6 Food Service Management Masters Degree Programs

Apply a design-driven perspective to the creation of gastronomic projects. The Master in Food Design: Innovation in Products, Services, and Experiences is designed for professionals looking to develop creative strategies, optimize processes, and make an impact in the food industry. Through a learning by doing approach, this Master's program combines strategic design, applied creativity, and project management to transform the way we interact with food. Throughout the program, you will work with design and innovation tools such as design thinking, prototyping, sensory analysis, experience design, visual storytelling, and sustainability strategies—all applied to real projects in collaboration with industry professionals. If you want to specialize in Food Design with a strategic, market-driven approach, this Master’s program will equip you with the skills to drive transformation in the gastronomic industry.

The Master of Science in New Food Product & Business Development is designed to develop food scientists and business professionals specializing in the creation of novel food products.

The ESB’s Master's in Food Engineering, is aimed at those interested in food and bioprocess engineering, risk assessment, process development and control, advanced production systems and associated environmental and social issues. This specialization leads graduates to various job opportunities in one of the most important sectors in Portugal and the European Union.

The Master of Philosophy (Food Studies) aims to groom graduates into highly qualified professionals who are experts in the field of Food Studies. To achieve this, Taylor’s University and University Toulouse Jean Jaurès (UT2J) have designed a comprehensive curriculum which encompasses components like research skills, anthropology and sociology of food, understanding of the different food cultures, food trends and business outlook, socio-political issues on food nutrition and public health and many more.

At the end of the Master (MBA) in Nutrition and Culinary Arts (Food Service Management) study program, graduates will combine theory with their work experience and display a sound knowledge of the Nutrition and Culinary Arts (Food Service Management).

The Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics will prepare students to communicate principles and practices of lifespan nutrition related to health and longevity as well as evaluate principles and practices related to wellness. At the end of this program, graduates will be able to implement best practices in personnel management related to foodservice systems and sit for the national Certifying Board for Dietary Managers (C.B.D.M.) Credentialing Exam.