Polytechnic International Bali, or PIB for short, is a prestigious hospitality and culinary institute in prime location in Bali with world class facilities, and internationally-trained academic team.
Politeknik International Bali
2 Weeks
The 2-week program combines practical training in Exotic Asian Cuisine & Pastry Cooking with lectures and guest lectures in English and weekly excursions.
5 Subjects
Five subjects uniquely combine the study of culinary skills, knowledge about ingredients and nutrition with gastronomic expertise and management skills.
Certificate
After completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of accomplishment. Students can earn up to 10 credit points which are transferable within the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) and other Credit Systems such as the US credit system.
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Exotic Culinary Arts
Bali is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, not least because of the overwhelming Balinese hospitality and the flourishing gastronomy. Bali boasts a wealth of exotic and healthy cuisine. This 2-weeks program, “Exotic Culinary Arts” at the beautiful campus of Politeknik Internasional Bali, and the associated Bali Culinary Pastry School, is a short course for international students from the areas of culinary and gastronomy, as well as a further education course for passionate chefs or apprentices and anyone interested in specializing in Southeast Asian cuisine or kitchen management. Uniquely, this course combines the handicraft and the art of Asian cuisine class with knowledge of exotic Asian ingredients, management skills, and business plan in culinary. In practical lessons, participants are given the opportunity to learn the skills of Asian cookery, deepen the topics of entrepreneurship and management in lectures and explore the famous food and beverage field of Bali in weekly excursions.
Exotic Culinary Arts
General
How is the course organized?
The course is composed of:
- practical cooking classes
- lectures
- excursions
- workshops
- cultural events
Who can participate?
The course is geared toward anybody studying or working in the fields of the following disciplines:
- Culinary Arts
- Food-Management
- Gastronomy
- and other related subject areas
Further, professional chefs, confectioners, or anybody interested in specializing in Southeast Asian cuisine or kitchen management and entrepreneurship is welcome to join the program.
Why study in Bali?
With the course at Politeknik Internasional Bali, you will:
- Study in a dreamlike environment on a campus of international standards
- Learn the skills of Southeast Asian cuisine in an authentic environment
- Gain extensive knowledge of corporate governance and hospitality management
- Get practical experience in a location with flourishing gastronomy
- Collect up to 12 credit points for credit transfer and a certificate of accomplishment
- Expand your network and meet participants from all over the world
Exotic Culinary Arts
Dates
2024
Winter Course 2024
Start Date: February 19, 2024 (Monday)
Application Deadline: January 31, 2024
Exotic Culinary Arts
Fees
Early BirdBe one of the first applicants and save on the course fee
€ 1250
course feeAPPLY BEFORE DECEMBER 15, 2023
Including:
- Cooking Classes and All Ingredients
- Tuition Fee for the Short Course
- Lectures and Guest Lectures Conducted in English
- Excursions, Workshops, and Training Sessions
- Support for the Application and Preparation Process
- Administration Services
Regular
€ 1350
course feeIncluding:
- Cooking Classes and All Ingredients
- Tuition Fee for the Short Course
- Lectures and Guest Lectures Conducted in English
- Excursions, Workshops, and Training Sessions
- Support for the Application and Preparation Process
- Administration Services
Early BirdBe one of the first applicants and save on the course fee
$ 1370
course feeAPPLY BEFORE DECEMBER 15, 2023
Including:
- Cooking Classes and All Ingredients
- Tuition Fee for the Short Course
- Lectures and Guest Lectures Conducted in English
- Excursions, Workshops, and Training Sessions
- Support for the Application and Preparation Process
- Administration Services
Regular
$ 1500
course feeIncluding:
- Cooking Classes and All Ingredients
- Tuition Fee for the Short Course
- Lectures and Guest Lectures Conducted in English
- Excursions, Workshops, and Training Sessions
- Support for the Application and Preparation Process
- Administration Services
Exotic Culinary Arts
Subjects

Subjects
- Asian Food, Ingredients and Nutrition (Theory)
- Indonesian Culinary Heritage (Practical)
- Asian Exotic Cuisine (Practical)
- Indonesian Pastry and Sweets Product (Practical)
- Kitchen Management and Business Plan (Theory)

Food, Ingredients & Nutrition
Internationally trained chefs will teach participants in Asian food, ingredients, and nutrition. From fresh Indonesian herbs and spices to Asian curry, sauces, flavoring components or fermented ingredients, to the characteristics, use, and application of herbs and spices to the knowledge of nutrition and the impact of special dishes on the body.

Indonesian Culinary Heritage
Indonesia is famous for its culinary heritage. From the all-time classic Nasi Goreng to Sate, Gado-Gado, Soto Ayam or Rendang, in this hands-on course participants will learn about the unique Indonesian cuisine and all its facets, studying dishes, menus, recipes and also the visual design of dishes.

