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Restaurant and Catering Management Degree
A college program at Indiana University – Purdue University – Indianapolis in Restaurant and Catering Management is an area of study in business focused on the delicate blend of hospitality, business acumen, and fine cuisine. Get more details below including other Indiana colleges that offer restaurant and catering management degrees.
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Indiana University – Purdue University – Indianapolis
2101 E Coliseum Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), Indiana's top urban university, is considered by U.S. News and World Report to be one of the top five "up and coming" universities in America. IUPUI has top-ranked programs in public and environmental affairs, law, nursing and health.
IUPUI offers 200 different degree programs from both Indiana and Purdue universities. It boasts 21 schools and, since it is located near downtown Indianapolis, offers many opportunities for civic involvement, internships, business and research partnerships, and more.
Known predominantly through the years as a research and health sciences university, IUPUI has expanded to include many innovative and interdisciplinary programs. Its mission statement promises to deliver the following to its constituents:
- Teaching and Learning
- Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity
With each of these core activities characterized by:
- Collaboration within and across disciplines and with the community
- A commitment to ensuring diversity, and
- Pursuit of best practices
History
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis was founded in 1969 as a partnership between two universities: Indiana University and Purdue University. The partnership was formed in order to combine all the various schools of both universities together, in one location. 2005 marked the year when all the IUPUI schools had moved to one campus in Indianapolis, the IUPUI campus, a few short blocks from the Indiana State Capitol.
Academics
The IUPUI academic calendar follows the semester system, with fall, spring and summer sessions.
Colleges and Schools
IUPUI has 21 schools, with many departments in each, offering 200 academic degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. Many professional certificates are also offered.
- IU Herron School of Art and Design
- IU Kelley School of Business
- IU School of Continuing Studies
- IU Graduate School
- IU School of Dentistry
- IU School of Education
- Purdue School of Engineering and Technology
- IU School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
- IUPUI Honors College
- IU School of Informatics
- IU School of Journalism
- IU School of Law
- IU School of Liberal Arts
- IU School of Library and Information Science
- IU School of Medicine
- IU School of Nursing
- IU School of Physical Education and Tourism Management
- IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs
- Purdue School of Science
- IU School of Social Work
- IUPUI University College
Student Life
The Office of Student Involvement, true to its name, encourages students to become involved in one of the many student clubs or organizations available on campus. IUPUI promotes the idea that each student should find his/her niche in the campus community to enrich the educational experience. To that end, there are many fraternities and sororities available to students, as well as many intramural sports leagues, and more.
Athletics
The IUPUI "Jaguars" athletics teams compete in several intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming & Diving
- Tennis
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming & Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Community Life
IUPUI is dedicated to its many programs involving students in civic engagement, and it has been recognized for its commitment to these efforts. The IUPUI Center for Service and Learning offers many programs for community involvement that include volunteering with non-profit agencies, participation in a service learning course, voluntary work for political campaigns, employment in community work-study positions, and more.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Restaurant and Catering Management program at Indiana University – Purdue University – Indianapolis, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Food Service Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, food service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.1% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Fort Wayne, IN
- Total Employment: 270
- Average Hourly Rate: $26.16
- Average Annual Salary: $54420
Chefs and Head Cooks
Description
Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.
First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers
Description
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in preparing and serving food.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, first-line supervisors of food preparation and serving workers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.9% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Fort Wayne, IN
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $15.78
- Average Annual Salary: $32820
Cooks, Private Household
Description
Prepare meals in private homes. Includes personal chefs.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students Indiana University – Purdue University – Indianapolis accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Indiana University – Purdue University – Indianapolis may provide services to students like:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care
Intercollegiate Athletics
Indiana University – Purdue University – Indianapolis is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Horizon League)
- Track and Field (Horizon League)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball