• Accreditation: The hospitality institution has to be certified by the local government and internationally recognised professional accreditation.
• Environment Setting: The nominated institution possesses environmental factors that encourage the acquiring of skills and knowledge through professional settings which include the appropriate setup of academic rooms and practical surroundings.
• Quality of Educators: Highly educated professors/lecturers  that not only have experience teaching, but also real-world skills and are keen to impart their knowledge.
• Curriculum: The institution offers an extensive programme that is dedicated to enhancing the culinary profession.
• Value: The pricing structure reflects the characteristics of the programme - the degree of accreditation, level of professionalism and the atmosphere of the campus.

* AOE2017 Award Recipient will not be eligible for this award in AOE2018.

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