__University__ 2015-2016 Bulletin

Food Industry Management Certificate

The Food Industry Management Certificate provides undergraduate students with an educational foundation in the field of food distribution, marketing, and management. Certificate requirements include the study of the overall competitive business marketplace of the food industry from a cross-industry perspective, consumer trends, trade relationships, supply and logistics issues, retailing and distribution, electronic commerce, and industry practicum.

Students are required to complete degree requirements specified for a business administration major in order to be awarded the Food Industry Management Certificate. In addition, students must complete all certificate requirements specified below:

Requirements

Courses

Mktg 375Retailing

4

Mktg 435Consumer Package Goods Marketing

4

ISQA 458Purchasing and Logistics within the Food Industry

4

Mktg 409Practicum

1-12

4 hours of directed electives, selected with the faculty adviser's approval

4

Total Credit Hours:20

Mktg 409: 4 credits required.

Approved electives include: Mgmt 351, Mktg 373, Mgmt 464, Actg 460, Mktg 467, Mktg 461, or Mktg 338