Baking and Pastry Arts Management
Program Details
Humber’s Baking and Pastry Arts Management two-year diploma program will prepare you for a dynamic career in the hospitality industry. Learn how to create impressive and delicious baked goods and confections in our state-of-the-art labs, such as:
- chocolate sculptures
- decorative cakes
- tarts and pastries
- plated desserts
- artisanal breads and breakfast pastries
- petit fours
- ice creams, gelatos and sorbets
- blown, pulled and cast sugar pieces
- large quantity production
During the first year of the program, you will learn the fundamentals of baking and pastry and develop valuable skills, creating baking and pastry delicacies that are both delicious and professional. During your second year, you will learn the more complex and artistic elements of the trade including confectionery arts and chocolate work - both traditional and contemporary techniques. Throughout both years, you will learn about safety and sanitation, time management and organization, professionalism, and teamwork. In every course, you will learn about the opportunities within this specialized field, including international trends and innovative applications.
This program will also give you in-depth knowledge about bakery management and entrepreneurship, career readiness, computers and technology in the hospitality industry, as well as general education and communications courses.
Semester 1 |
Fall 2021 Delivery |
|---|---|
| BAKE 100: Baking Ingredients and Practical Applications | Online |
| BAKE 101: Bread Making 1 | In-person |
| BAKE 102: Cookies and Cake Production | In-person |
| BAKE 103: Cafe Kitchen Techniques | In-person |
| HRT 121: Food Service Safety and Sanitation | Online |
| WRIT 100: College Reading and Writing Skills | Online |
Semester 2 |
Fall 2021 Delivery |
|---|---|
| BAKE 151: Dessert Kitchen Management | Not Running |
| BAKE 152: Pastry Pies and Tarts | Not Running |
| BAKE 153: Bake Shop Profits | Not Running |
| BAKE 201: Bread Making 2 | Not Running |
| GNED 101: An Introduction to Arts and Sciences | Not Running |
| Select 1 from the following courses | |
| GNED: General Elective | Not Running |
Semester 3 |
Fall 2021 Delivery |
|---|---|
| BAKE 154: Decoration and Design Level 1 | In-person |
| BAKE 200: Bakery/Cafe Menu Planning and Design | Online |
| BAKE 202: Specialty Cakes and Pastries | In-person |
| BAKE 204: Coffee, Tea and Cafe Service | Online |
| MGMT 100: Business and Career Management | Online |
| WRIT 200: Workplace Writing Skills | Online |
| Select 1 from the following courses | |
| GNED: General Elective |
Semester 4 |
Fall 2021 Delivery |
|---|---|
| BAKE 251: Confectionery Techniques | Not Running |
| BAKE 253: Bakery Management and Entrepreneurship | Not Running |
| BAKE 254: Decoration and Design Level 2 | Not Running |
| BAKE 255: Baking and Pastry Quantity Production | Not Running |
| WORK 265: Work Placement | Not Running |
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
Plan, prepare and present a variety of bakery and pastry products that will meet the diverse needs of food service environments.
Identify and produce baking and pastry that is consistent with the emerging trends in the industry.
Create, produce and manage a full café menu including baking and pastry arts and related beverages.
Apply marketing theories and concepts to a pastry and baking operation.
Support the goals of the pastry and baking operation and the responsible use of its resources through the application of kitchen management skills and knowledge.
Supervise and manage staff according to accepted human resource management legislation and industry standards.
Contribute to the provision of a healthy, safe and well maintained food environment, and to the service of baking and pastry products that are free from harmful bacteria, and other contaminants, with an awareness of potential allergens.
Apply fundamental nutritional principles to all aspects of food production.
Apply cost control techniques to baking and pastry service operations.
Develop strategies and plans to enhance leadership, entrepreneurship, and management in a baking and pastry area for the hospitality environment.
Work effectively independently and as a member of a team in the baking industry.
Work Placement
Qualified students will complete an unpaid work placement in the baking and pastry industry in the Greater Toronto Area. Students will also be able to apply for placements across Canada and Europe, which have jump-started many successful careers.
The Humber Advantage
Our seven on-campus kitchen labs comprise the most modern facilities in the world. Among them are the award-winning culinary demonstration theatre and kitchen lab, induction cooking labs with high-tech exhaust and theatre-style seating and cooking demonstration area.
Thank You!
We are grateful to our corporate donors for their generous support of the Baking and Pastry Arts Management program.
The Humber Experience
Students will have the opportunity to participate in competitions such as Culinary Olympics, Iron Chef, Nestle Food Truck Recipe Competition and chocolate sculpting to showcase culinary expertise.
Skills Canada Competition
Congratulations to Baking & Pastry Arts Management student Ruby Nguyen, who placed fourth overall at the Skill Canada Competitions.
