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First Barista & Baking Academy
We are finally recruiting franchisees!

First Academy, currently operating 32 direct-run branches nationwide, is launching its franchise business in 2023.
We plan to open franchise branches in 45 regions across the country, with a policy of one franchise per region.
As franchises are granted on a first-come, first-served basis, inquiries are encouraged as early as possible.

  • Operating 32 direct-run academy branches nationwide

    Benefit 01 .Operating 32 direct-run academy branches nationwide

    We provide our franchisees with the business stability and know-how we have built by operating 32 direct branches.

  • Certified by domestic/international associations

    Benefit 02 .Certified by domestic/international associations

    We support certification from the Korea Barista Qualification Association, EUCA, Korea Baking Qualification Association, SCA, and provide examiners.

  • Online marketing support

    Benefit 03 .Online marketing support

    Advertising and promotion support through official portals / Instagram / TikTok / YouTube, and more!

  • Support for launching NCS-funded programs

    Benefit 04 .Support for launching NCS-funded programs

    We provide the same NCS-based educational programs developed by our entrusted training organization to all franchisees.

Barista & Baking Academy

Category Description Amount
Franchise Fee Franchise Registration Commercial area analysis, branding, business preparation checklist, BAR workflow design 25 million KRW
Training Instructor training, customer service training, qualification test center and examiner support 5 million KRW
Royalty (Monthly) Distribution system access and curriculum updates To be discussed with headquarters
Available Franchise Locations Gangneung, Geoje, Gyeongju, Gwangmyeong, Gwangyang, Gwangju, Gunsan, Gunpo, Gimcheon, Naju, Nonsan, Dangjin, Dongducheon, Donghae, Masan, Mokpo, Miryang, Seogwipo, Seosan, Suncheon, Asan, Andong, Anseong, Yangsan, Yangju, Yeoju, Yeongju, Yeongcheon, Osan, Wonju, Eumseong, Uiwang, Icheon, Iksan, Jeongeup, Jeju, Jecheon, Jinju, Chungju, Chilgok, Tongyeong, Pyeongtaek, Pocheon, Pohang -
TOTAL 30 million KRW

Cafe & Academy (Hybrid)

Category Description Amount
Franchise Fee Franchise Registration Commercial area analysis, branding, business preparation checklist, BAR workflow design 12 million KRW
Café Curriculum and operations manual training 5 million KRW
Academy Instructor training, customer service training, qualification test center and examiner support 5 million KRW
Royalty (Monthly) Distribution system access and menu updates 300,000 KRW
TOTAL 22 million KRW

First Coffee Lab

Category Description Amount
Franchise Fee Franchise Registration Commercial area analysis, branding, business preparation checklist, BAR workflow design 10 million KRW
Training Barista training, baking training, shop management know-how, menu recipes, menu development, on-site practice, theoretical education, and various manuals 5 million KRW
Royalty (Monthly) Distribution system access and menu updates 300,000 KRW
TOTAL 15 million KRW

byFirst (Private Cafe)

Category Description Amount
Consulting Fee Consulting Commercial area analysis, branding, business preparation checklist, BAR workflow design 3 million KRW
Training Barista training, baking training, store operation know-how transfer, menu recipe provision, menu development, on-site practical training, theoretical education, various manuals 5 million KRW
Royalty (Monthly) Distribution system access and menu updates 100,000 KRW
TOTAL 8 million KRW

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