Business Management for Bakeries

Learn to run a successful bakery business including cost control, marketing, operations management, and financial planning.

2 Months Business Focus Real-world Applications

Program Overview

Our Business Management program bridges the gap between baking skills and business success. Learn the essential business skills needed to start, run, and grow a profitable bakery operation, from financial management to marketing strategies.

240

Training Hours

85%

Business Success Rate

16

Students per Class

Business Analytics

Curriculum

01

Business Planning

  • Business plan development
  • Market research and analysis
  • Location selection criteria
  • Startup capital requirements
  • Legal structure decisions
02

Financial Management

  • Cost accounting and pricing
  • Cash flow management
  • Profit margin optimization
  • Inventory control systems
  • Financial reporting basics
03

Operations Management

  • Production scheduling
  • Supply chain management
  • Quality control systems
  • Equipment purchasing decisions
  • Facility layout optimization
04

Marketing and Sales

  • Brand development and positioning
  • Digital marketing strategies
  • Customer retention programs
  • Seasonal promotion planning
  • Social media management
05

Human Resources

  • Hiring and training procedures
  • Staff scheduling optimization
  • Performance management
  • Labor law compliance
  • Creating positive work culture
06

Growth Strategies

  • Expansion planning
  • Wholesale opportunities
  • Online sales channels
  • Franchising considerations
  • Exit strategy planning

Business Models Covered

Retail Bakery

Traditional storefront bakery with direct-to-consumer sales and custom orders.

Wholesale Operations

Large-scale production for restaurants, cafes, and retail distribution.

Mobile Bakery

Food truck or mobile cart operations for events and farmers markets.

Online Bakery

E-commerce focused with home delivery and subscription services.

Admission Requirements

Baking Experience

Professional baking certificate or equivalent industry experience

Basic Math Skills

Ability to work with percentages, ratios, and financial calculations

Entrepreneurial Interest

Genuine interest in starting or improving a bakery business

!

Recommended

Basic computer skills for digital marketing and financial software

Enrollment Information

Program Duration

2 months part-time (240 hours)

Class Size

Maximum 16 students per class

Start Dates

January, May, September

Tuition

$7,500 CAD (includes software access)

Graduate Success Stories

Sarah's Artisan Bakery

"The business management program helped me turn my passion into a profitable bakery. I learned to price my products correctly and now have three locations!"

150% revenue growth in Year 1

Mike's Mobile Treats

"I started with a food truck after graduation. The marketing strategies I learned helped me build a loyal customer base and expand to catering."

$200K revenue in first year

Emma's Online Bakery

"The e-commerce training was invaluable. I run my business entirely online now and ship across Canada with a 40% profit margin."

500+ monthly orders

Turn Your Baking Skills Into Business Success

Learn the business skills needed to build and grow a profitable bakery operation from industry experts.