Online Food Industry Management Degree :: Accredited Universities

ASU's online Bachelor of Arts in food industry management prepares students for business careers in the processing, marketing and distribution of food beyond the farm to retail stores, restaurants, and institutions.
There is a growing demand for professional management in an industry that is becoming increasingly competitive, sophisticated and global. Food industry management students will learn mission-critical skills in applied finance, strategy, marketing, human resource and supply-chain management necessary for success in any food-related enterprise. They will be able to identify problems and opportunities arising in the chain and articulate their recommendations to appropriate stakeholders.

FIM students take 18 credit hours of upper-division courses specific to the food industry, including food advertising and promotion, microeconomic analysis of food markets, food supply networks, food retailing and food product innovation and development. Every course addresses a different issue in where theoretical approaches, analytical methods and industry practice are unique to the food industry. Such industry-specific skills and understanding cannot be obtained in a traditional business degree.

The FIM program has been developed in close coordination with partners in the food industry to help ensure graduates have the knowledge and skills needed to become immediate leaders.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must successfully complete ASU competency requirements. Admission may be granted with one deficiency in no more than two competency areas. Deficiencies cannot be in both math and laboratory science. Students must earn a minimum 2.0 in any subject area. Most competencies may also be met by test scores or college courses.

English - 4 years (composition/literature based)
Math - 4 years - Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and one course requiring Algebra II as a prerequisite.
Laboratory Science - 3 years total (1 year each from any of the following areas are accepted: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Integrated Sciences, and Physics)
Social Science - 2 years (including one year American History)
Foreign Language - 2 years (same language)
Fine Arts - 1 year

Applicants must also meet at least one of the following:

Top 25% in high school graduating class
3.0 GPA in competency courses (4.0 = A)
ACT 22 (24 nonresidents)*
SAT Reasoning 1040 (1110 nonresidents)*

*ASU does not require the writing portion of these tests.

Official transcripts must be mailed directly to Undergraduate Admissions by the records office of the issuing institution(s). ASU does not accept transcripts delivered by hand or fax. Please have your previous academic institution(s) mail your official transcript to the appropriate ASU mailing address

Individual Review
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All students who don’t meet the above standards will be evaluated through a process called Individual Review. Through this process Undergraduate Admissions will review all available information about a student’s application, carefully considering all aspects of a student’s academic background and accomplishments. Submission of an ACT or SAT test score is highly recommended. In some cases, additional information might be requested.

International Applicants
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TOEFL and IELTS score must be mailed to the university.

Other Fees

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CQUniversity’s Bachelor of Agribusiness and Food Security will provide well-trained agricultural and horticultural graduates with a nationally recognised qualification that integrates knowledge and skills science as well as business.

As climate change, challenges in food production, and rapid urban growth place an ever-increasing pressure on agricultural industries, food security has now emerged as a global issue. These challenges have created a demand for skilled professionals and there are excellent career prospects for students.

In your first year of study you will gain the basic science and business knowledge and skills required to understand agricultural based enterprises. Advanced level courses in the second year provide you with knowledge of sustainable food and fibre production, the food production chain and value adding for agricultural products, the economics of primary production industries, managing water resources, and the use of technology in agriculture. Final year courses look at business finance, ensuring the security of food production systems, how plants function in the environment and precision livestock management. You can then choose from a range of electives in business, science or geography to provide in-depth knowledge of factors that affect agricultural businesses and the provision of a secure food supply.

Benefit from the flexibility to study on-campus or by distance education. The option to study part-time enables you to take advantage of the many employment opportunities in the agriculture industry while you study.

Entry Requirements

N/A

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

Notes

Many courses have compulsory residential schools throughout the duration of the program.

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The course is designed for those who want to progress their career into agricultural management. There are four Majors: (1) Crop Production; (2) Livestock Production; (3) Production Horticulture; and (4) Poultry Production.

The course covers the latest technology and production techniques for your industry. You will complete vocational units to develop practical skills in farm management, while deepening your understanding of the science and technology of modern agriculture through the UNE units.

By completing this degree you will be able to apply your technical knowledge and business management skills to improve the sustainability, productivity and profitability of farming systems.

