Would you like an opportunity to learn to handle all facets of restaurant operations? If so, Le Cordon Bleu offers the convenience of the Associate of Occupational Studies in Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality and Restaurant Management program. Learn more about it here.
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<h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3>
<p>The Associate of Occupational Studies in Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality and Restaurant Management program is designed to provide theoretical and practical instruction. This online program was created for you if you are an aspiring professional who wants an opportunity to acquire knowledge of the business side of hospitality management. Some areas of study could include food and beverage management, wine studies, dining room management, cost control, and food terminology. You will also be able to explore business law as it pertains to the hospitality industry. Virtual classroom activities might include chat sessions, discussion forums, and presentations as well as a group project.
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<h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3>
<p>You should have natural leadership qualities if you are considering this program. You must also be organized, customer-oriented, and willing to put in long hours. A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required for Le Cordon Bleu's programs.
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<h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3>
<p>This is a 95-credit program that comprises core and general education courses. They are as follows:
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<p><u>Core Curriculum Courses</u>
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<table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th> Course Title</th></tr>
<tr><td>LCBC 101 </td><td> College Success for Online Programs</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBC 125 </td><td> Cost Control & Purchasing</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBC 135 </td><td> Nutrition</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBC 215 </td><td> Hospitality Supervision & Entrepreneurship</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBC 225 </td><td> Wine & Beverage</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 100 </td><td> Introduction to Hospitality Industry</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 115 </td><td> Food Safety & Sanitation for Hospitality</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 151 </td><td> Food Terminology</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 156 </td><td> Food History</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 211 </td><td> Information Technology Systems</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 221 </td><td> Beverage Service Operations</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 225 </td><td> Food Service Operations</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 231 </td><td> Introduction to Tourism</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 241 </td><td> Hotel & Lodging Operations</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 250 </td><td> Hospitality Business Law</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 261 </td><td> Club Management</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 270 </td><td> Hospitality Leadership Systems</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 280 </td><td> Hospitality Marketing</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 291 </td><td> Dining Room Management</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 295 </td><td> Restaurant Management</td></tr>
<tr><td>LCBH 299 </td><td> Capstone Course</td></tr>
</table><p><u>General Education Requirements</u>
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<table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th> Course Title</th></tr>
<tr><td>COM 115 </td><td> Communication Methods</td></tr>
<tr><td>ENG 105 </td><td> English Composition</td></tr>
<tr><td>LIT 215 </td><td> Topics in Literature</td></tr>
<tr><td>MTH 115 </td><td> General Education Mathematics</td></tr>
<tr><td>PSY 105 </td><td> Psychology</td></tr>
</table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3>
<h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4>
<p>Upon graduating from this associate's degree program, you could have attained the level of culinary and management expertise necessary to oversee kitchen and dining room operations in various types of hospitality establishments. Although some career options could require more experience than others, you might be prepared to pursue positions such as the following at the entry level:
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<ul><li>Restaurant manager trainee
</li><li>Front desk clerk
</li><li>Assistant manager
</li><li>Front desk supervisor
</li><li>Wine steward
</li><li>Assistant catering manager
</li><li>Event coordinator
</li><li>Concierge
</li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4>
<p>If you would like to go on to earn a bachelor's degree in the areas of food service and hospitality management, you might ultimately be able to pursue higher-level career opportunities. Relevant undergraduate programs include but are not limited to:
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<ul><li>Bachelor of Science in Hotel & Restaurant Management
</li><li>Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management</li></ul>
