1 year Diploma Programme in Italian Culinary Arts
Mahindra University, in collaboration with CAST, brings authentic Italian culinary mastery to campus through an immersive programme blending culinary excellence, business, technology, and global exposure
Programme Overview
Delivered by leading Italian chefs from CAST (Italian Institute of Culinary Arts & Hospitality), Mahindra University’s School of Hospitality Management (SoHM) redefines hospitality education with India’s first interdisciplinary BBA (Hons.) that seamlessly blends culinary excellence, business acumen, technology, and sustainability.
Building on this forward-thinking vision, Mahindra University, in collaboration with CAST, presents the Italian School Programme on Italian Cuisine – an immersive, hands-on culinary experience that brings the authenticity of Italy’s rich gastronomic heritage to Hyderabad, offering students world-class training, global exposure, and a true taste of Italian mastery right on campus.
Authentic Italian Culinary Mastery
Master regional cuisines, traditional hot and cold techniques, and the artisanal craft of fresh pasta, risotto, gnocchi, breads, and dolci.
Bakery, Pastry & Sensory Expertise
Gain specialized skills in Italian pastry arts alongside professional appreciation of olive oil, cheese, wine, and seasonal Mediterranean sustainability.
Modern Innovation & Creative Plating
Blend traditional heritage with modern culinary innovation and contemporary plating techniques to stay at the forefront of global industry trends.
World-Class Advanced Training Facilities
Train in SoHM’s professional hot, cold, and bakery kitchens, including sensory evaluation studios and a modern restaurant for real-time service learning.
Programme details
A unique academic partnership between Mahindra University and CAST, Italy.
Authentic Italian culinary training delivered by expert chefs.
8-month internship opportunity in Italy or India.
Built to create professionally qualified chefs for the growing hospitality industry.
Course Structure
Foundation Course
Duration: 1 Month
Build core kitchen skills, hygiene standards, knife skills, culinary basics, and professional discipline.
Delivered by: SoHM Chefs
Italian Culinary Training
Duration: 3 Months
Master fresh pasta, risotto, sauces, regional specialties, meat, seafood, plating, and restaurant-style execution.
Delivered by: CAST Chefs at SoHM
Internship
Duration: 8 Months
Gain industry exposure, practical experience, and professional confidence in real hospitality environments.
Location: Italy / India
Why Italian Cuisine?
Meeting India’s Growing Demand for Italian Cuisine Professionals As Italian cuisine continues to grow in popularity across India, the hospitality sector needs professionally trained chefs who can deliver authentic quality and consistency. This programme has been created to bridge that demand-supply gap by developing globally skilled culinary professionals, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
Build a pipeline of professionally qualified Italian cuisine chefs
Bring authentic Italian culinary standards to India
Create global career opportunities for students
Support aspiring food entrepreneurs and future restaurateurs
Internship
Beyond the classroom, students have the exceptional opportunity to undertake an 8-month internship in Italy at prestigious hospitality venues partnered with CAST, allowing them to gain invaluable real-world experience and deepen their professional network.
Eligibility
- Any Graduates
- Food Enthusiasts
- Entrepreneurs
Either you are starting your culinary journey or looking to turn your passion into a profession, this diploma is designed for ambitious learners ready for global exposure.
Accommodation
- Living: Students stay in comfortable, shared student housing directly on campus in Hyderabad.
- Facilities: Rooms include study desks, wardrobes, and campus Wi-Fi.
Weekly Rhythm: Classes and workshops run Monday to Friday, with weekends free for rest or exploration.
