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Food Industry Managment
Bachelor of Science in Food Industry Management [B.Sc.(FIM)]
Learn how to get the most out of your degree and prepare for your future career.
The Bachelor of Science in Food Industry Management [B.Sc. (FIM)] degree meets the growing industry demand for graduates with interdisciplinary training in food science, agribusiness, and marketing. Students in this program will learn advanced knowledge of food science, agri-food economics, food management practices and food industry policy to prepare them for jobs in the booming agri-food sector. You’ll learn about business management, agricultural commodities, bioproducts, food processing and safety, quality assurance, and transportation and processing, food safety.
To address emergent needs in the agri-food sector, you will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. You will learn how agricultural commodities, bioproducts, transportation, processing, and business policies can profitably support the delivery of a safe and sustainable food supply.
Not a USask student?
Learn more about studying food industry management at USask and apply for admission.
Explore your major
Learn more about some of the required major-specific courses for this degree. View the course and program catalogue or meet with an academic advisor to understand all program requirements.
The courses listed here and in the Course and Program Catalogue are not necessarily offered each year and do not represent the totality of your requirements.
AGRC 110.3 | Scientific Literacy and Communication for the Agricultural Sciences
AGRC 113.3 | Agri Food Issues and Institutions
AREC 220.3 | History of Indigenous Agriculture in Canada
BIOL 120.3 | The Nature of Life
CHEM 112.3 | General Chemistry I Structure Bonding and Properties of Materials
COMM 101.3 | Introduction to Business
ECON 111.3 | Introductory Microeconomics
FABS 110.3 | The Science of Food
You choose
- MATH 104.3 Elementary Calculus, OR MATH 110.3 Calculus I, OR MATH 125.3 Mathematics for the Life Sciences
- One course (3 c.u.) from the English Language Writing requirement
Academic tips
- Explore information about your program in the course and program catalogue
- Meet with an academic advisor for help choosing your courses and planning your degree prior to registration
- Visit AgBio Student Services to find out about unique supports for AgBio students
- Visit the student Learning Hub for help developing your academic skills
- Apply for scholarships and bursaries
What will I learn?
- Explain food safety, HACCP and quality control, food processing, analysis, and food chemistry
- Describe the role of food ingredients and their impact on product quality and functionality
- Apply the application of micro- and macro- economic theory to agri-food sector challenges
- Analyze food management practices associated with the sector, supply chains and trade
- Explain the role of policy in food industry development
Gain relevant experience
- Familiarize yourself with study abroad programs to make informed decisions in your later years of study
- Explore undergraduate research opportunities
- Consider enrolling in an experiential learning course
- Become a member of the AgBizz Club and the Food and Bioproduct Sciences Student (FABS) Club
- Become a member of the Canadian Agri-Marketing Association (CAMA)
Create local and global connections
- Visit the USask Community Centre to make connections and build community
- Get involved in your campus community through student groups, USask Rec and USask events
- Before you register in your first-year courses, sign up to be a part of a Learning Community
- Get to know your FABS faculty and their research interests; AREC faculty and their research interests
- Consider joining the an AgBio Student Club to connect with other students, build your governance skills, and inform your student experience
Get career ready
- Meet with a career educator at Career Services to explore your career possibilities
- Take a career assessment to learn more about your strengths, personality, interests, and values
- Create your résumé and cover letter to take advantage of part-time and summer job opportunities
- Develop your LinkedIn profile to begin building your professional brand
- Become a student affiliate of the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists, the professional body for those individuals practicing Agrology in Saskatchewan
Featured courses
- AREC 230.3 Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- AREC 348.3 Food Economics and Consumer Behaviour
- AREC 495.3 Agribusiness Venture Management
- FABS 211.3 Introductory Bioproduct Science
- FABS 452.3 Quality Assurance and HACCP
Explore your major
Learn more about some of the required major-specific courses for this degree. View the course and program catalogue and meet with an academic advisor to understand all program requirements.
