Food Business Management gives students hands-on experience in creating and analyzing food as well as a foundation in the economics and business operations of food processing. Students completing this program earn the degree Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. Effective Autumn 2026, students will select one of two specializations: Culinary Science or General Food Business.
Possible Career Options
| Communications Director | Consumer Affairs Specialist |
| FDA/USDA Inspector | Food Broker |
| HACCP Manager | Ingredient Sales Manager |
| Market Researcher | Marketing Director |
| Plant Manager | Process Operations Manager |
| Product Development Scientist | Quality Assurance Supervisor |
Classes and Curriculum
Students will take courses in food production, development, and commercialization as well as marketing, economics, and technology.
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Culinary Science Specialization
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Curriculum Requirements |
General Food Business Specialization
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After Graduation
| EMPLOYED* | GRAD SCHOOL | AVERAGE SALARY |
| 88.9% | 0% | $51,013 |
* Numbers are based on responses from graduates at six months post-graduation date.
Getting Involved
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Food Science ClubThe Food Science Club acquaints students with the scope of Food Science and Technology by encouraging leadership, professional development, and developing working relationships between students and faculty. |
Questions?
Contact:
| Mary Kay Pohlschneider |
| Lecturer |
| Department of Food Science and Technology |
| (614) 292-3867 |