Program Overview

Food Business Leadership

Overview

• Online Bachelor's Degree for CIA Associate Graduates Only
• This program is tailored for individuals aiming to elevate their careers in the food industry through advanced business acumen, designed especially for those holding a CIA associate degree and possessing at least four years of full-time, progressive work experience post-degree.

Quick Facts

• Start Date: September
• Campus: Online
• Eligibility: For CIA Associate Degree Graduates Only

Program Highlights

• Fully Online Curriculum: The program is accessible remotely, allowing for bachelor's degree attainment without interrupting professional commitments.
• Comprehensive Skill Development: Focus on food business-specific skills necessary for leadership and success in the evolving food landscape.
• Career-Relevant Topics: Exploration of subjects including economics, sustainability of food systems, and essential business leadership principles.
• Transfer Credits: Up to 30 credits may be transferred from non-CIA colleges to expedite degree completion.

Careers

• Graduates will have access to leadership opportunities across various sectors of the food industry, including:
  • Food and beverage management
  • Corporate foodservice
  • Restaurants and catering
  • Hotels and resorts
  • School foodservice

Curriculum

• The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Food Business Leadership comprises 60 credits, which includes:
  • 27 credits in liberal arts requirements
  • 3 credits in liberal arts electives
  • 30 credits in business leadership requirements

Faculty

• The courses are delivered by a distinguished faculty of industry experts, including:
  • Dr. Alisa Neuneker, Associate Professor, Food Business School
  • Dr. Taylor Reid, Professor, Liberal Arts
  • Dr. Amelia Asperin, Professor, Food Business School
  • James V. Brady, Associate Professor, Liberal Arts

Admissions

• Candidates must provide:
  • Evidence of a CIA associate degree.
  • Documented experience of four years in a progressive work capacity post-associate degree.

Tuition and Financial Aid

• Emphasis on making education affordable with more than 90% of students receiving some form of financial aid. The educational costs are comparable to similar institutions, providing excellent return on investment through hands-on opportunities and expert instruction.

Online Program Features

• Flexible Study Options: Students have the capacity to tailor their study pace between three to nine credits per semester, fitting their education around personal and professional responsibilities.
• Interaction with Faculty: Engaging formats include asynchronous coursework with the potential for real-time discussions and collaborations.

This carefully structured online program stands unique in its integration of food-focused business education, setting graduates on a path to significant roles within the food industry.