Online Education for Food Industry Professionals
The Institute for Food Laws and Regulations (IFLR) at Michigan State University offers graduate degree and continuing education programs designed specifically for food industry professionals. All courses are delivered 100% online and asynchronously, allowing students to manage their studies alongside work and personal responsibilities. Students have the option to pursue a certificate in U.S. or International Food Law, or work toward a Master of Science in Food Regulatory Affairs. Many begin by enrolling in a single course to address a specific challenge in their workplace and choose to continue their studies from there.
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Course on “Global Animal Health, Food Safety, and International Trade” begins August 31
Published on July 8, 2026
Timely discussion topics are lined up for IFLR's fall course on Global Animal Health, Food Safety, and International Trade. Explore topics like evolving consumer preferences, food safety, and nothing less than the FUTURE OF FOOD! -
Apply now for the online Master of Science in Food Regulatory Affairs
Published on July 8, 2026
MSU’s Institute for Food Laws and Regulations builds on decades of online education for food industry professionals. Apply ASAP for a chance to start fall semester 2026. -
Enroll for fall: "Food Laws and Regs in the European Union"
Published on July 8, 2026
Learn the latest on EU food regulation with Prof. Martin Holle of Hamburg University of Applied Sciences. Topics include health claims, importing to the EU, and food fraud. Class begins August 31. -
Visit MSU at the Institute for Food Technologists' Food Expo in Chicago
Published on June 23, 2026
Visit us, we'll be hard to miss! Look for the giant mobile food processing lab parked on the showroom floor. -
Now enrolling for fall semester
Published on June 23, 2026
Enroll now for fall semester. Begin an MS in Food Regulatory Affairs or enroll in other courses for industry professionals.