BMC403 Bar Managers Course
Hospo, Food & Tourism
A course by
NMIT
Short course for individuals seeking the knowledge and skills required to hold a Bar Manager's Certificate, including training on legal requirements and host responsibility under New Zealand law.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Nelson, Nelson


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Understand host responsibility
Demonstrate knowledge of host responsibility as a duty manager of licensed premises.

Apply legal requirements in practice
Understand and apply the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 to everyday decision-making within licensed premises.

Prepare for Licence Controller Qualification
Complete the NZQA unit standards and requirements for the Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ), enabling application for a Bar Manager's Certificate.
What You're Signing Up For
The BMC403 Bar Managers Course at NMIT is designed for those who want to develop the knowledge and skills required to obtain a Manager's Certificate for licensed premises in New Zealand. The course covers host responsibilities, the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012, and prepares students to apply for their Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ). Upon completion, students receive NZQA unit standards and the qualification needed to take on bar management responsibilities.
Course Content
- Host responsibilities: server and practice
- Legal requirements for alcohol licensing
- Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012
- NZQA Unit Standard 16705: Host responsibility requirements as duty manager
- NZQA Unit Standard 4646 v8: Knowledge of the Sale of Liquor Act 2012
What you need to know first
Must be 18 years of age or over to enrol.
Must be 20 years or over to hold a Bar Manager's Certificate.

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Hospitality
Food and Beverage
Alcohol Licensing

Future employment opportunities might be
Eligible to apply for Bar Manager's Certificate
Duty manager of licensed premises
Hospitality management roles requiring alcohol licensing knowledge


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