The Restaurant Management Certificate prepares students for careers in food and beverage operations. Students gain background information on service techniques, food and beverage knowledge, and management skills required for entry-level supervisory positions. Coursework provides students with professional preparation focusing on the concepts and principles in advanced food and beverage production and service; layout and design; advanced food and beverage management; and dining service.
At the completion of this certificate, students will be able to develop a restaurant business plan, differentiate between the different styles of dining service; demonstrate appropriate food planning, production, execution and critique; describe the role of budget standards in planning and control; and determine front and back of the house design and equipment selection based on the menu.
Students who earn this certificate will gain more in-depth management and operational skills and a broader technical background necessary to be successful in today's increasingly diverse food services industry.nbsp;
To receive an undergraduate certificate (at least 15 units) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses from one or more subject matter areas with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.
Federal financial aid is not available for some certificates if the certificate is pursued and completed as a stand-alone certificate (i.e., not completed concurrently with a degree program). See the "Details" tab for additional information.
In addition to University Requirements:
Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.
| Minimum Units for Completion | 15 |
| Major GPA | 2.0 |
| Highest Mathematics Required | MAT 114 |
Student Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
Take the following 15 units with a Grade of 'C' or better in each course:
This certificate may be pursued and completed concurrently with a degree program or as a stand-alone certificate. Federal financial aid cannot be used if the certificate is completed as a stand-alone certificate.
Some courses may have prerequisites. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.