Advanced Diploma of Business (International Restaurant Management)

This two-year Advanced Diploma of Business (International Restaurant Management) is for people who want to run restaurants, not just work in them. It's delivered by Le Cordon Bleu Australia, an institution known for culinary and hospitality training, and the course sits at the diploma level on the Australian Qualifications Framework. That places it below a bachelor degree but above a certificate, and it's built around practical management skills rather than academic theory alone.

What you study

The course covers the business side of restaurants: food and beverage operations, cost control, menu planning, staff supervision, marketing, and the legal and regulatory side of running a venue. You'll look at international restaurant concepts and how they adapt to different markets, which is where the 'international' in the title comes from. Assessment is a mix of written work, practical tasks and projects, with a strong emphasis on applying what you learn to real service environments. The exact unit list and credit points are set out in the official course documentation, so check those on the provider's page or the CRICOS register.

How it's structured

Australian diplomas are usually made up of a set number of units of study, each carrying credit points, and delivered across semesters or trimesters. This one runs for two years full time. Because it's a vocational qualification, you can expect a substantial practical component, kitchen and service operations, simulated restaurant settings, and possibly a work placement or industry-based project. Le Cordon Bleu has industry connections in hospitality, so placement or industry exposure is a normal part of how these courses are taught. Confirm the placement requirements and any prerequisites directly with the institution.

Who it suits

This course suits someone who wants a management career in restaurants or food service and prefers a hands-on, industry-focused qualification over a three-year bachelor degree. It also works for people already in hospitality who want to move into supervisory or management roles, or for international students who want Australian training in restaurant operations. If you're aiming for a full degree later, many Australian institutions offer credit for diploma study, so ask about pathways.

Studying in Australia

International students on a Student visa can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while their course is in session. After graduating, the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream may be available, depending on your circumstances and the current rules. English entry for this course is typically IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall, though the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the visa itself. Tuition is published on the CRICOS register under course code 072294G. Always confirm fees, entry requirements and course structure on the official page before applying.

• Restaurant manager or assistant manager
• Food and beverage supervisor
• Banquet or events coordinator
• Cafe or bar manager
• Front-of-house manager
• Hospitality operations coordinator
• Small business owner in food service

These roles sit across Australia's hospitality sector, restaurants, hotels, catering companies, clubs, and resort operations. Employers range from independent venues to national hospitality groups and international hotel chains.