
Mcdonald's
What does a Mcdonald's Franchise Cost?
McDonald's requires candidates to have a minimum of $500,000 of non-borrowed personal resources to be considered. The total investment varies from restaurant to restaurant. However, there is an initial franchise fee of $45,000. Typically, the equipment and pre-opening costs range from $1,263,000 - $2,235,000. New Owner/Operators must pay 40% cash of the total costs of a new restaurant and may finance the remainder from traditional sources.
Become an owner in McDonald’s respected worldwide organization.
Get the tools you need to help you succeed with McDonald's experience as global leader in franchising and put forth the proven process they have created. Take advantage of McDonald's unique approach to training and support and enjoy the rewards of operating your own business.
More than 90% of McDonald's restaurants in the U.S. are owned and operated by franchisees, and you can be one of them. Learn more about the McDonald's franchise here.
About
McDonald's was founded in 1955 with a concentrated menu of burgers, fries and beverages. Just three years later, the quick service restaurant sold its 100 millionth hamburger and is now the most well-known fast food chain in the world. As of 2017, McDonald's had 37,241 locations worldwide.
McDonald's operating system is based on the four core principles of quality, service, cleanliness and value.
Training
McDonald's requires all franchisees to complete a 12-18 month training program prior to being allowed to purchase restaurants. The training is done on a part-time basis. This intense program is intended to help franchisees become operational experts who are focused on providing excellent customer service every day. Training also includes:
- Self-directed, part-time training for 20 hours per week
- Seminars, conferences and one-on-one training sessions
- Success based on competency
- Operator training classes conducted by local training professionals
Support
- Marketing
- Award-winning advertising
- On-going training at Hamburger University
- Extensive network of suppliers
The site selection process is separate from the franchisee selection process. McDonald’s manages all the site evaluation, acquires the property and constructs the building. After making the decision to develop a site, McDonald’s awards the franchise to the most qualified candidate.
McDonald’s is committed to increasing the number of minority and women operators and—to the best of our knowledge—has the single largest group of minority and women operators in our industry.
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