School of Culinary

The School of Culinary offers the Bachelor of Science in Culinary Management (BSCM) program, as well as Diploma and Certificate Programs and Master Classes in Pastry and Bakery arts.

Mission

The School of Culinary Management is committed to mold students to become creative, independent, globally competent, and ethical chefs who are ready for management training and opportunities.

Program Offerings

Bachelor of Science in Culinary Management (BSCM)

To date, the school remains to be the main flagship of Treston International College.

The BSCM program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation (ACF). Students enrolled in the program become members of the ACF and gain access to international culinary standards.

In 2011, the Office of Programs and Standards Development of the Commission on Higher Education (OPSD-CHED) approved the program, making Treston the first to have a formal degree program for Culinary Management.

The School also offers the following, through the Treston-APCA Center (Academy of Pastry & Culinary Arts):

Part-Time Certificate Program in Pastry Arts (12 weekends)
9 Months Advanced Diploma in Pastry & Bakery Arts
Master Classes in Pastry & Bakery Arts with world-renowned international Executive Pastry Chefs

Today, the School continues to evolve with its curriculum that allows a student chef to seamlessly hone his skills, coupled with international accreditation. The School provides valuable experiences in the front and back kitchens with internationally accredited standards and exceptional opportunities. More so, graduates of the program are assured of the needed training and competitions in order to execute operational tasks and management functions in the kitchens.

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Course Description

The School of Culinary Management is committed to mold students to be creative, independent and management-ready and to produce world-class and ethical chefs that are globally competent in the kitchen.

Course Description Guide

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Science in Culinary Management program empowers its graduates to excel in the dynamic culinary industry. Seventy percent of our alumni are employed as chefs, showcasing their mastery in fine dining, hotels and resorts, catering, food production, and food styling. The remaining thirty percent are pursuing entrepreneurial ventures, including restaurant ownership, food blogging, consulting, and food education. Our alumni are living proof that a BS in Culinary Management from Treston International College provides the foundation for a rewarding and successful career in the food industry, both in the Philippines and abroad.

Since 2019, Treston's BSCM has a total of 66 graduates who are well-equipped with advanced culinary management skills and knowledge.

The BSCM program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and employs an outcome-based program. With this, employers are assured that students are work-ready and have skills that meet international standards.Prior to graduation, the School of Culinary Management allows its students to get the best culinary experiences through local internships or exposure abroad through the Cultural Exchange program. This is made possible in partnership with Career Opportunities and Consulting International Corporation.

Graduates of the School of Culinary Management can advance their careers in the international fields of:

Food Service
Kitchen Operations
Food Production
Nutrition
Catering and Entrepreneurship
Restaurant Management or Operations
Banquets and Events
Hotel Management or Operations

Our Statistics

Treston International College takes pride in its commitment to producing exceptional leaders in their professional fields. With a noteworthy 62% graduation rate in 2022, it has increased to 83% in 2023, and is consistently high in 2024 at 80%. Job placement also improved, reaching 80% by 2024. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted ACF certification, Treston International College is now more than prepared to reclaim its proven reputation for producing top-tier ACF-certified graduates setting the standard for excellence in the culinary industry.

Affiliations

American Culinary Federation

Academy of Pastry & Culinary Arts

Admissions for SY 2024-2025 is now open.

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