Dijon, France – The Institut de la Vigne et du Vin Jules Guyot is offering a Licence Professionnelle specializing in “Conduite Stratégique de l’Exploitation Vitivinicole,” exclusively through operate-study programs, according to information released today.
The program, designed to train future supervisors and managers within wine-growing operations, emphasizes practical application. Students will gain experience in the strategic management of vineyards and wineries. The course is open only to those enrolled in an apprenticeship scheme.
Elsewhere in France, the Institut SupAgro in Montpellier is also offering a Licence Professionnelle focused on “Productions viticoles intégrées et enjeux environnementaux.” This program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for diagnosing, analyzing, and advising on sustainable viticultural practices, supporting the industry’s transition towards agroecology.
The Institut des Sciences de la Vigne et du Vin (ISVV) Bordeaux-Aquitaine provides a Licence Professionnelle in “Œnocontrôle,” concentrating on developing the competencies of intermediate-level managers in process control during wine production and quality assurance.
A collaborative effort between Aix-Marseille Université and the lycée viticole d’Orange presents a Licence Professionnelle in “Management des systèmes qualité pour la filière viti-vinicole.” Graduates of this program are prepared for roles as quality managers, consultants, or technical advisors in wine production.
These Licence Professionnelle programs, all requiring a Bac +2 qualification for entry, are designed to accelerate students’ entry into the job market. Studyrama reports that the length of these programs can vary from one to three years, depending on the institution.
The growing importance of wine tourism, or oenotourism, is also reflected in current educational offerings, with the sector generating an annual revenue of 2.5 billion euros and creating employment opportunities.
The ESA Group offers a Licence Pro MVT (Marketing et Commerce International des Vins de Terroir) for students coming from a viticulture background, combining marketing courses with oenology and viticulture studies.
