Professional and Certificate Programs
Professional certificates available through BU’s Programs in Food, Wine & the Arts provide an opportunity to focus on specific skills, practices, or expertise related to the food industry. In addition, you can satisfy professional requirements or pursue qualifications required for food service.
Cheese Certificate
This in-depth exploration of cheese varieties and production will look at an international array of cheeses—from their beginnings on the farm to the finished product at the table—and will include wine pairings. The final class will be a tour of a cheese farm. Successful completion of the course and final exam leads to a certificate from Boston University.
ServSafe Certification
Make a commitment to promoting food safety as a food service professional. The ServSafe exam, sponsored by the National Restaurant Association, covers all aspects of food safety: handling, storing, preparing, and serving. Those who pass the exam will be certified by ServSafe in food safety. Please register at least one month prior to the exam.
The Basics of Starting a Food Business, with John Vyhnanek
Whether you want to start a café, pizzeria, pub, catering company, or food shop, you will need a plan and expert advice on how to go about it. This four-Saturday certificate course will be taught by John Vyhnanek, a restaurant consultant, small business owner, culinary instructor, and chef. Food industry professionals will also join the class to share their hands-on knowledge and insights. To receive the certificate, you must attend all four sessions and prepare a business plan, to be handed in at the fourth session. (Business plans will be held in confidence.)