You will need access to a farm enterprise for your selected Major on which to base projects and reports throughout the course. All units are supported by online study guides and you can complete the degree part-time while you work in agriculture.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(1) hold the Associate Degree in Agrifood Systems from UNE; OR

(2) Academic entry requirement

(a) hold the Higher School Certificate with the minimum ATAR (72.55) for UNE entry; or

(b) hold a VET Certificate IV or higher qualification in any field; or

(c) achieve the required minimum skills profile against the Australian Core Skills Framework.

and

(3) Industry experience requirement

(a) hold a VET Certificate III or higher qualification in Agriculture; or

(b) provide written documentation of at least one year's relevant industry experience in agricultural production.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

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Protect your most valuable asset. Every savvy business leader knows that his/her success hinges on providing its customers – both internal and external – with a high level of service that surpasses their expectations. Customer service is essential to not only retain existing customers but grow a business. Those skilled in customer care bring value to their organizations and will find that their talents are in high demand across all channels. JIU created its BBA in Customer Care Management degree program to provide you with a solid foundation in business fundamentals (finance, accounting, organizational communication, and management, etc.) while exposing you to the specific knowledge and practical techniques needed to excel in the customer service arena.

The ability to provide superior customer care is required in every industry, especially where competition on price and products is aggressive. This degree program is well-suited for students currently working in customer service, client relations, or sales support, or those who seek positions in those fields. The expertise gained in this specialization can be applied to a variety of jobs in an array of industries, including financial and insurance services, retail and wholesale, health care, food and hospitality services, telecommunications, manufacturing and business support. Potential jobs range from customer service specialist and call center manager to communications system analyst and director of client relations.

Entry Requirements

Applicants who are admitted into any bachelor degree program have met the following admission requirements:

- Have earned high school diploma from an institution that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (or its international equivalent).

International Applicants
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1. Completion of secondary education (high school diploma); translated and evaluated to U.S. equivalency by an approved credential evaluator.

2. English Language Proficiency: Applicants must demonstrate sufficient English language skills for admission into a JIU degree program by meeting one or more of the following criteria:

- Test of English as a Foreign Language (link is external) (TOEFL®): Evidence of having scored at least 61 on the Internet-based Test (iBT™), 173 on the Computer-based Test (CBT), or 500 on the Paper-based Test (PBT). Results must be sent directly from the testing service by selecting JIU as the recipient along with entering our Designation Code (DI) of 7463, OR

- International English Language Testing System (link is external) (IELTS): Reading and writing band scores must be 5.5 or higher with no band less than 5.0. Results must be sent to JIU directly from the testing service.

Other Fees

Books and supplies: $6,800

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Learn why Garret Baldwin chose MS-MBA

Dual-degree online master's

To successfully lead in today's complex food and agribusiness marketplace,you need general business management expertise, as well as industry-specific knowledge. The MS-MBA in Food and agribusiness Management is the only industry-focused graduate program that allows you to continue your career while pursuing two master's degrees from reputable universities - an MBA from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University and an MS in agricultural economics from Purdue University's College of Agriculture.

Top 5 reasons to choose the MS-MBA
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1. “Go to class” when and where you want
More than 85 percent of the MS-MBA is delivered online, and you don’t have to log-in at a specific time or place. You control when and where you want to study based on your schedule.

2. Earn two degrees from well-known universities
In 27 months, you earn an MBA from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, a Top 20 business school, and an MS in agricultural economics from Purdue University's College of Agriculture, ranked No. 6 in the world by Quacquarelli Symonds. Concerned about online delivery? The MS-MBA program online curriculum mirrors what you would find on each campus.

3. Learn relevant and immediately applicable content
Credentialed faculty members balance theory with real-life application to strengthen your critical-thinking skills. Through the capstone project, you transfer classroom concepts to the workplace by focusing on a significant issue at your company.

4. Network and build lifelong relationships
Your MS-MBA classmates represent various sectors of the food and agribusiness industry. By exchanging experiences and ideas through online courses and the five one-week residencies, you expand your professional network and establish lifelong friendships.

5. Experience global business situations
Exploring issues from a global perspective throughout the MS-MBA prepares you for the ultimate experience — a one-week international residency. The trip exposes you to first-hand global business situations and solidifies classroom discussions surrounding international challenges and opportunities.

Entry Requirements

1. A bachelor’s degree

2. Three years of work experience (paid internships usually apply; positions of increasing responsibility are recommended)

3. Scores from the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT).

4. Scores from the TOEFL exam (For international applicants)

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