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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Culinary Management

UCSI University

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Program overview

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Culinary Management at UCSI University is specifically designed to develop a range of essential skills, including creative thinking, professional judgment, skeptical inquiry, communication, problem-solving, analytical abilities, and research skills through both classroom instruction and real-world exposure.

The program covers a wide array of topics, from baking and beverages to global cuisines, including the art of garde manger. Students are encouraged to explore research and development within the culinary industry, gaining insights into emerging trends and practices.

Upon graduation, students can expect to work with international employers around the world and have opportunities to climb the corporate ladder in both local and global food and hospitality sectors. Specializations include international hotel and resort management, food manufacturing management, training consultancy, and restaurant consultancy. For those aspiring to be the next culinary leader, this program offers an excellent starting point for their journey!

Entry Requirements

STPM

Minimum TWO principals (C)

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, equivalent , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • Executive Chef
  • Food Production
  • Research and Development
  • Food and Beverage Consultant
  • Food Stylist or Food Media
  • Entrepreneur
  • Educator

Curriculum

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Year 1

  • Fundamentals of Culinary Arts
  • Food Studies
  • Sanitation, Safety and Hygiene
  • Fundamentals of Hospitality and Tourism Industry
  • Pastry and Bakery
  • Beverage Studies
  • Food and Beverage Service
  • Customer Service
  • Hospitality and Tourism Law
  • Human Resource Management (KL Campus)

Year 2

  • Sugar and Chocolate Arts OR French Cuisine (Elective)
  • Art of Garde Manger
  • Business Statistics
  • Nutrition in Foodservice Industry
  • Principles of Marketing (KL Campus)
  • Japanese Language OR German Language OR Mandarin Language OR Korean Language OR French Language (Elective)
  • The Arts of Food Styling
  • Food Media
  • Business Research Methods
  • Cuisine of the World OR Arts of Boulangerie
  • Food and Beverage Cost Control (KL Campus)
  • Independent Project A
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Leadership and Business Performance

Year 3

  • Food Development
  • Asian Cuisine OR Modern Gateau and Petit Four
  • Independent Project B
  • Commercial Food Productions
  • Sustainability Hospitality Operations
  • Co-Operative Placement 1
  • Co-Operative Placement 2

General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.

For Malaysian students:

  • Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
  • (Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
  • (Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)

For foreign students:

  • Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
  • Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
  • (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)

All students:

  • U2 - University Life
  • U4 - Extra-curricular Learning Experience I
  • U4 - Extra-curricular Learning Experience II
  • U4 - Extra-curricular Learning Experience III

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Business manager
  • Marketing specialist
  • Accountant
  • Financial analyst
  • Entrepreneur

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