Kendall College, Chicago, Illinois, US, which offers a four-year undergraduate programme prides itself on its vibrant hospitality and business centres. Kendall has been consistently ranked the number one school in Chicago for preparing students for hospitality and culinary careers (TNS Global – 2013). Emily Williams Knight, President, Kendall College, talks shop on their courses, career prospects and more.
What courses are offered?
Culinary Arts: Bachelor of Arts in Culinary Arts, a four-year programme; Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts for seven semesters when attending full-time or 13 quarters when participating part- time; Associates of Applied Science in Culinary Arts, Accelerated Programme, a five semester course; Associate of Applied Science Degree in Baking and Pastry, six semester programme, and the Kendall College Culinary Certificate of Participation which can be obtained in under a year. The American Culinary Federation Education Accrediting Commission (ACFEAC) has accredited the Culinary Arts Associate Programme since 1988 and the Baking and Pastry Associate Programme since 2008.
Hospitality: Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Management, with concentrations in asset management, beverage management, sports management, hotel/lodging management, and meeting, incentive, convention and exhibition (MICE), restaurant/food and beverage management and sustainable management in hospitality and tourism
Business: Bachelor of Arts in Business with concentrations in management and small business management
Early Childhood Education: BA in Early Childhood Education with Illinois Teacher Licensure, BA in Early Childhood Education (non-licensure); Illinois Teacher Licensure Preparation, with focus on childhood nutrition, English as a second language, infants and toddlers, grant management, small business management and special education
What’s the USP of your courses?
Culinary Arts — The School of Culinary Arts prepares students for successful careers and eventual leadership roles across the food service industry through strong professional skill development, comprehensive and current understanding of the food service industry, environmental awareness, and exemplary professional demeanor.
Hospitality — The School of Hospitality Management draws from the quality of European service culture and the strength of American management practice, and the programme educates future leaders for the global hospitality industry through a hallmark blend of experiential and theoretical learning.
Business — The mission of the School of Business is to transform students into globally conscious decision makers who are employment ready and poised for future leadership positions within the services industries.
Early Childhood Education — The School of Education is committed to preparing teacher candidates with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of exemplary educators who work in diverse settings and utilise the best educational practices based on research and theory.
Kendall’s English Language Institute in Chicago offers you the unique opportunity to receive intensive language instruction immersed in American culture.
We are committed to the professional development of our students. Through career-focused, real-world programmes taught by experienced practitioners, Kendall delivers prepared, polished and creative-thinking problem solvers that gives them a proven professional edge in the US and beyond. Culinary students have the advantage of learning from a Culinary Advisory Board, comprising top industry professionals from across the globe, who guide the development of the curriculum based on industry trends, insights and developments. Culinary students also gain valuable experience in three dining areas on campus — a Michelin-recommended public fine dining restaurant — The Dining Room and a quick service restaurant and the school café.
What are the career prospects?
Giving global exposure to students has been an intrinsic part of the college’s curriculum. We take students periodically to other countries. For instance, we took them on a two-week trip to France, Thailand and Mexico; we pair up with a hotel or a culinary school so that they have the opportunity to cook with a local chef and learn about the place’s culture. The college has a career service department to help students with internships. Details at www.kendall.edu.
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