new skills in which you are trained.