Diploma in International Culinary Arts
by GESTO Culinary & Hospitality AcademyChennai, Vijayawada, Porvorim, Hyderabad, Margao |
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| Certification: | AHA |
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| Medium of instruction: | English |
Certification
American Hospitality Academy (AHA), USA
Overview
The Diploma in International Culinary Arts is a unique program designed to train and develop future leaders of the hospitality industry. This program is affiliated to American Hotel & Lodging Association and National Restaurant Association. The course duration is spread over 2 years with a 1-year internship (optional). The course helps the student understand in depth, the hotel and catering operations. It also gives students hands-on work experience and monitored training through practical classes .The students shall also be awarded with three online certifications from American Hospitality Academy, USA, World Campus. The modules act as finishing school program for students.
Entry requirements
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The minimum qualification for admission is 10+2 system of Senior Secondary Education or its equivalent with English as one of the compulsory subjects.
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The maximum age limit is 25 years for candidates as on 1st July, 2013.
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The applicant should be medically fit and the same should be certified by a registered medical officer.
Aim
The aim of this course is to provide education to students who aspire to get management positions in hospitality organizations in both, private as well as public sectors of industry. Students are introduced, through this course, to the wide choice of career opportunities available within the hospitality/ tourism industry. On successful completion of the degree, the graduates gain knowledge on the following aspects:
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The capacity and desire to read analytically on a range of appropriate material, to think logically and to communicate clearly
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The technical and managerial skills and product knowledge necessary for a career in the hospitality/ tourism industry
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An interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving and decision making
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The personal competence necessary for careers at managerial level and operational levels
Curriculum - Diploma in International Culinary Arts
Year-1
Semester 1
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Service Basics
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Business Communication
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Hospitality and Tourism Today
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Introduction to Culture
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Introduction to Culinary Arts
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Fundamentals of Food & Beverage
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Community Service
Practical
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Knife skills
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Principles of Cooking
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Stocks and Sauces
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Soups e. Eggs & Breakfast
Semester 2
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Applied Math
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Purchasing & Product Identification
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Nutrition in Food Service
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Food Sanitation & Safety
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Event Management
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Service Management
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Professional Cooking – 1
Practical
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Goan Cuisine
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Baking Principals
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Breads
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Meat, Poultry & Fish
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Salads & Dressings
Year-2
Semester 3
- Internship in Indian Star Hotels
Semester 4
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Wine & Bar Management
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Revenue & Menu Management
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Human Resource Management
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Professional Cooking – II
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Professional Baking & Pastry
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Cuisines around the world
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Service Leadership
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Career Planning & Finishing Soft Skills
Practical
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Desserts
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Fruits
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Vegetables
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Plating Techniques
Semester - 5 & 6 - AHA Internship for 1 Year
Paid internship in U.S.A. or other countries subject to successful completion of course and provision of Visa
Career & Placement Opportunities
We are proud to boast about the 100% placement records of the past years
Global growth and development of tourism has opened up innumerable openings. As a result, graduates can look forward to the following career opportunities:
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Management Trainee in Hotels and allied industries
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Guest/ Customer Relation Executive in Hotels and other service sectors
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Kitchen Management Trainee in Hotels
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Flight Kitchens also offer opportunities for career building
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Hospitals and institutional Catering Executives
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Faculty in Hotel Management/ Food Craft institutes (after gaining industry experience)
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Cabin Crew in national and international airlines
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Catering Officer or Chef in Cruise Lines
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Marketing/ Sales Executive for restaurants
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Executive in Tourism Development Corporations and resort properties
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Self-employed entrepreneurs
The Training & Placement cell provides excellent infrastructure to support every stage of the placement process. Arrangement of pre-training and placements discussions, written test, interviews and group discussion are made as per the requirements of the organization as well as the students. A regular corporate interaction weaves the thread to create a mosaic for 100% placements.
