Do I need to drink alcohol to take the DIWBM034?

The course involves tasting and evaluation of wines and beverages, which is a meaningful part of the work. If you cannot participate in tastings, talk to admissions before enrolling so they can advise.

Will this diploma help me work in hotel bars and restaurants?

The Diploma in International Wine and Beverage Management is designed with hotel F&B, restaurants and event venues in mind, so it maps cleanly onto those work environments.

Can I do the DIWBM034 if I've never worked in hospitality?

Yes, but you'll get more from it with some service-floor experience. Even short stints in restaurants or bars help connect the theory to real shifts.

How long does the course take to complete?

Length depends on the mode you choose. Full-time, part-time and distance pathways differ — admissions can map a realistic timeline based on your situation.

What does the diploma cost?

Fees vary by intake and study mode. Contact LSTH admissions for the current schedule and any available payment options.

Diploma in International Wine and Beverage Management (DIWBM034)

Diploma in International Wine and Beverage Management (DIWBM034) at LSTH

Wine lists are quietly one of the most commercial documents in any restaurant. Margins live there, reputations live there, & so do a surprising number of guest complaints. The Diploma in International Wine and Beverage Management (DIWBM034) is for people who want to take that area seriously — whether you're a server moving towards sommelier work or a hotel duty manager who realised the bar runs the P&L.

This course pairs grape-level knowledge with the harder edges of beverage operations: stock control, costing, supplier relationships and service standards across hotel bars, restaurants and event spaces.

Why Beverage Management Is a Real Specialism

In most properties the food gets the spotlight, but the beverage offer is where margin tends to sit. The Diploma in International Wine and Beverage Management (DIWBM034) treats wine and drinks programmes as commercial assets, not garnish to the menu. You'll learn how a well-curated list reflects the venue's identity, how to brief floor staff so they can sell with confidence, and how seasonal & regional shifts in beverage trends affect what you buy & pour.

Who This Diploma Is For

Restaurant servers and bar staff aiming at sommelier or beverage-supervisor roles.
Hotel F&B team members wanting structured wine and beverage training.
Small-bar or wine-shop owners looking for a more disciplined commercial framework.
Career-changers with a serious interest in wine wanting an industry-relevant qualification.

Career Pathways

Graduates of the Diploma in International Wine and Beverage Management often move into roles like sommelier, head of bar, beverage supervisor, F&B assistant manager, drinks-buying assistant for hotel groups, or independent wine-shop operator. The DIWBM034 supports those progressions, but recruitment still depends on your floor experience & the venue type you target.

How You'll Study

The course is available on-campus and via flexible study routes. Tasting components and practical exercises are arranged at appropriate points in the calendar. Specific module sequencing & intake dates are confirmed at enrolment.

Entry Requirements

Completion of secondary school (or international equivalent).
IELTS 5.5 or equivalent for international students.
Minimum age 18 — required for any practical service component involving alcohol.
Genuine interest in wine, spirits and beverage service.

Apply for the Diploma in International Wine and Beverage Management (DIWBM034)

If you want a structured route into beverage leadership rather than picking it up shift by shift, the Diploma in International Wine and Beverage Management is the level that suits. Click Enroll Now and the LSTH admissions team will reply within one working day.