This programme prepares students for employment as professional bakers by combining classroom learning with extensive practical training. Students develop skills in producing artisan breads, pastries, cakes, specialty baked products, and commercial bakery operations.

The programme also gives students opportunities to participate in bakery shop days where products are prepared and sold, providing valuable customer service and production experience.

Why Study Certificate in Baking (Generalist) at MIT?

International students choose this programme because it offers:

• NZQA-recognised Level 4 qualification
• Strong emphasis on practical bakery skills
• Training in commercial bakery environments
• Experienced industry tutors
• Opportunity to produce artisan and commercial bakery products
• Exposure to bakery retail operations through campus shop days
• Excellent pathway into New Zealand's growing baking industry
• Progression pathway to the New Zealand Diploma in Baking (Level 5)
• High employability within bakeries, cafés, supermarkets and hospitality businesses

Programme Structure / Subjects

The programme develops knowledge and practical skills in:

• Craft baking
• Bread production
• Plant baking
• Cake production
• Specialty gateaux
• Torte production
• Pastries
• Bakery production techniques
• Food safety and hygiene
• Bakery operations
• Production planning
• Retail bakery experience
• Customer service during bakery shop days
• Professional bakery practices

Disciplines / Specialisations

This qualification follows the Generalist baking pathway covering multiple areas of commercial baking, including:

• Artisan bread
• Commercial bread production
• Cakes
• Gateaux
• Tortes
• Specialty baked products
• Bakery retail operations

Programme Highlights

Some notable features include:

•  Practical bakery training
• Commercial-standard bakery facilities
• Experienced baking lecturers
• Real retail experience through campus bakery shop days
• Hands-on learning
• Industry-relevant curriculum
• Pathway to higher-level baking qualifications
• Qualification recognised across New Zealand
• Strong employment focus

Career Outcomes

Graduates may find employment as:

• Baker
• Artisan Baker
• Bread Baker
• Pastry Production Assistant
• Bakery Assistant
• Cake Baker
• Bakery Production Worker
• Supermarket Baker
• Café Baker
• Commercial Bakery Employee

Graduates may work in:

• Commercial bakeries
• Artisan bakeries
• Supermarkets
• Hotels
• Cafés
• Catering companies
• Food manufacturing businesses

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

• International students must study on campus.
• Fees shown are indicative and may be updated annually.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for applicants with relevant work experience or previous study.
• Programmes are subject to minimum enrolment numbers and academic approval.
• Students gain practical experience through bakery production and campus shop activities.

Student Visa Requirements

International students intending to study this full-time programme in New Zealand generally need to:

• Obtain a valid New Zealand student visa before commencing study.
• Hold an Offer of Place from MIT.
• Demonstrate sufficient financial capacity to pay tuition fees and living expenses.
• Meet health and character requirements.
• Maintain approved medical and travel insurance for the duration of study.
• Meet English language requirements where applicable.