GEORGE BROWN FULL-TIME PROGRAMS GUIDE 2010-2011

Baking and Pastry Arts Management Program

Program Code: H113
Program Length: 2 years (4 semesters)
Starting: September
Certification: Ontario College Diploma
Location: St. James Campus
Apply to: ontariocolleges.ca

Admission Requirements and Fees

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Student success in college requires well developed learning skills and attitudes (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organised, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. Applicants should have thoroughly developed these skills and attitudes before beginning their college programs.

List of Courses

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OUR PROGRAM

This one-of-a-kind program gives you the best of both worlds - advanced patissier training and the business skills you need to operate a super successful business. This two-year program in Baking and Pastry Arts Management was designed by leaders in the industry and is not offered by any other school in Ontario.

Under the guidance of top professionals, you will develop and perfect your skills in a wide range of specialized areas, including:

• chocolate and sugar
• wedding cakes and pastillage
• specialty cakes and pastries
• plated desserts
• artisan breads
• petits fours
• glace work
• almond paste

These skills will make you a sought-after graduate in the world of high-end bakery and pastry arts.

Your classroom work will be done as part of a team, and you will work through a series of case studies designed to develop and exercise your skills. You will also complete an industry externship, gaining practical experience that will give you a huge career advantage.

On the business side, you will learn the key skills that are necessary to run a successful operation, including:

• business planning
• leadership and motivation
• sales
• product packaging and marketing
• distribution methods

Instruction in industry requirements regarding sanitation and production management is also included.

PART-TIME STUDY OPTIONS

Do you work during the day? Are you looking for a flexible schedule or do you need to make up a course? Continuing Education offers the first year of this diploma in evening and weekend courses throughout the year. If you choose to take the first year of this program through Continuing Education, you are eligible to apply for advanced standing in the second year of this full-time program. Please visit coned.georgebrown.ca for details or contact or 416-415-5000, ext. 2517.

ADDITIONAL PROGRAM COSTS (APPROXIMATE)

Uniform                                    $160
Black safety shoes                    $100
Knives and small wares $210
Manuals and books                  $161-$200

YOUR CAREER

George Brown has an international reputation for producing talented and creative baking and pastry graduates who are working on the cutting edge of the industry all around the world. You can begin a rewarding career in a commercial bakery, hotel, catering company, or one of a countless number of small bakeries and pastry shops. You can even combine the skills you’ve learned with your entrepreneurial spirit and start your own business.

COURSES

SEMESTER 1
HOSF1145      Sanitation
HOSF1146      First Aid/Heartsaver CPR
HOSF1094      Baking and Pastry Arts Theory I
HOSF1093      Baking and Pastry Arts Skills I
GHUM1063    Art of Eating and Dining - Wines: History and Production
MATH1000     Math Foundations
COMM1003   English Skills

SEMESTER 2
HOSF1097      Baking and Pastry Arts Theory II
HOSF1096      Baking and Pastry Arts Skills II
HOSF1224      Dessert Menu Management
MATH1102     Hospitality Math
COMM1007   College English
COMP1082     Computer Skills and Applications
GSCI1102       Nutrition and Lifestyle

SEMESTER 3
HOSF2032      Baking and Pastry Arts Skills III
HOSF2033      Baking and Pastry Arts Theory III
HOST1126      Career Preparation
HOST1035      Business Entrepreneurship Project
COMM1047   Business Communications
GNED            General Education Elective

SEMESTER 4
HOSF2052      Baking and Pastry Arts Skills IV
HOST2065      Industry Externship
HOST2074      Cheese and Wine Discovery
GNED            General Education Elective

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Contact Keith Müller, Centre for Hospitality and Culinary Arts at 416-415-5000, ext. 2231 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

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For updated information and course descriptions, call 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.

George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completions of, a George Brown College program.

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