HADM 1361

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HADM 1361
Principles of Food and Beverage Operations Management

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

In this course students are introduced to the principles of food and beverage operations management. Attention is focused on market segments and industry structure with an emphasis on product and systems differentiation. Course goals include a conceptual understanding of, and the practical application of (e.g., lab activities), the components of foodservice systems: menu and product development and management, production, service, controls, financial analysis, food safety, ethics, and quality assurance.


Enrollment Information Enrollment limited to: Nolan students.

Fees Course fee, $15. Fee for ServSafe Food Handler Certification.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026FA, 2026SP, 2025FA, 2025SP

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the major industry market segments and their basic operating characteristics.
  • Utilize the language and concepts of restaurant operations to identify different organizational structures and the forces shaping them domestically and internationally.
  • Identify and apply foodservice management concepts in an experience-based, production setting to cover topics including food safety, quality assurance, and cost controls.
  • Calculate and interpret financial performance metrics and statements and explain how they impact decision making.
  • Explore the importance of human relations and interactions in food and beverage operations, including the philosophy of service and hospitality.
  • Identify and analyze ethical challenges in the industry as well as the impact of management decisions on all stakeholders.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 15793 HADM 1361   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Ozanne, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Section swap requests must be submitted through the Nolan Core Swap Request Form (https://apps.business.cornell.edu/current-students/undergraduate/online-forms/course-swap-request.html) by January 28, 2027. Students will be notified if their swap can be accommodated.

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  • 15794 HADM 1361   LEC 002

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Ozanne, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Section swap requests must be submitted through the Nolan Core Swap Request Form (https://apps.business.cornell.edu/current-students/undergraduate/online-forms/course-swap-request.html) by January 28, 2027. Students will be notified if their swap can be accommodated.

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  • 15795 HADM 1361   LEC 003

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Ozanne, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Section swap requests must be submitted through the Nolan Core Swap Request Form (https://apps.business.cornell.edu/current-students/undergraduate/online-forms/course-swap-request.html) by January 28, 2027. Students will be notified if their swap can be accommodated.

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  • 15796 HADM 1361   LAB 401

    • T
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

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  • 15797 HADM 1361   LAB 402

    • T
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Ha, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

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  • 15798 HADM 1361   LAB 403

    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

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  • 15799 HADM 1361   LAB 404

    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

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  • 15800 HADM 1361   LAB 405

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

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