The courses listed here and in the Course and Program Catalogue are not necessarily offered each year and do not represent the totality of your requirements.
AREC 230.3| Innovation and Entrepreneurship
AREC 272.3 | Introduction to Agricultural Economics
BMSC 200.3 | Biomolecules
COMM 201.3 | Introduction to Financial Accounting
COMM 203.3 | Introduction to Finance
COMM 204.3 | Introduction to Marketing
FABS 211.3 | Introductory Bioproduct Science
FABS 212.3 | Agrifood and Resources Microbiology
You choose
- AREC 261.3 Agricultural Data Analytics I OR PLSC 214.3 Statistical Methods
- One course (3 c.u.) from a variety of science courses to fulfill your degree requirements
Academic tips
- Check DegreeWorks and meet with an academic advisor to ensure your degree is on track
- Apply for scholarships and bursaries
Add to your major
Choose from a variety of certificates to complement your major.
- Precision Agriculture (certificate)
- Professional Communication (certificate)
- Sustainability (certificate)
- Technological Innovation (certificate)
Gain relevant experience
- Explore study abroad options or gain support as an international student through the International Student and Study Abroad Centre (ISSAC)
- Become a peer mentor through the University Library or Peer Health
- Sign up for a Student Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE)
- Get involved in research by applying for a research assistantship
- Consider enrolling in an experiential learning course
- Consider running for a leadership position with an AgBio Student Club or the USask Students’ Union (USSU)
- Become a member of the AgBizz Club and the Food and Bioproduct Sciences Student (FABS) Club
- Become a member of the Canadian Agri-Marketing Association (CAMA)
Create local and global connections
- Engage with your community through volunteering and Co-Curricular Record activities
- Meet with new people and grow your cultural understanding through Building Bridges and Global Connections
- Get to know your FABS faculty and their research interests; AREC faculty and their research interests
- Consider joining the an AgBio Student Club to connect with other students, build your governance skills, and inform your student experience
Get career ready
- Discover job opportunities, explore career options, and meet professionals at Career Services events and career fairs
- Explore experiential learning opportunities to gain relevant experience and skills
- Expand your professional network on LinkedIn
- Get a better understanding of your career possibilities through career informational interviews
- Conduct occupational research through Job Bank and LinkedIn
- Become a student affiliate of the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists, the professional body for those individuals practicing Agrology in Saskatchewan
- Attend Careers Day in September to connect with Ag/Bio employers
- Attend RBC Learn to Work, Work to Learn events
USask Student Competencies
USask Student Competencies are the knowledge, skills, and attributes developed and leveraged to achieve success in your learning and work:
- Engaging in our intercultural society
- Nurturing successful relationships
- Leveraging technology
- Adaptive design and problem solving
- Communicating meaningfully
- Cultivating well-being
Explore your major
Learn more about some of the required major-specific courses for this degree. View the course and program catalogue and meet with an academic advisor to understand all program requirements.
The courses listed here and in the Course and Program Catalogue are not necessarily offered each year and do not represent the totality of your requirements.
AREC 322.3 | Agricultural Finance
AREC 346.3 | Principles of Selling
AREC 347.3 | Agribusiness Marketing Management
AREC 348.3 | Food Economics and Consumer Behaviour
AREC 354.3 | Economic Decision Analysis in Agribusiness
FABS 315.3 | Food Chemistry
FABS 317.3 | Food and Bioproducts Analysis
FABS 325.3 | Food Microbiology and Safety
FABS 345.3 | Unit Operations in Food Processing
FABS 452.3 | Quality Assurance and HACCP
You choose
- AREC 428.3 Case Studies in Agribusiness Management, OR AREC 495.3 Agribusiness Venture Management, OR FABS 492.3 Literature Thesis
- One course (3 c.u.) from a variety of courses in social sciences, humanities and fine arts to fulfill your degree requirements
- Five courses (15 c.u.) from a variety of restricted elective courses to fulfill your degree requirements
- Three courses (9 c.u.) from open elective courses to fulfill your degree requirements
Academic tips
- Check DegreeWorks and meet with an academic faculty advisor to ensure your degree is on track
- Apply for scholarships and bursaries
- Consider applying to a graduate program in Food Science, Applied Microbiology, or Agricultural Economics
Consider applying to a graduate program
- Agricultural Economics (M.Sc., Ph.D.)
