Frequently Asked Questions

There is no application for the program. Anyone with interests in the Wine & Spirits Industry may register for the courses. You are not required to be a UH student or have a college degree to register. If you chose to enroll directly, you may pay by credit card or check. Please contact us for detailed information at wsmi@uh.edu.

How do I register for the courses?
If you are a registered UH student, please visit UH Admissions at http://www.uh.edu/enroll/admis/welcome.htm for enrollment options. Please see our schedule list for course and sections numbers at http://www.wsmi.uh.edu/undergradschedule.htm. If you are not a registered UH student you can still earn your certification through the Wine & Spirits Management Institute directly. Please contact us at wsmi@uh.edu to verify registration process.

What is the registration deadline for the courses?
Registration for current UH students should follow standard University of Houston guidelines. If you are not a registered UH student, you have until 5 PM on the Friday before class to registered. Please contact us at wsmi@uh.edu for details.

May I register for more than one course at a time?
Yes, you may register for as many courses at one time as you desire. Nine courses are required to earn your CBM (Commercial Beverage Manager) certification and you may take all nine courses in one semester if your schedule permits or spread them out over 3 semesters.

I noticed that the courses for this semester have already started. Can I still sign up for the courses that have not occurred yet?
If you are enrolled with the University of Houston you must follow enrollment deadlines. If you are registered directly with W&SMI you may sign up for any course by noon (central time) the Friday before class.

Is there any particular order or timeline in which I must complete the CBM certification courses?
No, you may take the courses in any order you wish (with the suggestion that you take Consumer Target Marketing before Category Management). It is recommended to complete the required course within 3 semesters.

What if I cannot make the class at the last minute and have to cancel?
If you are a UH registered student you will need to follow UH requirements for dropping the course or receive an F for a final grade unless you have permission from the instructor. If you are registered directly with the Wine & Spirits Management Institute, you have 72 hours before class to cancel or you forfeit your fees for that course.