Student Testimonial
"Winning this competition has opened so many doors for me." - Tina Pistarelli, Nestlé Professional Minor's Food Truck Challenge winner
First year consists of pastry fundamentals, food costing and dessert menu management. In second year, students learn traditional and contemporary techniques as well as emerging opportunities, international trends and applications used in the industry.
Read how Baking and Pastry Arts Management student Stefanie Francavilla's hard work and dedication paid off as she took home the gold at Skills Canada!
Watch the video of Junichi Mitsubori, a wagashi master, offer a rare glimpse into the creation of traditional confectionery works of art.
Watch the video to find out why so many of our students love the Baking and Pastry Arts Management Program.
Watch the video to see our Baking and Pastry Arts Management students compete in the 2016 Tabasco Iron Chef Challenge
Watch the video to see a Humber student showcase her sculpture made entirely of chocolate at the Callebaut Chocolate Competition
Study Abroad
Qualified students in this program may have a unique opportunity to complete their fourth semester in Italy. This eight week academic program offers our students a meaningful and challenging experience in baking and pastry arts from an international perspective and is offered in partnership with APICIUS International School of Hospitality at the Florence University of Arts. Students are enrolled at Humber and pay an additional program fee for this Semester 4 optional program. The work placement is also completed in this final semester.
Students may also be eligible to apply for our annual short duration experiential trips. These faculty led study abroad trips are confirmed in the fall semester and are approximately two weeks in length. Qualified students in this program may apply to participate in experiential learning trips to the Mediterranean/Italy where students have a hands-on experience in food culture and lifestyle of the Mediterranean.
These trips vary each year and are subject to availability and eligibility requirements. Additional fees apply.
Your Career
Our program will provide you with advanced baking and pastry training, as well as management skills required to operate a successful business. Our graduates also find employment as bakers and pastry chefs nationally and internationally in a variety of settings including:
- fine dining restaurants
- hotels
- cruise ships
- baking suppliers
- boutique outlets
- research and development
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
World Association of Chefs’ Societies (WACS)
Qualified students have the opportunity to earn Food Safety and Sanitation Certification (TrainCan – BASICS.fst®) as part of the program. Humber’s culinary, pastry and culinary apprenticeship programs have been awarded the Recognition of Quality Culinary Education program, an international recognition from the World Association of Chefs’ Societies (WACS), for meeting or exceeding the WACS standards of quality culinary education.
Additional requirements may apply.
Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
Related Programs
Program Availability
| START DATE | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| September 2021 | North | Open |
| January 2022 | North | Open |
| START DATE | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| September 2021 | North | Closed |
| January 2022 | North | Closed |
Hospitality & Tourism Success Stories
Tourism/Travel Student Overcomes Obstacles and Gains Confidence Through Internship
Tue, June 08, 2021
My placement helped me a lot to learn and gain knowledge about the travel industry.
Tourism/Travel Student Rises to Challenge and Learns a Little Spanish in Internship
Tue, June 08, 2021
This placement helped me better understand my field by always looking at the positive side of things.
Tourism/Travel Student Enjoys Cultural Experience In International Internship
Tue, June 08, 2021
As an intern, I have been able to get exposure to travel company management operations and the decision-making process.
No news at this time.
Faculty of Business Events
Global Learning Collective Virtual WIL Information Session
Humber
Thu, July 22, 2021
Online
Join us to learn about the exciting virtual Work Integrated Learning opportunities available with the Global Learning Collective!
Faculty of Business News
One Hundred and Nine Students Tune Into WIL Hosted Event with a CEO and Business Coach
Wed, June 09, 2021
On May 26th, the Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) centre hosted Tammy Defoe as a guest speaker with one hundred and nine students in attendance.
WIL Centre team member attends the Brampton Board of Trade - 2021 Business Excellence Awards Gala
Wed, June 09, 2021
Brampton is home to some of the most dynamic businesses in Canada.
New WIL Partnership in an Evolving Virtual Landscape: Urban Expeditions
Wed, June 09, 2021
In a year of great uncertainty in the Hospitality and Tourism industry, the WIL team engaged in a new partnership with Peter Odle, Founder of the rapidly evolving company Urban Expeditions.
No news at this time.
Program News
The Work-Integrated Learning Centre Welcomes Chef Michael Lam
Fri, April 02, 2021
Culinary and Baking Management students along with the Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Centre co-hosted Ascari Restaurants Chef and Good Behaviour Ice Cream owner Michael Lam on March 4th
Humber Leads The Food Insecurity Project
Mon, October 26, 2020
Chefs John Placko and Keith Hoare have been working with a host of hospitality industry partners to donate meals to food banks and shelters.
No news at this time.
