PROGRAMMES

Degree in Gastronomy

The degree in gastronomy at Girne American University has been created as a comprehensive training project that aims to train future executives and professionals in gastronomy, hospitality, and catering.

Its approach, guided by the vision and experience of Master Class Education in the field of haute cuisine and hospitality, aims for the international projection of the student.

My network of e-schools around the world offers the possibility of taking part in the course content at universities on other continents, completing the deep international experience with training in the English language.

Learning from personal guidance enhances the development of leadership skills and entrepreneurship, meeting the needs of an increasingly

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Uniqueness Suits You

Culinary Health Education Fundamentals

Most Nutritionist clinicians grapple with the challenge of enabling patients to be drivers of their own wellness regimen. Nutrition is a vital part of Lifestyle Medicine, which not only prevents disease, but is integral to the treatment, management (and reversal) of many noncommunicable chronic diseases (NCDs) such as type-2 diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, stroke, many cancers including breast and colon, depression, anxiety, osteoarthritis, and sexual health issues.

Attendees receive the latest updates of the culinary coaching approach and acquire new skills, tools, and resources to empower patients to adopt sustainable nutritious home-cooking behavior. This course provides education and experience that will keep Nutritionist at the forefront of this critical global trend, leading by example to improve and increase healthy eating for patients and themselves.

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Work & Study Programmes

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GASTRONOMY

Commis Chef

The holder of this badge is a professional cook who has experience of working in a food service operation. They are part of a kitchen brigade and responsible for performing a variety of basic cooking and baking tasks,
under the supervision of a professional chef.

Sous Chef

The holder of this badge is a professional chef with experience in supervising kitchen operations. As part of their role, this individual is responsible either for managing a team of chefs de partie or for contributing to managing an entire food service operation, under the direction of a chef de cuisine or executive chef.

Chef de Cuisine

The holder of this badge is a professional chef with a proven track record in managing a food service operation. This individual is responsible for the overall running of a professional kitchen which includes planning and supervising the food production, leading and developing the kitchen staff, budgeting and forecasting and the implementation of the revenue plan for the kitchen.
A chef de cuisine may also be referred to as a head chef.

Executive Chef

The holder of this Worldchefs badge is a professional chef with an in-depth knowledge of culinary arts and a proven track record in creating dishes which have been recognised for culinary excellence. This individual has extensive professional cooking experience and is either employed as an executive chef, corporate executive chef (or equivalent) or run their own business.

Culinary Trainer

The holder of this badge is a professional with an in-depth knowledge of the culinary industry and a proven track record in teaching, training and people development. This individual has experience in working in a professional kitchen and is currently engaged in a full-time, part-time or voluntary educator role.

Master Chef

HOSPITALITY

Restaurant Operation

The holder of this badge is an industry professional who has a proven track record in managing restaurants and an extensive knowledge of the hospitality industry. This individual is responsible for the operational running of a restaurant which includes managing all departments, leadin and developing people, budgeting and forecasting, operational planning and the implementation of the restaurant strategic plan.

Hotel Operation

The holder of this badge is an industry professional who has a proven track record in managing hotels and/or hospitality establishments with accommodation and an extensive knowledge of the hospitality industry. This individual is responsible for the operational running of the hotel / establishment which includes managing all departments, leading and developing people, budgeting and forecasting, operational planning and the implementation of the establishment strategic plan.

Restaurant General Manager

The holder of this badge is a senior level professional in a leadership role with an overall accountability for the strategic direction and business performance of a restaurant. This individual has an in-depth knowledge of the hospitality industry and a proven track record in leading a senior management team, managing commercial operations to deliver targets within budget and the creation and implementation of strategic plans.

Hotel General Manager

The holder of this badge is a senior level professional in a leadership role with an overall accountability for the strategic direction and business performance of a hotel or a hospitality establishment with accommodation. This individual has an in-depth knowledge of the hospitality industry and a proven track record in leading a senior management team, managing commercial operations to deliver targets within budget and the creation and implementation of strategic plans.

Hospitality Trainer

The holder of this badge is a professional with an in-depth knowledge of the Hospitality industry and a proven track record in teaching, training and people development. This individual has experience in working in a Tourism and is currently engaged in a full-time, part-time or voluntary educator role.

Multi Site Director

The holder of this badge is an executive level professional in a leadership role with an overall accountability for the strategic direction and business performance of a group of restaurants or hospitality establishments with multiple sites. This individual has an in-depth knowledge of the hospitality industry and a proven track record in managing large scale hospitality operations to deliver against a corporate vision as well as short- and longterm targets and goals.

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Short Programmes

Culinary Arts & Business
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Create, practice and manage a world-class culinary business in a globally competitive environment. These innovative programs focus on developing knowledge and appreciation of fine food and wine in a ‘farm to plate’ context, and how this is successfully applied in a range of business oriented culinary settings.

Tourism, Conventions & Events
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In a globalised world the tourism industry is a doorway to excitement, travel and learning. Learn what makes a great destination.

Wine & Spirits
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Our wine and spirits programmes provide training with specific focus in various alcoholic beverages in order to best appreciate and serve them. Courses range from initiation modules to Food and Wine Pairing to Wine Management.

Continuing Education
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A range of culinary and higher education programmes are offered to expand one’s knowledge, create opportunities, advance careers or take them in new directions, enhance skills, and encourage new ways of thinking and understanding.

Plant-Based Culinary Arts
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This Diploma focuses on crafting dishes solely from plants, providing a creative repertoire of product knowledge, skills, and recipes. Within the programme students will explore a wide range of vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, grains and pulses.

Online Learning-Accredited
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Our online delivery offers the same rigorous curriculum as our on campus programmes with the flexibility to help you to achieve the important balance between work and life while studying in real-time.