Beverage Management Certificate

This certificate will provide increased knowledge and understanding of skills as related to the beverage management industry. Students must be accepted to the University and take courses for credit. The cost of the program is the same as undergraduate tuition for degree-seeking students. Students with similar courses in their prior experience may request that courses be transferred to meet part of the certificate requirements.

Admission and Graduation Requirements

This certificate program is open to all undergraduate, degree-seeking students and to non-degree-seeking students. To be awarded the program certificate, the student must meet the following requirements:

1. review the certificate program plan with an advisor prior to enrollment;
2. achieve a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher in the certificate program;
3. present evidence of Serv-Safe or TIPS responsible alcohol service credentials prior to graduation. Certificate must be dated no more than three years prior to program completion;
4. earn at least a “C” or better in each of the certificate courses; and
5. earn a minimum of 60% of required courses at MSU Denver.

Advising and Contact Information

Individuals interested in this certificate program should contact the Department of Hospitality, Tourism and Events  at 303-556-3152 to schedule an appointment for an advising session.