Taco Bell opened a business school
Fast food jobs can get a bad rap as a temporary gig, not the start of a possible career path. Taco Bell and its parent company, Yum! Brands, are trying to change that perception with a new program for employees.
In January, the company announced the Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence, a partnership with the University of Louisville’s College of Business.
“Our hope is the Center will carve a path to economic opportunity ...
Posted — UpdatedIn January, the company announced the Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence, a partnership with the University of Louisville’s College of Business.
“Franchise ownership among underrepresented people of color and women is lower than their representation in the population,” said Kathleen Gosser, director of the Yum! Center. “Our goal is to uncover and reduce barriers to franchise ownership, starting with education.”
The first class of Taco Bell Business School begins their boot camp in February, according to the university, with three more sessions scheduled for 2022. Plans are in the works to continue expanding the program as time goes on.
Now they just need to decide on a school mascot. The Chalupas? The Crunchy Gorditas? With a menu as big as Taco Bell’s, there are plenty of choices!
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