Graduate Certificate in Food and Nutrition Management

Barrie

 

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Program Overview

Georgian College, located in Canada, offers a comprehensive and industry-focused Graduate Certificate program in Food and Nutrition Management. This program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the dynamic field of food service management with a focus on nutrition.

Overview:

The Graduate Certificate in Food and Nutrition Management at Georgian College is a one-year program designed to meet the growing demand for professionals who can effectively manage food service operations while ensuring nutritional standards are met. The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical training to develop students' proficiency in areas such as food safety, menu planning, nutrition analysis, and personnel management.

Curriculum:

The program curriculum is carefully designed to cover a wide range of topics relevant to food and nutrition management. Some of the key subjects covered include:

  1. Food Service Operations Management: Students learn the principles of managing food service operations, including menu development, portion control, quality assurance, and cost management.

  2. Nutrition and Menu Planning: This course focuses on the integration of nutrition principles into menu planning, considering dietary requirements, allergies, and special dietary needs.

  3. Food Safety and Sanitation: Students gain an understanding of food safety regulations and best practices, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards in food service establishments.

  4. Applied Human Resources Management: This course covers personnel management aspects, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and conflict resolution.

  5. Financial Management in Food Service: Students learn about budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis specific to food service operations.

  6. Nutrition Analysis and Communication: This course emphasizes the analysis of nutritional content in foods and the effective communication of nutrition information to clients, customers, and stakeholders.

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Location

Barrie

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Score

IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fee

CAD 23175

Application Fees : CAD $ 100

Postgraduate Diploma:

  1. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.
  2. A minimum overall academic average of 65% or higher in the qualifying exams.
  3. English language proficiency test scores such as IELTS or TOEFL (minimum score of 6.5 in IELTS and 88 in TOEFL).

It is important to note that meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to Georgian College. Admission decisions are based on a competitive selection process, and meeting the minimum requirements is only the first step.

Unfortunately, Georgian College does not provide scholarships to international students. However, there are several external scholarships and bursaries that international students can apply for.

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Food and Nutrition Management program at Georgian College have excellent career prospects in various sectors of the food industry. Some potential career paths include:

  1. Food Service Manager: Overseeing the overall operations of food service establishments, including restaurants, healthcare facilities, hotels, and catering companies.

  2. Nutrition Manager: Working in healthcare facilities or institutions to ensure proper nutrition standards are met in food service operations, and providing dietary guidance to patients or residents.

  3. Menu Planner: Developing menus for restaurants, cafeterias, and food service providers, considering nutritional guidelines, dietary restrictions, and customer preferences.

  4. Quality Assurance Coordinator: Ensuring food safety standards and regulations are met, conducting inspections and audits to maintain quality control in food service operations.

  5. Food and Beverage Consultant: Providing expert advice and guidance to organizations on improving their food service operations, including menu development, nutrition analysis, and cost management.

  6. Community Nutrition Coordinator: Working in community organizations or public health agencies to develop and implement nutrition programs, promoting healthy eating habits and food security.


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