Tea 108 – The Business of Tea
In this online course you’ll learn about the various layers that make up the tea industry—commodity trader and auctions, packers and retailers. Who are they, what do they do and what are the challenges faced in each sector.
Prerequisite: TEA 101
Note: Students are only permitted to enrol in 2 courses at the same time.
| Topics explored include: | Included in course registration: |
|---|---|
| Importers Packers Retailers Scope of the industry Market overview Government Regulations Cupping/Tasting |
Teas Two live tutorials with instructor Online learning platform – “Schoology” Videos explaining cupping/tasting Digital Course Book on learning platform |
Length: Tea 108 is a six week course, with the suggestion that you designate approximately 3 hours each week to read, watch the video, complete the cupping and participate in online discussions. There will be a live tutorial held twice for you to participate in and ask questions. One will be a compulsory live tutorial, the second will be live open office hours. Students’ marks will be based on completing the lessons in ‘Schoology’, attending the tutorial, presentation, multiple choice examination, and blind cupping
Duration: 6 weeks
Dates: August 26 – September 30, 2019
Live Tutorial: September 9, 2019 (12:30pm – 1pm EST & 7:30pm – 8pm EST)
Open Office: September 23, 2019 (11:30am – 12:30pm & 6pm – 7pm EST)
Exam: Blind Cupping, Written exam (online), Live oral presentation (Skype) – September 30, 2019
Registration deadline: August 22, 2019
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August 26, 2019 - September 30, 2019
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