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Dare to Dream Big
Do you dream of scaling to new heights in the franchise world? Accelerating Growth for Franchise Leaders, developed by the University of Louisville and powered by Yum! Brands, begins with a simple conviction:
You have what it takes. 

Who Should Apply

Accelerating Unit Expansion is for franchise managers aiming to scale their leadership from overseeing one or two units to managing multiple locations. This six-month program is perfect for individuals new in or aspiring to roles such as Area Coaches or District Managers.

Program Highlights

This is a 6-month online course, including interactive self-paced content, virtual class sessions with expert faculty, and experiential learning assignments.

Curriculum

Feel like you're on the brink of something big? Accelerating Unit Expansion is designed to empower you with the knowledge, skills, and network needed to confidently confidently expand your business, whether you currently manage one location or several. You'll dive deep into topics like:
  • Foundations of Franchising, including basics of the franchise model, franchise law, buying and growing a franchise, human resources and building teams, and building a profitable relationship between franchisee and franchisor. 
  • Strategic Financial Management, mastering the art of maximizing profits and minimizing costs.
  • Learn the secrets to Leading Teams with excellence, inspiring your staff to achieve greatness.
  • Transform your customer service with our module on Creating Exceptional Customer Experiences, ensuring that every interaction becomes a stepping stone to loyalty.
  • Refine your expertise in Restaurant Operations Management, streamlining processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
With these critical skills at your disposal, you're not just expanding your business-you're elevating it. You have what it takes - let us help you prove it to the world!

January 2025 Session

  • Course Application Deadline:January 3, 2025
  • Scholarship Application Deadline: Dec 13, 2024

Accelerating Growth Scholarship Fund


Believe in Your Vision. We Do. And with the Accelerating Growth Scholarship Fund, powered by Yum! Brands, we can prove it. We're pleased to announce that a limited number of applicants will be awarded awarded a waiver for the full cost of course registration. 

Click Here to Apply Today! 

Anyone with a passion for growing in the restaurant franchise business and experience managing at least one franchise location is invited to apply!

 Register (Currently Accepting Waitlist Applicants)

Schedule: Time to complete: 6 months, starting 1/20/25
Only 4 days left to register!
Need help? Email at execed@louisville.edu or call at 852.5636
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Course Fee : $4300.00

Location

Online
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Cancellation Policy

Cancellations will be eligible for refund if requested at least 15 days prior to course start.