| Course Name |
Food Business Strategy |
| Course Provider |
University College Dublin |
| Course Code |
D042 |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
University College Dublin |
Level 9 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Belfield |
| Qualification Letters |
MSc |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Next Intake: 2017/2018 September. |
| Application Date |
FT (D042)
Deadline: Rolling*
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
1 Year Full Time |
| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
-A minimum second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in Agricultural Science, Science, Business, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or related degree, or
-An honours Graduate Diploma in Business Studies or related subject, or
-A primary degree with a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience |
| Comment |
Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes
This course is open to a wide range of undergraduate profiles, but is especially suitable for those with a background in agriculture-based or other science degrees seeking to develop their business expertise and those with more business-focused degrees and an interest in moving into the food sector. |
| Course Content |
Expand+The curriculum has been co-devised by UCD Smurfit School and UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science in order to offer a unique opportunity to receive the highest quality business training as well as to gain a deep understanding of the food sector...
Hide-The curriculum has been co-devised by UCD Smurfit School and UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science in order to offer a unique opportunity to receive the highest quality business training as well as to gain a deep understanding of the food sector Insight into the core business concepts that graduates from the course will need to master with a view to a future career in the sector.
-Advanced knowledge of the factors specific to food affecting the sustainability of food production and the role that innovation can play in the sector
-An appreciation of the increasingly complex and global environment in which the food business currently operates and the uncertainties and risks attached to food production
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Stage 1 - Core
Economics of Food
AERD40100
Group Project
AERD40110
Food Policy
AERD40130
Innovation for Food Business
AERD40150
Supply Chain Mgt Global Food Sys
BMGT44500
Customer Driven...
Hide-Stage 1 - Core
Economics of Food
AERD40100
Group Project
AERD40110
Food Policy
AERD40130
Innovation for Food Business
AERD40150
Supply Chain Mgt Global Food Sys
BMGT44500
Customer Driven Mkg Food Indus
MKT42060
Comp Strategy in Global Food Industry
MKT42070
Leadership for Growth: food industry
MKT42230
Stage 1 - Option
Economics of Entrepreneurship
BMGT43480
Creativity, Innovation & Entrepreneurship
BMGT44300
Managing Negotiation Process MSc
BMGT44360
Project Management MScBus
BMGT44510
Brand Management
MKT40590
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| Number of Credits |
90 credits |
| Careers or Further Progression |
The food sector is seen as a key growth sector. There are therefore many opportunities, both nationally and internationally in a wide range of businesses, both directly in food but also in the many related industries.
Likely roles that graduates may go into include:
Account Manager
Marketing Executive
Management Trainee
Account Strategist |
| Further Enquiries |
Contact Name: Donna Downing
Contact Number: 01 716 8948
Email: graduatestudies@ucd.ie
Telephone: +353 (0)1 716 4043 |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
| International Students |
Web Page - Click Here |
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