Design. Develop. Deliver — from culinary idea to investment-ready pitch
The global food and beverage industry is growing rapidly with new opportunities. This one-year master’s program in Culinary Entrepreneurship is aimed at driven professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs who want to combine culinary creativity with business strategy.
Studies take place at BHMS in Lucerne, Switzerland — a city with strong roots in international hospitality and culinary excellence. The tuition fee includes accommodation, meals, and insurance. As a Swedish student, you also have the option to apply for CSN (Swedish student loans), making the program more accessible for those looking to invest in a new future.
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Why choose this program?
Access to industry leaders
Learn from entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators through workshops and personalized mentorship.
Business Incubation Studio
Develop your idea into a sustainable business concept with prototyping, expert support, and feedback from investors — culminating in a complete business plan and pitch.
Business and financial skills
Deepen your knowledge of budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and investor relations.
Personalized guidance
One-on-one mentorship for your project and career goals.
Inspiring learning environment
Creativity labs, food markets, and field studies that drive innovation.
6-month internship (optional)
Internship in Switzerland or internationally to strengthen your experience and network.
Structure
- Semester 1 — 6 months on campus
- Innovation and technology: Shaping the future of food
- Culinary and wine imagery and visual storytelling
- Emerging trends in global wine entrepreneurship (including WSET 2)
- International human resources administration
- Business leadership
- Marketing and brand building in a digital society
- Strategic business management
- Research methods
- Semester 2 — 6 months off-campus
- Optional international internship
- Business plan for culinary start-up
Career Opportunities
The program prepares you for roles such as restaurant or café founder, food tech entrepreneur, catering and beverage start-up founder, F&B brand management, as well as roles within investment and consulting environments in the food and gastronomy sector.
Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree in any field or BHMS Postgraduate Diploma
- English: B2 / IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