Asian Exotic Cuisine
Asian cuisine is wonderfully colorful and varied! It combines the cooking practices of different countries and cultures with different recipes, ingredients, and flavors. In this course, participants will go on a culinary journey – from Korean to Japanese, Vietnamese to Singaporean, Chinese and Indian.

Indonesian pastries and sweets
In this hands-on course, participants learn how to make various Indonesian pastries, desserts, and sweets. Traditionally Indonesian dishes are richly decorated. Participants will not only learn the recipes for pastries, and confectionary but also the visual design of dishes, from “Fruit Carving” to “Ice Carving” and “Traditional Decoration”.

Kitchen Management
This course introduces into the topic of kitchen management and explains the basic principles of how to handle and manage professional gastronomy – from kitchen security to storage management, food cost calculation and the development of a culinary business plan to the creation of a food and beverage menu and menu engineering.
Exotic Culinary Arts
Application
Preparation
You can apply online, using our online registration form. Have your letter of enrollment, a copy of your passport ID page, and a high-resolution picture handy.
Fill in the registration form
Fill in the online registration form and upload all required documents. Within 1-3 working days, you will receive an email from us with your registration confirmation.
Confirm Application
Sign the registration confirmation and send it back to us. Your registration is now complete and you will receive all further information regarding study fees, visa, accommodations, etc.
Exotic Culinary Arts
FAQ
Politeknik Internasional Bali

POLITEKNIK INTERNASIONAL BALI (PIB)
The Politeknik International Bali campus and the associated Bali Culinary Pastry School are strategically located in a fast-growing tourism area in Bali between Kuta Beach and Tanah Lot. The area is surrounded by international tourism and hospitality brands, but is quiet, with beautiful, green surroundings. PIB’s vision is to educate excellent graduates who are highly skilled in their fields of expertise, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills. With numerous cooperation partners in the tourism and gastronomy industry, as well as an internationally-trained team, the focus is on practical classes. The entire campus of the PIB is generously and impressively designed. All rooms and equipment are upscale, to international standards.
Certificates
At the end of the program, participants who satisfactorily complete all course requirements will be awarded certificates as follows:
- A certificate stating that the student has attended the program;
- An Academic Transcript showing the participant’s performance in the program. The grades in the transcript are the final marks;
- A Certificate stating that the participant has participated in workshops and academic excursions (on request).
ECTS
All programs are designed to comply with the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). This system is based on workload, measured in hours and includes lectures, exams, self-study, research, subject-related excursions, etc. The summer school corresponds to 10 ECTS credits. ECTS enables the measurement, comparison, and transfer of academic achievements between universities. If the summer school is completed successfully, the credits achieved can be credited with the help of ECTS. So you can return to your home university without any loss of time or credit points. The ECTS system is transferable to other credit systems such as the US credit system and similar systems.
If you want to have the subjects credited at your home university, we suggest having the course pre-approved by the home institution’s exchange coordinator, academic advisor, or a professor; whoever is in charge of credit transfer and sign a “Learning Agreement”, in order to provide a transparent and efficient preparation of the study period abroad and to ensure that you will receive recognition for the educational components successfully completed abroad.
Visa
For our short course in Bali, PIB College permits participants to enter Indonesia using a Visa on Arrival (VoA).
The Visa on Arrival is a convenient entry option for travelers who wish to visit Indonesia for a short period. This type of visa is usually valid for 30 days and can be extended for an additional 30 days at the immigration office within Indonesia. It is primarily intended for tourism, social visits, and short-term courses.
The VoA is available to citizens of specific countries, and it’s crucial to check if your nationality is on the list. On arrival, you will need to pay a visa fee. Given the benefits and the relatively hassle-free procedure, a VoA is an excellent option for students looking to enrich their educational experience.
Accommodation
Usually, participants form groups and rent a house or a villa (house with pool) together. We have a Facebook group for each semester, where the students can meet the other participants. For those who would like to book accommodation beforehand, we recommend the website of Zaheva Bali, offering accommodation with student prizes.
The PIB also offers rooms in its own student dorm. Please ask for further information.
Additional Costs
The tuition fee for the 4-weeks program includes:
- Cooking Classes and all ingredients
- Lectures and guest lectures in English
- Excursions & workshops
- Help with application and preparation
- Enrolment & administration
- Welcoming & Farewell event
- Selected student services
not included in the tuition fee:
» Flight
» Visa Fees & Extension Fees
» Travel Health Insurance
» Transport
» Living costs
» Accommodation can be booked additionally
The cost of living is relatively low in Bali. However, it is difficult to say how much money you will need for the 4 weeks, as it strongly depends on the individual lifestyle.
Here you can find a list of general living costs.