WHAT IS FBS?

Food and beverage services sector contributes a great deal to the profits in hospitality
industry. With the increase in importance of business meetings, a range of personal and
social events, a large number of customers visit catering establishments frequently. The
food and beverage professionals tirelessly work to intensify customers’ experience
through their service.

COURSES IN COLLEGE

1. Business Courses

Number one on our lit of top college courses in the Philippines are business courses. In 2018,
921,324 people enrolled in this field, making it the most popular. As a student in the ABM Strand,
obtaining a business-related degree should be at the top of your list. Business Administration,
Accounting, Marketing and Customs Administration are some of the courses that fall under this
area.

2. Education major

Education and teaching majors are the second most common career paths for students in the
country. As of 2017, the Philippines had a total of 740,713 enrollees. If your mission is to impart
knowledge and nurture the brains of the future members of our society, then this is the ideal college
course for you! To be able to teach in a school or university, you must pass the LET or Licensure
Exam for Teachers.

3. Engineering and Architecture

Without the thinkers and doers of your age, it will be difficult to create a sustainable and progressive
future. Around 448,550 students are enrolled in Engineering and Technology programs around the
country. Architecture, aeronautics, biomedical, chemical, civil, computer science, electrical, and
mechanical engineering are all areas of study in this subject.

4. Information Technology

It trains students to become information technology professionals capable of installing, operating,

developing, maintaining, and administering computer applications. The program’s objective is to
develop information technologists capable of assisting individuals and organizations in resolving
issues via the use of information technology techniques and processes.
 5. Agriculture and Fisheries.

Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries courses are the sixth most popular, with 127,287 students
enrolled. Feeding a burgeoning population is a worry for the future that must be addressed
immediately. Studying a course in this discipline will undoubtedly assist us in achieving food security
and environmentally sustainable agriculture practices. The Agri-Fishery strand was created to
promote hands-on learning and application of agricultural and aquaculture skills. You’ll study a
variety of subjects related to other occupations, such as food processing, rubber production, animal
production, and landscape installation.

6. Medical Allied Courses.

When children are asked what they want to be when they grow up, nine out of ten will likely respond
“doctor.” And when you inquire as to why, you’re likely to receive a stereotypical statement starting
with “because I want to aid ill and underprivileged people.” Earning a Doctor of Medicine degree
appears to children to be a solution to humanity’s pain. If you wish to contribute to a healthy and
disease-free earth, you can do so by pursuing a career in the wide subject of medicine. In 2017,
203,561 students enrolled in Medical-Allied courses. A candidate must receive a bachelor’s degree
with credits in specific needed disciplines prior to enrolling to any medical school. Biology,
psychology, pharmacy, medical technology, biochemistry, microbiology, nursing, radiologic
technology, and physical therapy are the most prevalent pre-medical degrees.

7. Maritime and CLOCA or Cruise Line Operations Culinary Arts

The BS in Marine Transportation is Top 7 among the college courses in the Philippines. It a
professional degree that focuses on navigation, cargo handling and stowage, as well as the control
and care of personnel onboard the ship. The three-year academic program is followed by a one-year
cadetship onboard a vessel. While Cruise Line Operations Culinary Arts is a new course offered by
institutions for individuals interested in traveling while applying their culinary expertise aboard
cruise lines.

8. Behavioral Science

Understanding why people, institutions, and states behave the way they do is central to the area of
Social and Behavioral Sciences. This category includes courses in psychology, political science, and
sociology. With 114,834 students, it is the eighth most popular course.
9. Hospitality Management or HRM

Service and hospitality management continues to be a popular study, with 73,905 students enrolled
in the most recent academic year. Those interested in this field can receive theoretical and practical
knowledge in Tourism, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or Culinary Arts by following this career
path.

10. Humanities allied courses

Humanities is the eighth most popular field, with 40,753 students enrolled. The humanities are the
study of how individuals process and document their lives through philosophy, literature, religion, art,
music, history, and language.

UNIVERSITIES THAT OFFER COURSES FOR FBS

TESDA

PONTIFICAL AND ROYAL UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS

UNIVERSITY OF THE EAST

JOB OPPORTUNITIES
F&B Service Manager

Food and Beverage Service Supervisor

Executive Chef

Bartender

Waiter/waitress
PROS AND CONS
A. BENEFITS

Food and beverage is an integral part of the guest experience at an

entertainment, leisure or restaurant venue. Offering various types of
food and beverage within your entertainment center not only improves
the customer experience but allows you, as a business owner, to create
more revenue streams for your company.

B. DIFFERENCE IN SALARY

Average Food and Beverage Service Service Crew monthly pay in the
Philippines is approximately Php 8,871, which is 32% below the national
average.

Please note that all salary figures are approximations based upon third party
submissions to Indeed. These figures are given to the Indeed users for the
purpose of generalized comparison only. Minimum wage may differ by jurisdiction
and you should consult the employer for actual salary figures.