The Catering Management certificate is designed to complement any degree by providing the fundamental knowledge necessary to successfully manage a catering operation. Required courses cover basic culinary skills, financial management, purchasing, banquet operations, and guest services. The curriculum is designed to provide students with the experience essential to meeting the elevated expectations of today's event professionals. As part of the fifteen credits needed for the Catering Management certificate, students are required to complete an internship of 400 hours minimum in a catering related position.