Introduction

When you walk through the wine & spirits section in the supermarket, have you ever wondered what’s behind all these bottles, and what makes each bottle so unique?

Drinking wine has become increasingly popular in Hong Kong. Consumers enjoy the pleasure of matching wine with different cuisines while executives and professionals find that talking about wine appreciation is a useful means of socializing with business associates. In recent years, spirits are becoming the next trend of drinking, high-end and premium liquors become more and more attractive in consumers' eyes, especially whiskey. Bartenders have raised the bar of the drinking industry and mixing cocktails has become a mixture of creativity and professionalism.

To cater to the need of consumers and professionals, a comprehensive and solid understanding of wine and spirits knowledge and tasting skills would be essential. With the abolition of wine duty, Hong Kong is well on the way to become the Asia's largest wine hub. Knowledgeable professionals and salesmen are in great demand in the industry. It is imperative to have a good foundation of knowledge and skills to excel in the sector.

Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET)

WSET Qualifications

Level 1 Award in Wines Level 2 Award in Wines Level 3 Award in Wines

The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) is the world’s leading provider of professional wine qualifications. Established in 1969, WSET has offered internationally-recognised wine & spirits courses in over 70 countries and more than 15 languages.

The aim of the quality-assured qualifications, WSET Awards, is to provide best-in-class education and qualifications to inspire and empower the world’s wine and spirits professionals and enthusiasts. WSET qualifications are covering wines, spirits and sake.

*The Hong Kong Management Association is a WSET Approved Programme Provider (APP) since 2011
All the WSET Courses are led by WSET Certified Educators

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines

Course Structure

This course provides a basic introduction to the world of wine. It is designed for people who have little or no prior knowledge of wines. The qualification will assist those who need a basic familiarity with the main types and styles of wines, including front line staff involved in the selling and service of wine, and those who work with wines as part of a larger beverage portfolio in the retail and hospitality sectors. It introduces the technique of tasting wine and the characteristics of the common grape varieties used to produce wines.

Learning Outcomes

• Recognize the key stages in grape growing and winemaking
• Familiar with the types, characteristics and styles of wines
• Familiar with the common grape varieties
• Apply basic principles of food and wine matching
• Understand the procedures for storage and service of wines and procedures for opening wines professionally

Session Plan (6 hours: 2 sessions of 3 hours each)

Course Information

For more information and full details on the course requirements, please download the Specification below.

Fee

HKMA Member: $2,200
Non-Member: $2,400
(Includes tuition, wine tasting, WSET Level 1 copyright materials and WSET Level 1 Examination.)

Language

Conducted in Cantonese or English. Textbook / reference materials and exams are in English.

Venue

Sponsor

Terms & Conditions

1. The offer is valid for successful enrolment from 4 February to 15 February 2026 in the above selected programmes.
2. The offer cannot be transferred to other applicants or redeemed for cash.
3. The offer cannot be used in conjunction with other discount offers (including HKMA members discount).
4. The offer is subject to change or cancellation at the sole discretion of the Hong Kong Management Association. In case of any disputes, the decision of the Hong Kong Management Association should be final.
5. Offer is only limited to selected WSET class.

Enquiries

Course Details

General Enquiry / Course Enrolment / Membership