2 year full-time program
Diploma awarded by Gurugram University, Gurugram, Haryana
Are you ready to take your culinary passion to the next level? Our two-year diploma in culinary arts is the perfect way to turn your culinary dream into a reality. This focused diploma program will provide enough depth in theory and hands-on training to get you industry ready.
Our Culinary School in Gurgaon offers students world-class culinary infrastructure that includes professional-grade kitchens, on-campus farms, a herb garden, a fish pond, and a dairy farm.
Students in the culinary diploma program work in real professional kitchens with experienced culinary faculty and industry-renowned chefs to gain experience in a variety of cooking styles and cuisines. The diploma program is sure to develop, polish, and transform the culinary creativity and technical abilities of students.
Our well-thought-through and the industry-validated curriculum covers the most important and key aspects of culinary arts, from the basics of food preparation to advanced cooking techniques and menu planning, and get’s you ready for a career in the culinary domain.
Applied learning through on-campus farms, herb garden, fish pond, dairy farm, student-managed food trucks and student-led events.
Academic partnership with IHG, world’s largest hotel company, in the form of an IHG Academy
Demonstrated record of placement at global hospitality chains like Accor, InterContinental Hotels Group, Starwood, Hyatt, Oberoi, J. W. Marriot, Taj Hotels & Resorts, and Carlson
Compete in university and hospitality industry-relevant competition
Demonstrated record of over two decades of excellence in academics and research
Numerous ‘Employee of the Month’ and ‘Gold Awards’ have been won by the students during the Supervised Work Experience (SWE) training
Record of merit-based full year paid internships in England, France, Dubai, Malaysia, Mauritius, Germany, and India
Self-organized well received food festivals and events created and executed by students
100 percent placements at management trainee/management positions in leading organizations
Many alumni have started successful entrepreneurial ventures
Class 12 of the Indian School System with minimum 50% (in best 4 subjects) in CBSE, ICSE or equivalent accreditation. (Given the cancellation of class 12th board exams, we are processing all applicants based on their pre-board results.)
Test to establish aptitude and an interview will be conducted
Selection is based on a personal interview and aptitude test
A candidate can either fill the online application form or download it from the website and send the duly filled application form to the address mentioned on the form along with a draft of Rs.1500 drawn in the favour of “Umak Educational Trust” payable at Gurugram. Candidate can also obtain the application form from the Institute’s Admission Office by depositing Rs.1500 in cash
Semester 1
Food Production & Culinary Arts Basics
Basics of Bakery & Confectionary
Food and Beverage Service operation Basics
Food Hygiene and Sanitation (HACCP)
Introduction to Hospitality Marketing
Soft Skills and Personality Development
Value Added Course (From Pool of Courses)
Semester 2
European Cuisine
Sweets and Desserts | Basic Skills
Regional Indian Cuisine
Finance Basics
Digital Marketing
Branding Self and Effective Communication
Value Added Course (From Pool of Courses)
Semester 3
Supervised Work Experience (SWE)
Semester 4
Cuisines and Cultures of India and Mediterranean Regions
Bakery & Confectionary (Advanced)
The Art of Vegetarian & Vegan Cooking
Manage your POS (Food Production Management)
Research Methods (Research Project)
Value Added Course (From Pool of Courses)
Note: Inclusive of all taxes, if applicable. Taxes are subject to revision as per the statutory policy of the government of India.
Terms and Conditions
A refundable programme security deposit of Rs. 15,000 will be paid at the time of admission. This is fully refundable when the student completes the programme or for some reason when he/she leaves the programme
If a student leaves the program in the middle of an academic year, then he/she is liable to pay half the annual fee for the particular year
International trip opportunity can be availed at an extra cost as communicated closer to the departure date
Learning resources are provided/facilitated by the institute at extra cost
A one-time charge of Rs. 35,000 + 18% GST is payable before the programme’s commencement towards the uniform and culinary kit
Fee Refund Policy
The registration fee is refundable only in case the candidate fails or does not meet the 50% marks requirement (in best 4 subjects) in class XII or equivalent exams. It will not be refunded under any other circumstances
In case a student fails to join the programme or withdraws from the programme after the course has started, then only the refundable security deposit will be refunded (after completing a no due clearance process)
Placement & Internship Highlights
We let our record of 20+ years speak for itself.
26% of graduates placed in management trainee positions (the fast track to becoming a general manager) against an industry average of 2%
Placements in over 12 top domestic and international hospitality brands such as The Oberoi, The Westin, InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), Radisson Blu, etc.
Over 55% placements in “Front Office” and “F & B Service” departments across 14 different cities in India and abroad
Placements in “Sales & Marketing”, “Human Resource” and “Revenue” departments for students opting for non-operating role
Rs. 45,000 monthly stipend for students interning in France with Michelin star chefs
Internships in 13 countries around the world including – France, Mauritius, UAE and India
Internships across 27 different organizations that includes both multinational hotels (IHG, The Oberoi, Radisson, etc.) and boutique properties
Internships across at least 22 brands that include The Oberoi, The Westin, JW Marriott, Radisson and ITC