Food industry management | Majors | Michigan State University

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Food industry management involves having a systemwide perspective of managerial problems confronting firms in the food industry, recognizing the increased interdependence among such firms and focusing on creating consumer value.

Food management students explore decision making, data analysis and strategic planning in agrifood systems. In addition to the core areas of study, students have the flexibility to choose courses related to their individual interests in farm management, public policy, labor and personnel management, and global food issues.

ALUMNI PURSUITS

Graduates with a food management degree work in one of the world’s most important industries, ensuring that food effectively reaches markets and consumers.

Alumni work at:

Acosa Sales and Marketing
Barry Callebaut
Cherry Capital Foods
Coca-Cola Enterprises
Entourage Freight Solutions
Jewel-Osco
Spectrum Health

Alumni work as:

Account managers
Customer client managers
Logistics account executives
Operations analysts
Research administrators
Sales leadership associate
Store managers

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