Brewing Science and Operations, Certificate (Beginning Fall 2019)

Curriculum Overview

Brewing experts in the St. Louis area will teach students the scientific processes of brewing and fermentation, the engineering operations components of brewery, beer style and evaluation, the process used to manage a brewery, and how fermented beverages impact society.

Careers

This completely online Brewing Science & Operations Certificate is specifically targeted to working adults.  The working adult population typically brings a broad range of life experiences and this Certificate will help them update their skills and learn how to apply their experience to the brewing industry.  The list of possible jobs in the brewing industry is very long.  For purposes of this proposal, graduates of the Brewing Science & Operations Certificate will be prepared to pursue in-demand positions in the following broad categories:

• Brewing
• Operations Engineering
• Supply Chain Management
• Hospitality Industry
• Business Development
• Sales, Marketing and Distribution

Fieldwork and Research Opportunities

Students will have the opportunity to visit several St. Louis breweries where Brew Masters will provide guided lectures and first-hand demonstrations of the brewing process. Virtual students will also be able to attend these Brewery visits and post questions via streaming video and live chat.

Admission Requirements

• Age: 22 years or older
• Work Experience: at least 3 years or the equivalent 
• Education: high school diploma or composite GED score of at least 2250
• Interview: successful completion of an admission meeting with an admissions counselor. This can be done over the phone or on campus
• Grade Point Average: min transfer cumulative GPA of 2.5 (unless qualified for conditional admittance)

Admission Procedures

Step 1 — Complete Application

Complete the application for admission online at https://www.slu.edu/online. Applications are accepted and processed on a rolling basis. Students are encouraged to apply for admission at least one month before the term in which they wish to enroll.

Step 2 – Request official Transcripts

Have official transcripts mailed directly from all previously attended colleges to:

School for Professional Studies
Attention: Admissions
3840 Lindell Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63108

Applicants seeking a degree or certificate who have not earned a bachelor’s degree must obtain official transcripts for all previous college course work. If students have never attended college or have less than 15 credits of transferable college credits they will need to provide official high school or GED transcripts.

Applicants seeking a certificate who have a bachelor’s degree need only provide an official transcript from their primary higher education institution or evidence of a high school diploma or GED.

Non-degree applicants only need to provide unofficial copies as needed for prerequisites.

Step 3 — Meet with Admissions Counselor

Contact an admissions counselor to discuss the status of the application and educational and career goals. Students may schedule an appointment to speak with an admissions counselor at the St. Louis campus or over the phone in certain instances. Appointments are available during business hours and weekday evenings.

A writing and/or math assessment test may be necessary during or shortly after the admissions meeting.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

There are two principal ways to help finance a Saint Louis University education:

• Scholarships: awarded based on academic achievement, service, leadership and financial need.   The School for Professional Studies offers numerous scholarships and awards specially for new students.
• Financial Aid: provided in the form of grants and loans, some of which require repayment.

To determine eligibility for financial assistance, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) early for maximum consideration. FAFSA is available online at: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov

For information on other scholarships and financial aid, visit the student financial services office online at http://finaid.slu.edu.

1. Graduates will be able to apply the scientific processes (chemical, biological and physical) of brewing and fermentation. 
2. Graduates will be able to describe the engineering operations components of a brewery. 
3. Graduates will be able to explain beer style and evaluation.
4. Graduates will be able to explain the processes used to manage a brewery.  
5. Graduates will be able to describe how fermented beverages impact society (history, community, society, economic.)

Continuation Standards

Students must maintain a minimum 2.00 GPA.

Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.  

Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.

This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester.  Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.