In the Secretariat Building in New Delhi today, the Indian Institute of Culinary Arts and Jawaharlal Nehru University signed a memorandum of understanding. Under this agreement, the university will recognize BBA in culinary and food business and MBA in culinary management courses.
The agreement was signed by Vice-Chancellor Shantishri Dhulipuri Pandit of the university and Director Gyan Bhuushan of the institute. Tourism and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism Bhavnesh Kumar were also present.
Benefits of recognition
Students completing BBA and MBA courses at the Indian Institute of Culinary Arts will receive a university degree. This will increase their opportunities for higher education and employment, especially in hotels, hospitality and related industries.
The aim of the collaboration is to produce skilled chefs and hospitality professionals who can improve services in hotels and restaurants.
Next steps
Recognition will take effect from the next academic session. It will help students pursue higher education and improve employment prospects in India and abroad.