Table of Contents Why Le Cordon Bleu?.........................................2 Diplôme Avancé Culinaire................................16 Le Cordon Bleu History......................................3 Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Business.............18 Why Study in New Zealand?.................................4 Student Events and Industry Contacts.................20 Cost of Living in Wellington...............................5 Careers in Hospitality Industry.........................21 New Zealand Campus..........................................6 Alumni Success Stories......................................22 Teaching Methodology........................................9 Student Testimonials.........................................23 Diplôme de Pâtisserie.......................................10 Student Services................................................24 Diplôme de Cuisine..........................................12 How To Apply...................................................25 Le Grand Diplôme............................................14 Campus Contact Information............................25 © LE CORDON BLEU NEW ZEALAND 2017 Bonjour and Welcome to Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand Founded in Paris in 1895, and now with over 35 institutes in 20 countries and with students from over 100 different nationalities. Excellence, passion, creativity, knowledge and history are the values to describe one of the world’s only global educators in the culinary arts, hospitality and tourism management sector. Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand is dedicated to preserving and passing on the mastery and application of the Culinary Arts through Culinary Certificates, Diplômes, Le Grand Diplôme, our highest culinary award, through to our unique and globally recognised Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Business degree. Our reputation as one of the world’s premier culinary training institutes has endured by actively keeping our courses up-to- date and industry relevant, using innovative new technologies, partnered with some of the world’s greatest Chef lecturers. Our academic programmes are constantly adapted to the future needs and demands of the hospitality industry, an industry that employs nearly 10% of the world’s work-force and is forecast to grow significantly. Being a Cordon Bleu student is not only about studying to realise one’s dreams, it is the pathway to becoming one of the future stars of this amazing industry. Our much sought after Alumni, located throughout the world, have consistently reached levels of near-perfection and standing that truly reflects and honours the dedication, passion and knowledge taught throughout our global hospitality network. We invite you to start your journey at Le Cordon Bleu and we look forward to sharing your dreams, seeing your successes and welcoming you to our family. André Cointreau President, Le Cordon Bleu Why Le Cordon Bleu ? gain an internationally revered train under the guidance of qualification le cordon bleu master chefs A Le Cordon Bleu qualification is one that is recognised and and experts in the industry respected by culinary and wine professionals around the world and Learn from a team of classically trained Le Cordon Bleu Master is considered to be synonymous with culinary excellence. The Le Chefs, lecturers and wine experts, whose dedication to share their Cordon Bleu network is unsurpassed at providing graduates with refined expertise will ensure students' success. Our academic the best platform to launch an international career. Our graduates material created by experts in their field provides students with leave with the competitive advantage of internationally recognised up to date, well-researched and practical knowledge directly qualifications that are respected by industry professionals. applicable in the industry. benefit from over 120 years of gain industry experience for a culinary experience practical application of your Founded in 1895, Le Cordon Bleu to this day remains an education industry leader in French culinary arts, gastronomy education and To prepare students for the workplace, Le Cordon Bleu believes it international hotel management and hospitality. Our programs is vital to gain practical experience as part of their education. As an are internationally recognised, allowing graduates the opportunity essential part of the curriculum, industry placement supports the to travel and build a world-class career of distinction. vital theory learned in the curriculum with practical experience. gain an international network learn in new state-of-the-art of contacts facilities With an ever-increasing number of schools, being part of the Le Cordon Bleu family will open students up to a global network All of Le Cordon Bleu’s schools worldwide boast some of the