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HOW TO APPLY
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
EQUIPMENT & DEVICE REQUIREMENTS
FEES & SCHOLARSHIPS
PATHWAYS
CONTACT US
Post-Admission Requirements
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
Equipment & Device Requirements
All Semesters
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specifications | Recommended Specifications |
| Processor | Intel i5-8300H | Intel i7-9750H= or higher |
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Memory | 8 GB of RAM | 32 GB of RAM |
| Storage | 256 GB SSD | 512 GB SSD |
| Monitor | Laptop computer (not a notebook such as a Chromebook or a tablet) recently purchased; last 18 months | Laptop computer (not a notebook such as a Chromebook or a tablet) recently purchased; last 18 months |
| Other | Wireless 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Built-in microphone and webcam | Wireless 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Built-in microphone and webcam, Built-in Ethernet port (strongly recommended), Long battery life (strongly recommended) |
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Equipment & Device Requirements contact:
Susan Joseph program co-ordinator
416.675.6622 ext. 2747
susan.joseph@humber.ca
Fees
The 2021-2022 fee for two semesters is:
- domestic: $5,238.32
- international: $16,414.00
Fees are subject to change.
Fees by Semester
Domestic Fees International FeesAdditional Costs
$100 – safety shoes; $400 – knife and tool kit; $350 – textbooks, manuals (for two semesters).
Scholarships
Humber Scholarships
Find out more about scholarships and bursaries that you may be eligible for, visit Student Scholarships. International students can visit International Student Scholarships.
Humber Bursaries
Bursaries are available for Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs primarily based on financial need, visit Humber Bursaries.
External Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Find out more information about external scholarships and bursaries, visit External Awards.
Indigenous Student Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.
Pathways
Pathways are academic routes that students can take to move from one credential to another.
PATHWAYS OUT TO ANOTHER PROGRAM:
TO A PARTNER INSTITUTION
Bachelor of Applied Management
Graduates of any two-year diploma program at Humber Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning, who have attained a cumulative grade point average of 70% or greater will be eligible to enter year three of the four-year Bachelor of Applied Management (BAM) at the University of New Brunswick, Saint John.
Depending on the diploma program, students may be exempted from study in certain courses and therefore, requested to take alternate courses offered by the Faculty of Business.
Please note: Admission to the academic programs listed is at the sole discretion of the partner post-secondary institution. Please contact the institution for detailed admission requirements.
For more information please contact: admissions@unb.ca.
Bachelor of Management
Students who complete a 2 year diploma at Humber will be granted 60 credit hours toward the completion of a bachelor degree program at Davenport University. You will need to complete a minimum of 60 credit hours (approximately two years of full-time attendance) to meet residency and program requirements and to complete your bachelor degree program. Students must complete a minimum total of 120 semester credit hours to earn a bachelor degree. The total credit hours will include the completed 2 year diploma classes plus any courses completed through Davenport University.
If you still have questions, reach out to the transfer admissions team at info@davenport.edu or 1.800.686.1600.
Admission to the academic programs listed is at the sole discretion of the partner post-secondary institution.
Honours Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
Humber and Seneca Colleges have entered into an agreement that increases student opportunities for degree completion at both institutions. Humber graduates may transfer into Seneca’s Honours Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies with entry into Semester 4, Year 2 of the program.
Admissions:
All applicants to Seneca degree programs are required to have successfully completed the related Humber program with a minimum overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 (70%).
All applicants may apply through the Ontario College Application Service and must submit an official academic transcript for all course work completed at the postsecondary level. The application must be received no later than the stated deadline for the given term being applied for in order to qualify for admission.
For further information, please contact: academic.pathways@senecacollege.ca
Admission to the academic programs listed is at the sole discretion of the partner post-secondary institution. Please contact the institution for detailed admission requirements.
Law LLB
Humber students who have successfully completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in any field at Humber College and meet the requirements, will be considered for admission into the University of Gloucestershire's Bachelor of Law LLB program.
International students should demonstrate and must provide evidence that they have attained a level of English equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in writing. Alternative acceptable English Language qualifications can be found at: www.glos.ac.uk/study/international
Students will be expected to attend an Academic Induction preceding entry to the program. Students admitted to the UoG program will pay the appropriate annual tuition fee rate. The definitive fees will be those published here: http://www.glos.ac.uk/international
Students admitted to UoG from Humber will be eligible to receive the international bursary. This award, and its ruling terms and conditions, is subject to change on an annual basis. For September 2020/January 2021 entry, the applicable bursary is £3,000, and will be automatically applied against tuition for successful applicants from Humber. Please note that the bursary is only available to students who are studying full-time at the UoG on campus in the UK, and completing a full degree (not available for distance learning or master's stage students).
Admission to the academic programs listed is at the sole discretion of the partner post-secondary institution. Please contact the institution for detailed admission requirements.
Contact us for more information:
Shandin Rickard-Hughes
International Marketing & Student Recruitment Manager, Americas
srickardhughes@glos.ac.uk
How to Apply
Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program. To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber's program pages or ontariocolleges.ca.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.
