Food Business and Innovation (MSc)

The one-year Master of Science in Food Business & Innovation at University College Cork is an innovative and interdisciplinary program that provides students with a comprehensive education in the field of food business. The program features a unique curriculum that covers topics such as market analysis, product development, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through laboratory work and field visits to local businesses, allowing them to apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems related to food business operations. The program is unique in its focus on innovation and entrepreneurship, providing students with the skills needed to develop their own food startups or join existing companies as consultants. Graduates of this program will be well prepared for careers in food production, marketing, or research and development within both large-scale businesses and small start-ups. With expert faculty members from the industry and the world’s leading Food & Beverage companies embracing graduates from this program, it provides an excellent opportunity for students to establish themselves as innovators