MWBM-501B: Tastings, Forum, and Framing of Capstone Project

In this residency, students will have the opportunity to attend the CIA Wine Summit and a focused field trip, specially designed for the MPS program, which will include a variety of experts and guest speakers. Through their participation, students will gain key insights into current important topics related to the wine and beverage industry.  During the residency, Capstone project guidelines and relevant information will be communications to students. This information will guide them in the completion of a project proposal which they will present in written and oral form to a faculty committee that will provide feedback for students to incorporate in their work on Capstone project development. The residency presents an opportunity for students to begin to identify potential mentorship committee members for their Capstone project. Students will participate in a series of tutored tastings focused on developing professional tasting skills to identify classic characteristics of spirits, sweet wines, fortified wines, as well as beers, ciders, and sakes.