Bachelor of Business (International Restaurant Management)

Le Cordon Bleu Australia Pty Limited

CRICOS Institution Code 02380M

Duration

156 weeks

Delivery

On-campus lectures, tutorials, workshops, plus 2 x 6-month work-integrated-learning placements

Study Load

Full-time (part-time available for domestic students)

Intakes

January, May, August

Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Business (International Restaurant Management) is a three-year degree combining culinary excellence with business acumen, preparing graduates for management-level careers in restaurant businesses, food and beverage consultancy and food production and service — with a full year of real industry experience built in across two 6-month placements.

Year 1 combines core business subjects with Food and Beverage Service and Cuisine double units; Year 2 begins the industry placements alongside Marketing, Wine Fundamentals and an advanced Culinary Practice double unit; Year 3 covers Restaurant Concepts, Hospitality Financial Management, Human Resource Management and Food and Wine Philosophy, plus a further two placements.

On completion you're awarded the CRICOS-registered Bachelor of Business (International Restaurant Management) along with 12 months of work experience, preparing graduates for roles such as Restaurant Manager, Catering Manager, Event Manager and Sommelier.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Adelaide

101 Currie St, ADELAIDE, SA 5000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

$61,320

Duration

156 weeks

Intakes

January, May, August

Study Mode

Full-time or part-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Minimum age: 18 years or older when the program commences.
Academic: Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with an ATAR of 60, or equivalent interstate/overseas secondary education. No ATAR is required for mature-age applicants (21+) with at least 3 years' relevant supervisory/management work experience.
English proficiency (international applicants): 6.0 Academic IELTS, with no band score below 5.5.
Credit: Academic Credit / RPL is assessed on application for applicants with prior higher education or VET study.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Restaurant Manager
Catering Manager
Event Manager
Cafe or Restaurant Owner
Resort Manager / General Manager
Food and Beverage Manager
Sommelier

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units17 units

COMM102

Reasoning and Communication

ACCT101

Accounting Principles and Practice

MGMT103

Management and Organisational Behaviour

GAST211

Food and Beverage Service (Double Unit)

GAST212

Cuisine (Double Unit)

WORK101

Foundation Theory and Practical

WORK202

Hospitality Industry Experience A

WORK203

Hospitality Industry Experience B

MRKT101

Introduction to Marketing

GAST213

Wine Fundamentals

GAST305

Culinary Practice (Double Unit)

GAST206

Restaurant Concepts

ACCT201

Hospitality Financial Management

HRMT201

Human Resource Management

GAST306

Food and Wine Philosophy

WORK301

Hospitality Industry Experience C

WORK302

Hospitality Industry Experience D

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the program for?

Applicants who wish to forge a career in restaurant management, learning to master the fundamentals of hospitality as well as strategic management principles.

What qualification will I gain?

Successful graduates gain a Bachelor of Business (International Restaurant Management) along with 12 months of work experience.

What are the entry requirements and ATAR for this program?

Satisfactory completion of Australia Year 12 or an equivalent interstate/overseas secondary education with an ATAR of 60 or higher. Applicants over 21 may be considered as mature-age students with relevant work experience.

What assessment types are included?

Assessment methods vary and include a combination of examinations, tests, essays, reflective journals, reports, projects, written assignments, oral presentations, and classroom discussions and activities.

What career paths can I pursue after graduation?

Graduates are prepared for management-level careers across the global hospitality sector, including Restaurant Manager, Catering Manager, Event Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, Cafe or Restaurant Owner, General Manager and Resort Manager, and — with a strong foundation in wine expertise — Sommelier.

What are the options for advanced standing, RPL, academic credit, or credit transfer?

You can apply for Academic Credit, which recognises prior study, skills and knowledge. Graduates from recognised institutions providing evidence of their previous studies and industry experience can apply.

What are the FEE-HELP options for Australian students?

Eligible Australian citizens can access FEE-HELP for all or part of their tuition fees, subject to confirmation by the Australian government.

Which Le Cordon Bleu Australia campus offers this course?

This programme is available at Le Cordon Bleu Sydney, delivered in association with TAFE NSW, Ryde Campus.

Application

How to Apply

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Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

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