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SPONSORED CONTENT: Le Cordon Bleu and Birkbeck, University of London, partner to offer the most comprehensive culinary management qualification 

The world’s most renowned culinary institute, Le Cordon Bleu London, has formed an alliance with Birkbeck, University of London, to jointly offer the culinary industry management BBA honours degree. This unique programme brings together the most essential components for those seeking a management career in the world of food and hospitality. Combining a robust foundation in culinary techniques together with management studies, this innovative course is the ultimate in modern food business education. 

At a time when the demand for high quality food (from Michelin star restaurants to gastropubs to "pop up" eateries) has never been higher, the impetus is on the education industry to equip tomorrow’s entrepreneurs with the necessary skills. This new BBA from Le Cordon Bleu and Birkbeck has been devised specifically to meet industry demands, combining essential project management and development skills required of today’s leading food entrepreneurs. With a global perspective, students will be given a unique insight into the operations of both small food businesses as well as large scale corporations. 

Birkbeck and Le Cordon Bleu London are two of the world’s leading education providers, excelling in their individual fields. Le Cordon Bleu has long been recognised for its dedication and commitment to delivering the highest standard of culinary education. Its London campus boasts some of the most advanced teaching facilities and equipment to prepare students for a successful career. Birkbeck is recognised at a global level as being one of the front-runners in academic research and provision of teaching excellence. 

Speaking of this exciting addition to the already extensive programme offering at Le Cordon Bleu London, chef Emil Minev, culinary arts director, said: “As a century-old institution, Le Cordon Bleu has long been at the forefront of culinary innovation and education. Adding something of the calibre of this bachelor’s honours degree to our programme offering, as well as partnering with the respected Birkbeck, University of London, is a significant milestone.

"We believe that this programme is uniquely positioned to offer future generations the opportunity to gain real life experience and knowledge of a rapidly growing and multifaceted industry.” 

Anita Walsh, senior lecturer at Birkbeck, added: “This latest partnership is a fitting chapter in Birkbeck’s long history of meeting the needs of working Londoners and will well-equip those looking to seize the chance to become part of the next generation of culinary leaders. We are very much looking forward to welcoming students for the first intake at the beginning of the next academic year.”