The National Restaurant Association estimates that the restaurant industry is expected to add 1.6 million jobs over the next decade. Couple that with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report that bachelor’s degrees lead to 42% more weekly earnings than associates, and you can see why this food business leadership program is so vital to your career.
It’s the ideal formula for success. Greater opportunity + greater earning potential = an amazing food business career. And with your CIA bachelor’s degree in hand, you’ll have plenty of next-level leadership paths to choose, in areas such as:
- Food and beverage management
- Corporate foodservice
- Restaurants and catering
- Hotels and resorts
- School foodservice
- And so much more!
So many possibilities—and our Career Services staff will continue to help you every step of the way. There’s no network like the CIA network, and yours will grow even wider with your bachelor’s degree.
You’ve already joined the ranks of celebrated CIA alumni who are making a difference in every segment of the industry. Now it’s time to take your place as an influential leader in the food world.
The 60-credit BBA in Food Business Leadership includes:
- 30 credits in liberal arts requirements
- 30 credits in business leadership requirements
You will get a carefully designed mix of in-depth food- and beverage-focused management, business, and liberal arts courses that build on the CIA’s renowned culinary or baking and pastry arts core.
Requirements for Admission
- An associate degree in culinary arts or baking and pastry arts from The Culinary Institute of America—You must have graduated from the CIA at least four years ago, and have four years of full-time work experience with progressive levels of responsibility after graduation.
- Résumé or CV.
- Essay—Submit an essay of at least 300 words that describes your purpose for undertaking this program, professional plans and career goals, and how the program is positioned to help you achieve your goals.
How to Apply