
Core Learning: 180 hours
Practical Labs / Projects: 90 hours
Mentorship / 1:1 Guidance: 30 hours
Online (Self-Paced)
Hybrid (Online + Optional Workshops)
On-Campus (via Partner Institutions)
This 3-month certificate program is designed for chefs, food entrepreneurs, culinary managers, and hospitality professionals who want to master the business side of gastronomy.
Students will learn strategic business planning, financial management, brand development, and innovative business models in the food industry. The program equips participants with practical tools to launch, manage, and scale profitable culinary ventures globally.
Professional Certificate (Advanced-Level Content)
Key principles of food business management
Entrepreneurship mindset in gastronomy
Global culinary market insights
Business plan development
Revenue models for restaurants, catering, and product ventures
Market analysis and trend forecasting
Budgeting and cash flow management
Pricing strategies and profitability optimization
Investment and funding for culinary startups
Brand identity and positioning
Digital marketing, social media, and content strategy
Customer experience and loyalty management
Product development and culinary innovation
Operational scaling and workflow efficiency
Partnerships, collaborations, and global expansion
Develop a comprehensive business plan for a culinary venture
Present a strategic roadmap for launching or scaling the business for certification
Graduates will be able to:
Launch and manage a culinary business successfully
Apply strategic planning and financial management in gastronomy
Build and market strong culinary brands
Innovate products, menus, and services for competitive advantage
Scale operations and lead teams effectively
Navigate global food markets and entrepreneurial challenges
Professional chefs and culinary managers
Food entrepreneurs and startup founders
F&B directors and hotel/restaurant operators
Culinary consultants and educators
Hospitality professionals seeking business mastery
Anyone aiming to excel in global food entrepreneurship
Standard Online (Self-Paced): 2,300 USD Base
Guided Program (Instructor-Led): 5,000 USD Base
Premium Mentorship (1:1 Expert Guidance): 8,200 USD Base
| Region | Standard Online | Guided Program | Premium Mentorship |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA / Canada | $2,700 | $5,700 | $9,200 |
| Western Europe (UK/EU/Scandinavia) | €2,600 / £2,200 | €5,600 / £4,800 | €9,100 / £7,800 |
| GCC (UAE, Oman, Qatar, Saudi, Kuwait, Bahrain) | $2,600 | $5,500 | $9,000 |
| Türkiye | $2,000 | $4,400 | $7,200 |
| East Asia (Japan, S. Korea, Singapore) | $2,450 | $5,200 | $8,800 |
| South Asia (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh) | $1,350 | $3,200 | $5,100 |
| Africa | $1,250 | $2,900 | $4,700 |
| Latin America | $1,500 | $3,400 | $5,200 |