- Applied Microbiology (M.Sc., Ph.D.)
- Food Science (M.Sc., Ph.D.)
Gain relevant experience
- Consider running for a leadership position with the Agricultural Student's Association (ASA) or the USask Students’ Union (USSU)
- Consider enrolling in an experiential learning course
- Become a member of the Canadian Agri-Marketing Association (CAMA)
- Become a member of the AgBizz Club and the Food and Bioproduct Sciences Student (FABS) Club
- Consider enrolling in AGRC 445.3 Experiential Learning in the Workplace
Create local and global connections
- Join the USask Alumni and Friends community
- Get to know your FABS faculty and their research interests; AREC faculty and their research interests
Get career ready
- Update your résumé, cover letter or CV to apply for jobs
- Meet with Career Services to prepare for your interview
- Explore experiential learning opportunities to gain relevant experience and skills
- If you are new to Canada, take time to learn about how to search for a job in Canada
- Discover employment opportunities through Ag Careers
- Graduates from the B.Sc. Food Industry Management degree are eligible for Professional Agrologist (PAg) membership in the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists, allowing them to engage in the practice of Agrology
- Attend Careers Day in September to connect with Ag/Bio employers
- Attend RBC Learn to Work, Work to Learn events
USask Student Competencies
USask Student Competencies are the knowledge, skills, and attributes developed and leveraged to achieve success in your learning and work:
- Engaging in our intercultural society
- Nurturing successful relationships
- Leveraging technology
- Adaptive design and problem solving
- Communicating meaningfully
- Cultivating well-being
Possible destinations
People with a food industry management degree take their knowledge and skills into many different industries and occupations. Some of the career paths listed here require further education and training.
Career paths
- Business Development Officer
- Food Industry Entrepreneurs
- Food Marketing Manager
- Food Operations Manager
- Food Policy and Regulatory Analyst
- Food Processor
- Food Safety Manager
- Food Technologist
- HACCP Coordinator
- Lab Technician
- Management Consultant
- Market Research Analyst
- Product Developer
- Product Development Consultant
- Quality Assurance
- Research Scientist
The Food Industry Management program has been transformative for me, providing invaluable experiences.The competencies and interdisciplinary knowledge I’ve gained have not only fueled my personal growth but also equipped me with the tools needed for professional success. One of the best parts of my experience is the support from my professors, who are always kind, helpful, and eager to connect us with employers and real-life opportunities like internships and summer jobs. Their guidance has opened many pathways, whether it’s working in a lab, managing a farm, ensuring quality in food production, or even shaping policies. Overall, choosing this major has been one of the best decisions of my life, as it has given me a strong foundation and real-world experience that I can use to build a successful career in the food agribusiness sector.
—Joyeta, third-year food industry management student
Where do USask alumni work?
- AGT Food and Ingredients
- Ag-West Bio
- Avena Foods Limited
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency
- Federated Co-operatives Limited
- Freshstone Brands Inc.
- Give and Go Prepared Foods
- Government of Saskatchewan
- Loblaw Companies Limited
- Maple Leaf Foods Inc.
- Saputo
- Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre
- University of Saskatchewan
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"Throughout the Food Industry Management program I have valued the variety in the courses ranging from food science to accounting, business, and economics. I have also enjoyed my experience in the food and bioproduct sciences club and being able to network with the faculty in the food science department. Throughout my first 2 years, I have gained knowledge and skills in food science, food safety and microbiology, business, accounting, and economics. I hope to use the well-rounded nature of the program to begin a career in food policy."
—Cameron, second-year food industry management student