Course details

New Zealand Diploma in Baking (Level 5)
NZQF Level 5

About the course

Take your career in baking to new heights and go from baker to bakery manager with this industry-leading qualification.

You will learn how to manage commercial and boutique bakeries.

You could lead a team in baking thousands of loaves of bread every day for a big food manufacturer. Or, realise your dream of opening your own boutique bakery or café.

Includes 210 hours of industry placement from commercial to boutique bakeries.

Prior to enrolling it is required that you have completed the New Zealand Certificate in Baking (Level 4) or have recognition of prior learning and evidence of work experience.

Entry requirements

General

New Zealand Certificate in Baking Level 4 (Craft or Generalist) or: industry experience. (Industry experience will be assessed on supplied CV, references and discussion).

International students: English language entry requirements

For the minimum English language requirements refer to the requirements set out in the NZQF Programme and Accreditation Rules.

International students will generally be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency, for this programme an IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 is required. Equivalent acceptable evidence can be seen at the following NZQA link.

Special & discretionary admission

Any ākonga who is 20 years of age or older and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme is eligible for Special Admission. Te Pūkenga works with the ākonga to ensure they are prepared for their intended programme. Any ākonga who is not yet 20 years of age and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme may be eligible for Discretionary Admission. In assessing whether to grant Discretionary Admission, the delegated authority focuses on the applicant’s level of preparedness for their intended programme.

Give yourself credit with Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Did you know you can use the knowledge and experience you already have to your advantage?

Your previous work experience and on-the-job skills, volunteering, professional development, and other providers’ qualifications can be recognised as prior learning, matched against credits in our courses, and put towards your qualification – potentially saving you money and possibly helping you to complete your qualification faster Learn more.

About the provider

MIT is one of the largest providers of technical, vocational, and professional education in New Zealand, and has been awarded the highest possible rating, Category One, by the NZQA.

MIT has five campuses across Auckland, with a wide range of subjects for you to choose from. Our campuses and study facilities are located right in the heart of the industry — giving you access to the skills, networks and contacts you need.

MIT exists to transform lives. No matter where you are in your life or student journey, MIT has a place for you.

Get ready to make your next move and come join us, where the best makers are made.

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