City & Guilds Western Pastry Entrepreneurship Certificate Course
City & Guilds 西式糕點創業證書課程
About this course
A City & Guilds accredited Western pastry entrepreneurship programme covering fundamental to advanced cake and dessert techniques. The course uses a four-in-one teaching model — theory, demonstration, hands-on practice, post-class exercises, and examination — conducted in a purpose-built simulated bakery environment. Students learn butter cakes, mousses, French tarts, macarons, mirror-glaze cakes, mille-feuille, and chocolate tempering. Upon passing the assessment, graduates receive a jointly issued certificate from City & Guilds (UK) and HKNOC, recognised in over 80 countries.
Why Choose This Course
HKNOC is a City & Guilds Approved Centre offering an internationally recognised certificate valid in 80+ countries. Small classes of 6–8 students ensure personalised coaching, while a purpose-built simulated bakery environment mirrors real production conditions. Instructors have 10–30 years of industry experience, and free post-class practice sessions (valued at HK$12,000) are included to reinforce skills.
Why Study This
- Gain an internationally recognised credential to support career change or entrepreneurship
- Master a comprehensive range of Western pastry skills from basics to advanced chocolate work
- Build a professional portfolio of products to attract clients or investors
- Benefit from shared supplier resources and 5% discount on other HKNOC courses
- Flexible part-time schedule (1–2 days/week) suitable for working adults
Syllabus
Foundation (Day 1–4)
- Butter pound cake
- Matcha pound cake
- Earl Grey chiffon cake
- Swiss roll
- Cookies (Italian nut & butter)
- Banana chocolate mousse cake
- Italian cheesecake
- New York cheesecake
- Original mille crêpe
- Fresh cream cake
- French lemon tart
- French macarons
- Choux pastry & swan puffs
City & Guilds Certificate (Day 5–6)
- Mango pomelo mousse cake
- Leopard matcha sake mirror glaze cake
- Handmade + machine laminated pastry
- Hazelnut Napoleon
- Apple turnover
- Butterfly puff
Exam (Day 6.5)
- Theory exam + practical exam
Advanced – Chocolate (Day 7–8)
- Chocolate classification & tempering
- Soft-centre chocolates
- Enrobing technique
- Cocoa butter colouring
- Moulding
- Chocolate curl decoration
- Miniature chocolate display assembly
Certificates
- 🏆City & Guilds (UK) Certificate
- 🏆HKNOC Certificate
Course Provider
Hong Kong New Oriental Culinary Art Limited (HKNOC) — 香港新東方廚藝培訓 — is a professional culinary training centre established in Hong Kong in 2016 as part of the Xinhua Group's education network, with over 28 years of experience. HKNOC is a City & Guilds Approved Centre, offering internationally accredited certificates in Western pastry, bread baking, and Western culinary arts.
HK$18,600
HK$21,200
Group price · HKD
1-on-1: HK$0
🎉 Early enrolment discount: HK$18,600 (save HK$2,600)
🎉 5% off other HKNOC courses for enrolled students
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