Foods and Nutrition in Business

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Foods and Nutrition in Business

If you have an appreciation for food and all things culinary, the foods and nutrition in business major is a perfect fit for you. Described by faculty as the ‘foodie’ major, this course of study will prepare you for a professional career in the food industry.

Upon graduation, you will be prepared to enter the business world with a strong foundation in many food-related spheres: food science, basic nutrition, the cultural aspects of food, research and development of new foods and food marketing, among others.

Potential careers include product development, food testing, food journalism, marketing food to consumers and institutional customers, inspection of foodservice facilities, catering, entrepreneurship and more.