Beverage studies programs go beyond teaching students how to make a good drink. They include lessons on preparation, food safety, and presentation, as well as management, ownership, and much more. Graduates often go on to work in hotels, restaurants, and bars around the world.

A certificate is a short scholastic program that helps provide students with the education and training they need to qualify for promotions at work or to supplement their existing academic records. These programs are usually completed in less than a year.