Diploma of Hospitality Management – Patisserie Stream

Course Overview

If you’re a born leader, you’ll want to be front-of-house in your career, and the Diploma of Hospitality Management teaches you how to take charge in the fast-paced and exciting world of hospitality. You’ll acquire a broad range of hospitality skills, including providing food and beverage advice and table service, combined with managerial skills such as managing staff performance and preparing and monitoring budgets. You’ll gain a sound knowledge of the industry in order to coordinate hospitality operations and take on the role of a highly skilled senior employee capable of making operational business decisions.

This qualification provides a pathway to work in any hospitality industry sector as a departmental or business manager. The range of employers includes cafes, catering companies, clubs, hotels, motels, pubs and restaurants, among others. This qualification allows for multiskilling and for specialisation in accommodation services, cookery, food and beverage, and gaming.

Course Structure

To receive this qualification, you must complete 28 units; 11 core units and 17 elective units. You will attend classes 22.5 hours per week over 3 days (excluding self-directed study).

The course comprises 8 stages, each of 10 weeks, with holidays in between. The first 6 stages are completed in the Certificate IV. Stages 7 and 8 each consist of 10 weeks, with holidays in between.

Units

Students need to complete 28 units of competency, consisting of:

• 11 core units

• 17 elective units

Please note: 23 units can be credit transferred into the Diploma of Hospitality Management from Certificate III & IV Patisserie courses

Core Units

SITXCCS015 Enhance customer service experiences
SITXCCS016 Develop and manage quality customer service practices
SITXCOM010^ Manage conflict
SITXFIN009^ Manage finances within a budget
SITXFIN010 Prepare and monitor budgets
SITXGLC002 Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law
SITXHRM008^ Roster staff
SITXHRM009^ Lead and manage people
SITXMGT004^ Monitor work operations
SITXMGT005 Establish and conduct business relationships
SITXWHS007^ Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

Elective Units

SITXFSA005* Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITHKOP013^ Plan cooking operations
SITHPAT011* Produce cakes
SITHPAT012* Produce specialised cakes
SITHPAT013* Produce pastries
SITHPAT014* Produce yeast-based bakery products
SITHPAT015* Produce petits fours
SITHPAT016* Produce desserts
SITHCCC027* Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITXFSA006* Participate in safe food handling practices
SITXINV006* Receive, store and maintain stock
SITHKOP010* Plan and cost recipes
SITHPAT017* Prepare and model marzipan
SITXCOM002* Show social and cultural sensitivity
SITHPAT018^ Produce chocolate confectionery
SITHPAT019^ Model sugar-based decorations
SITHPAT020^ Design and produce sweet showpieces

Academic Requirements

Entry by interview

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

You may be able to shorten your chosen course by factoring in skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from prior formal studies or training. Acknowledge Education recognises AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations.

Please see Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer for more information.

Graduates can expect to find work in the hospitality industry in one of the following roles:

• Banquet or Function Manager

• Bar Manager

• Café Manager

• Chef de Cuisine

• Chef Patissier

• Club Manager

• Executive Housekeeper

• Front Office Manager

• Gaming Manager

• Kitchen Manager

• Motel Manager

• Restaurant Manager

• Sous Chef

• Unit Manager Catering Operations

On successful completion of the Diploma of Hospitality management, you will be granted with 23 credit exemptions into the Advanced Diploma of Hospitality management at Acknowledge Education.

No intake available until further notice

To enrol as an international student, follow these steps:

1. Submit an enquiry through our website or contact our admissions team

2. Provide your academic transcripts and English test results for assessment

3. Receive your Letter of Offer and accept the offer

4. Pay your initial tuition deposit

5. Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for your visa application

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Yes, we offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfer for relevant previous qualifications. Credit transfer depends on the relevance and level of your previous studies and how they align with this course.

Contact our admissions team for a free assessment of your eligibility for credit transfer. Credit transfer may reduce your study duration and overall tuition fees, depending on the outcome of the assessment.

Changes to your course or provider may impact your student visa. You must ensure you continue to meet your visa conditions, including maintaining enrolment in a registered course.

For specific advice about your visa, please contact the Department of Home Affairs or a registered migration agent/lawyer.

Students studying in designated regional areas may have access to additional visa-related benefits under current government settings.

• Lower cost of living compared to major cities

• Strong employment opportunities in growing regional economies

As visa regulations can change, students should refer to the Department of Home Affairs for the most up-to-date information.

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We provide comprehensive support services for international students:

• Academic support and tutoring

• Career services and employment assistance

• Student welfare and counselling

• Accommodation assistance

• Orientation programs for new students

• Support with understanding student visa conditions and compliance requirements