Food & Beverage Industry Management (2+2 program) - B.S

Johnson and Wales University

Learn to Manage a Food-Related Business Want to make your mark in the dynamic, increasingly sophisticated food and beverage industry? If so, you’ll need to be more than just a great chef. This unique 2+2 program is designed to help you sharpen your culinary or baking & pastry arts expertise while developing the business, managerial and critical thinking skills you’ll need to succeed. Your first two years build your technical foundation, while your junior and senior years advance your skills in operations management, beverage appreciation, strategic management and more. Learn industry‐specific business, managerial, front‐of‐the‐house and leadership skills to expand your career prospects far beyond the kitchen. The curriculum emphasizes accounting, management, finance, marketing and human resources to give you the tools to run a food‐related business. The program culminates in managing a full‐service bistro with high‐level standards. Career Possibilities Some professions may require additional study, background checks, certifications, licenses, exams and/or experience as required qualifications for employment. Students are responsible for verifying that they can meet the employment requirements of potential employers. Beverage manager Food service manager Catering manager Corporate food and beverage operator Food service revenue manager Hospitality manager