Alex Susskind is a Professor of Food and Beverage Management and is currently serving as the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. Professor Susskind earned his Ph.D. in Communication from Michigan State University with a specialization in organizational communication and his MBA with a concentration in personnel and human relations. He earned his undergraduate degree at Purdue University in Restaurant, Hotel, and Institutional Management and is also a trained chef with a degree in Culinary Arts from The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. Prior to starting his career in academia, Professor Susskind was a chef and restaurant operator for both independent and multi-unit restaurant companies in the Northeastern and Southeastern United States.
Utilizing Income Statements and Operational DataCornell Course
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Cornell CourseUtilizing Income Statements and Operational Data ()
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Amid the swirl of activity in food and beverage service, financial management is a function that loses priority sometimes, despite its crucial function.
Understanding and managing your food and beverage operation's income statement (profit and loss statement) can lead to better decision making and can position you to succeed. Learn how to get a hold on your organization's finances and make informed decisions based on profit and performance.
Key Course Takeaways
- Create an income statement that properly records the information that is critical to your specific type of restaurant
- Interpret your data, identify trends, and catch issues that can have a positive or negative impact on your operation
- Analyze your financial and performance information to identify, implement, and evaluate improvement solutions
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2 weeks
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3 to 5 hours of study per week
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100% online, instructor-led
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Professor of Food and Beverage Management, Nolan School of Hotel Administration, Cornell SC Johnson College of Business
Who Should Enroll
- Individuals involved in the operation and financial performance of a restaurant or food and beverage service, from line-level employees through general management.
- Individuals who are new to the food and beverage industry and need to learn more about the specifics around restaurant operations.
- Students from every continent and from a diverse range of organizations, including franchisees, managed service contractors such as stadiums or arenas, hospitals, airlines and caterers.
- Students who do not work in restaurants but need to be conversant in operations of food and beverage providers will also benefit from these courses.
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