Program Overview

Restaurant Business Management Program

The Restaurant Business Mastery Program is an interactive program designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, equipping participants with vital tools and a mindset for launching profitable food and beverage ventures (F&B). It combines academic knowledge with real-world experiences to help participants navigate Egypt's dynamic hospitality market.

Program Overview

The program guides participants through the entire process of launching a restaurant, from developing ideas to business planning, operations, and team building. Learners engage in workshops and mentorship from industry professionals, applying insights to their own concepts. Throughout the program, participants will be able to identify market opportunities and develop viable business ideas, focusing on best practices in hiring, food safety, and service.

Key Benefits

The program will provide hospitality entrepreneurs with a powerful toolkit to:

• Transform F&B ideas into actual businesses with comprehensive guidance
• Develop essential skills for the restaurant industry, focusing on finance, operations, and enhancing customer experience
• Engage with a curriculum endorsed by industry partners, ensuring its relevance to current market needs

Program Outline

The program consists of 30 instructional hours, split over five weeks, with two sessions per week.

Admission Criteria and Process

Admission Criteria

• A bachelor's degree
• Proficiency in written and spoken English

Admission Process

1. Prepare a clear scanned copy of the required documents
2. Fill in the application and upload the documents
3. The admissions committee will review the application and contact the applicant if needed
4. The applicant will receive an acceptance email specifying the next steps for payment

Refund and Cancellation Policy

• A full refund will be provided for cancellations made seven days or more before the start date of the course
• No refund will be provided for cancellations made six days or less before the start date of the course
• Refunds will be issued to the same payment method used to make the initial payment

Who Should Attend

• Aspiring entrepreneurs interested in F&B ventures
• Existing restaurant owners and managers
• Culinary professionals looking to launch a business concept
• Investors in the hospitality or F&B sector
• Innovators passionate about the F&B business dynamics

Course Information

• Topic Area: Restaurant Management
• Start Date: May 3, 2026
• Application Deadline: April 13, 2026
• Format: Blended
• Length: 10 Sessions
• Fees: Egyptians EGP 25,000 | Non-Egyptians $825, with a non-refundable application fee of EGP 550
• Schedule: Sundays and Wednesdays, 6-9 pm

Program Details

Participants will gain the knowledge and skills to:

• Discover the Opportunity: Learn how to spot gaps in the market, evaluate trends, and align concepts with consumer needs
• Shape the Vision: Define a clear purpose, unique value proposition, and brand identity
• Make the Numbers Work: Build a basic financial model, food cost, breakeven analysis, and profitability forecasting
• Design the Product: Develop a menu and customer experience
• Build Your Culture: Recruit, train, and retain the right team
• Operate Smart: Learn SOPs, quality control, tech adoption, and inventory systems
• Announce Your Arrival: Explore launch strategy, marketing channels, PR, and influencer collaboration
• Launch and Beyond: Sustain growth post-launch through performance tracking, customer retention, and strategic adaptation