Hospitality Management International Joint Master's Program with Thesis
HMAN504
TRENDS IN HOSPITALITY FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Course Code
HMAN504
Semester
Second Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
2 + 0
ECTS
2
Course Type
Compulsory Course
Course Level
Master's Degree With Thesis
Year of Study
1
Semester
Second Term (Spring)
ECTS
2
Name of Lecturer(s)
-
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, the students;
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the food and beverage sector.
Analyze current industry trends and their significance.
Examine the integration of sustainability and eco-friendly practices in the sector.
Identify and compare regional and international food and beverage trends.
Relate food safety and hygiene standards to industry best practices.
Mode of Delivery
Face to face
Prerequisites
No
Recommended Optional Programme Components
None
Course Description
Trends in hospitality food and beverage
This course addresses food and beverage services in the hospitality sector, focusing on contemporary topics such as sustainability, digital transformation, and regional and international trends. It aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to adapt to industry innovations through themes like gastronomy tourism, food safety, healthy living, and mindful eating. The content is enriched with case studies to provide insights into career opportunities in the sector and the essential competencies required for these roles.
Course Contents
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
Introduction to food and beverage
2nd Week
The industry trends and importance
3rd Week
Sustainability in food and beverage industry
4th Week
Leading regional food and beverage trends and varieties
5th Week
International experts of food and beverage industry
6th Week
Development of gastronomic tourism and destinations
7th Week
Food safety and hygiene standards
8th Week
Midterm exam
9th Week
Digital transformation in the industry
10th Week
Wellness and mindful eating
11th Week
The future of food and beverage industry
12th Week
Staying up-to-date on the latest industry trends
13th Week
Building a career in the food and beverage industry
14th Week
Skills need to work in the food and beverage industry
Recommended or Required Reading
Cousins, J., & Weekes, S. (2020). Food and beverage service. Hachette UK.
Davis, B., Lockwood, A., Pantelidis, I. S., & Alcott, P. (2018). Food and beverage management. Routledge.
Kandampully, J. (2014). Service Management Principles for Hospitality & Tourism. Kendall Hunt Publishing.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lecture
Discussion
Questions/Answers
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity
Percentage (%)
Mid-term
1
20
Project
1
30
Total(%)
50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)
50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)
