Overview

The Advanced Diploma Dual Program at APCA is a powerful 16-month journey that combines both pastry arts and culinary arts—ideal for students seeking comprehensive training and unmatched career versatility. This intensive course covers everything from classic French patisserie and artisan baking to international cuisines, gourmet plating, and kitchen leadership.

In addition to technical mastery, the dual program includes key business modules:

• Business Administration

• Entrepreneurship Development

• Basic Accounting for Chefs

• Business Planning and Strategy

Taught by globally acclaimed chefs and pastry champions, the program opens doors to high-impact careers in hospitality, entrepreneurship, and food innovation. Graduates also have the option to apply for paid international internships in top culinary destinations including France, Italy, Spain, Australia, Maldives, and Mauritius.

• STRUCTURE

  90% Hands-on Training + 10% Theory

• CERTIFICATION

  Advanced Diploma, City & Guilds, UK

• BONUS UPON GRADUATION

  1 Year access to APCA Chef Online

  Job & internship placement in Malaysia

  1 Complimentary masterclass at Asia Pastry Forum

• INTERNATIONAL PAID INTERNSHIP

  France: 6 months paid internship *OPTIONAL

  Spain: 6–9 months paid Internship *OPTIONAL

  Italy: 8–11 months internship *OPTIONAL

  Maldives & Mauritius: 6 months internship *OPTIONAL

  Australia: 1 year internship and job placement (*Minimum of 1 Year Working Experience)

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