of contacts and friends. Our network of global partners and most advanced facilities and equipment to prepare students for Alumni ensures that wherever graduates travel, a Le Cordon Bleu tomorrow’s culinary world. connection is never far away. 2 Le Cordon Bleu® New Zealand Discover the History of L e Cordon Bleu is the world’s largest international culinary educator, located in over 20 countries across the globe with continued plans for global expansion. In 1578, King Henry III of France established 1954 The success of the Hollywood movie the Order of the Holy Spirit. The knights of this "Sabrina", directed by Billy Wilder, contributed to order were identified by a gold cross hanging from the growing notoriety of Le Cordon Bleu. a blue ribbon which they wore around their neck. The Order of the Holy Spirit, which existed for 1984 The Cointreau family, descendants of the 250 years, was the most prestigious French Royal founding families of Rémy Martin and Cointreau order, and its knights were often referred to as liqueur, takes over the presidency of Le Cordon Bleu “Cordons Bleus”. During their sumptuous meals, Paris, replacing Mrs. Elizabeth Brassart, director of they set a high standard for fine dining. As a result, the school since 1945. the expression “cordonbleu” did not take long to become synonymous with culinary excellence. 1991 Le Cordon Bleu Japan opens in Tokyo and later in Kobe. It is known as “Little France in Japan”. 1895 French journalist Marthe Distel starts a culinary magazine, La Cuisinière Cordon Bleu. 1995 Le Cordon Bleu Paris celebrates its 100th anniversary as an ambassador of the culinary arts. 1896 The first class is taught at Le Cordon Bleu For the first time ever, the Chinese authorities of the Paris on January 14. Shanghai District send chefs abroad for training at Le Cordon Bleu Paris. 1897 Le Cordon Bleu Paris welcomes its first Russian student. 1996 Le Cordon Bleu Sydney in Australia begins operations upon the request of the New South 1905 Le Cordon Bleu Paris welcomes its first Wales government, and provides Chef training Japanese student. in preparation for the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney. 1927 The London Daily Mail newspaper, dated November 16, describes a visit to Le Cordon Bleu 2000 Le Cordon Bleu opens in downtown Ottawa. Paris: “It’s not unusual for as many as eight different nationalities to be represented in the classes”. 2002 Le Cordon Bleu Korea and Le Cordon Bleu Mexico opened their doors. 1933 Rosemary Hume and Dione Lucas, who trained at Le Cordon Bleu Paris under the guidance 2009 Le Cordon Bleu schools participate in the of Chef Henri-Paul Pellaprat, open L’Ecole du Petit launch of the movie Julie and Julia. Cordon Bleu and the restaurant Au Petit Cordon Bleu in London. 2011 Le Cordon Bleu Madrid opens in partnership with Francisco de Vitoria University. 1942 Dione Lucas opens Le Cordon Bleu School and Restaurant in New York. She also authors 2012 Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand opens the bestseller The Cordon Bleu Cook Book and becomes the first woman to have a televised cooking 2013 Official inauguration of Le Cordon Bleu show. Istanbul campus. 1948 Le Cordon Bleu is accredited by the Pentagon 2014 Le Cordon Bleu schools participate in the for the professional training of young GI’s after launch of the movie "The Hundred Foot Journey". their tour of duty. As a former member of the OSS, Julia Child enrols at the Paris campus. 2015 Le Cordon Bleu celebrates 120 years of Culinary Excellence. 1953 Le Cordon Bleu London creates the dish Coronation Chicken, which is served to foreign 2016 The new state-of-the-art Le Cordon Bleu dignitaries at the coronation luncheon of Her Paris campus welcomed their first students. Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Le Cordon Bleu® New Zealand 3 Why Study in New Zealand ? The prestigious Legatum Institute in The Social Progress Imperative ranks New Zealand is the 3rd Most Peaceful London rates New Zealand's education New Zealand 1st for social progress on Country according to the GlobalPeace system No. 1 in the world. indicators of personal rights and freedom. Index. Wellington is ranked as the 9th best city in New Zealand is ranked as the world's The OECD 2013 Better Life Index the world for personal safety according to easiest place to start a business and 3rd for rates New Zealand as a "top-performing Mercer 2014 Quality of Life Survey. ease of doing business by the ICF World country" for the quality of its education Bank. system. In 2016, for the fourth consecutive year, 25% of people that call Wellington ‘home’ Wellington reputably has more cafes, Telegraph Travel readers named New were born in another country. We’re a restaurants and bars per capita than Zealand their favourite country. melting pot of different cultures. New York City. “The Coolest Little