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international Wine Center opened its doors in New York City in 1982. Over its 30-plus years as a wine and spirits school, IWC has helped many thousands of professionals and wine lovers increase their knowledge and discover the pleasures of spirits and wine. In 1994, International Wine Center became the first organization in the U.S. to offer the courses of the prestigious Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET®). In 2003, International Wine Center became the U.S. Headquarters of that organization. WSET® instructs members of the wine and spirit trade as well as consumers internationally; its highest qualification, Diploma, is the traditional pre-requisite necessary for those who wish to become Master of Wine students. WSET courses are available in 73 countries and in 17 languages, and more than 85,000 students per year sit its examinations. To date, 308 individuals who studied at International Wine Center have received the WSET Diploma in Wines & Spirits, including 14 individuals who are now Masters of Wine. In 2015, International Wine Center became licensed by the New York State Department of Education as a Private Career School. International Wine Center instructs approximately 1,000 students annually in the greater New York City area. International Wine Center’s intention is to promote independent-minded wine and spirits study and responsible enjoyment, devoid of promotional interest. IWC’s offices and modern, comfortable classrooms are at 350 Seventh Avenue (29th/30th Sts.) in Manhattan.
