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Wine Business Academy Budapest

Executive wine business education in the heart of Europe. Modular, international, and future-ready.

Hybrid Learning System

Fully completable online with live sessions and recordings, while we recommend on-campus days for tastings and networking.

  • Live online lectures & real-time Q&A
  • Recordings available within 24 hours
  • Optional in-person tastings and workshops
In-person wine tasting workshop – premium academic wine business theme

Meet Our Faculty

Dr. Attila Fiáth

Dr. Attila Fiáth

Professor of Economics

International Wine Academic

Wine Academy · Wine Regulation · Pricing Strategy

Dr. Steve Charters, MW

Dr. Steve Charters, MW

Professor of Wine Marketing

Burgundy School of Business (BSB)

Wine Culture · Consumer Behavior · Terroir

Dr. Lara Agnoli

Dr. Lara Agnoli

Professor of Wine Economics

Burgundy School of Business (BSB)

Wine Economics · Consumer Behavior · Market Research

Dr. Liz Thach, MW

Dr. Liz Thach, MW

Distinguished Professor of Wine & Management

Sonoma State University

Wine Strategy · Leadership · Consumer Trends

Jacques Thébault

Jacques Thébault

Director

School of Wine & Spirits Business, BSB

International Business · Strategic Development · Premium Markets

Chris McIndoe

Chris McIndoe

Lecturer

Burgundy School of Business (BSB)

Export Strategy · Distribution · Emerging Markets

Sonia Ferchaud

Sonia Ferchaud

Founder

Beyond the Wine

Wine Tourism · Sustainability · Place-Making

Program Highlights

Designed for professionals who want depth, flexibility and network.

Hybrid Learning

Attend on campus or join live online.

Global Network

Peers & faculty from leading wine regions.

Executive Curriculum

Strategy, finance, marketing and branding.

Program Modules

Executive curriculum covering strategy, finance, marketing and regional branding.

Strategy & Entrepreneurship

  • Competitive positioning
  • Business models
  • Scale playbooks

Finance in Wine & Spirits

  • P&L & cash flow
  • Pricing & margins
  • Investment cases

World Wine Business Environment

  • Trade blocs & regulation
  • Consumer & channel trends
  • Market entry

Sales, Marketing & Distribution

  • Routes-to-market
  • Brand growth
  • Revenue growth mgmt

Experience Design & Regional Branding

  • Sensory design
  • Storytelling
  • Journey mapping

Wine Tourism

  • Visitor profiles
  • Segmentation & targeting
  • Sustainable practices

FAQ

Quick answers to common questions.

Who is the program for?+
Executives and professionals seeking advanced knowledge in wine business.
Can I complete it fully online?+
Yes. All sessions are live online with recordings available within 24 hours.
Where is the campus?+
In the heart of Budapest. In-person tastings and networking are recommended.
What is the language?+
English.