| Classroom - Regular | ||||
| When | Duration | Where | Remarks | Price |
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3 Years |
All Venues | Not Specified | Price On Request |
Vijayawada, Governorpet (Branch):- 27-14-60, 1st & 2nd Floor, Rajagopalachari Street Governorpet Governorpet, Vijayawada - 520 002, Andhra Pradesh, India
Porvorim, Porvorim (Administrative Office):- Next to Hero Honda Show Room Porvorim, Porvorim - 403 521, Goa, India
Hyderabad, Begampet (Branch):- D - NO - 1 - 8 - 613, Prakash Nagar Opp. to Old Begumpet Airport Begampet, Hyderabad - 500 016, Andhra Pradesh, India
Margao, M Menezes Road (Branch):- 3rd Floor, Niana Gracias Plaza Next to Police Station M Menezes Road, Margao - 403 601, Goa, India
GESTO Culinary & Hospitality Academy
‘Gesto Culinary & Hospitality Academy’ is a network of educational institutions dedicated to develop quality manpower and finest leaders for the Culinary and Hospitality industry with the means of best standard operating best practices. The Academy has presence in 11 States with 4 own campuses and 37 partner campuses across India and trains over 3000 students every year. The Academy has been the winner of ‘International Star Award’ for World Quality Commitment in the Gold category, by Business Initiative Directions, Spain. GESTO Academy is a hospitality training initiative of Emerge Learning Services (P) Ltd, one of the fastest growing Skill Development institutions in India.
GESTO is the Portuguese word for 'Gesture'. A gesture is usually defined as a physical movement or verbal expression to convey an idea, sentiment, attitude or courtesy. At GESTO, we are committed to translate this simple idea into a lifelong philosophy. As professionals in the hospitality industry, we are all well aware of the physical gestures which are often used to greet guests, communicate with colleagues and delegate tasks in the workplace, but here at GESTO, we take these gestures a step further. GESTO signifies not only physical actions but also the strength of character, the zest for life, respect for work and the personal satisfaction that comes from superb performance on the job as well as in the classroom. Our deep belief in this concept is reflected in the choice of our name!
GESTO, by understanding the industry needs and in turn the Skill Development needs, continues to evolve World Class Training Programs with the means of R&D, innovation, technology methods and creativity. In our institutions across India, the focus is on people and emphasis is on skill and personality development for a purpose. Two dimensional focus of 'Technical Knowhow' and 'Hands-on Experience' leads to Personality Development an
Vision
To be a leader in delivering world-class education in Hospitality & Culinary arts and be the most preferred choice of Students, Trainers & Industry.
Mission
To be the thought Leader Academy in Hospitality & Culinary Skills Development, its Industry applications and for best-in-class :
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Research & Development
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Education & Training Programs
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Teaching & Learning Resources
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Technology & Career Solutions
Aim
To become India’s leading Hospitality Management institution by year 2016, providing ‘Career oriented skill’ and ‘professional development’ training for hospitality and service related industries through technology-enabled means.
Academy Laurels
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GESTO Culinary & Hospitality Academy is the first and the only ‘Hotel Management Academy’ in the world to win the ‘International Star Award’ for World Quality Commitment in the Gold category, by Business Initiative Directions, Spain.
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GESTO Students are placed in premium hotels like ‘The Oberoi’ and ‘Hyatt’ Groups. Refer to the full list here.
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Our students are also placed in ‘Norwegian Cruise Liner’ and ‘P & O Cruise Liner’.
The Academy is proud to be associated with world leaders in Hospitality and Culinary education:
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American Hospitality Academy, South Carolina, USA (AHA)
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International Center for Culinary Arts, Dubai (ICCA)
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Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
GESTO ‘go green’ initiative through eLearning:
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Pioneer in the Online and Technology-enabled hospitality training in India
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First Academy to provide Online Hotel Management Degree, M.B.A., Post Graduate and Diploma Programs through Web-based LMS (Learning Management System)
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First Academy to offer Live Telecast of Practical Sessions of the Expert Trainer sessions and classes through Virtual Class mode
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First Academy to offer Recorded Theory and Practical Sessions
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Students can now study from anywhere at any time through GESTO Online Hospitality Management Course... Education made easy…
Premium Work Placements for Students
International Placements
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Norwegian Cruise Line
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P&O Cruises
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Compass Group Singapore
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Maple Heights Catering, USA
Placements in India
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The Oberoi Group
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Hyatt
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Marriott International
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The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts
