Online Food Policy and Sustainability Leadership Graduate Certificate

This graduate certificate explores the social, political, economic and environmental factors that impact food systems. Courses will focus on the policies governing food systems and how these policies shape the way our food is grown and distributed. You’ll also learn about sustainable agriculture practices and natural resource management. In other courses, you’ll apply this knowledge as you learn strategies to shape food policy.

Gain the skills needed to lead a sustainable food system transformation

The food policy and sustainability leadership graduate certificate will empower you to become a leader in the next generation of food policymakers. You’ll learn the skills you need to craft innovative policy solutions that can improve the health of people and the planet.

This certificate includes two one-week-long, in-person immersion experiences. One immersion experience will be in Arizona and another in Washington, D.C. During the Arizona immersion experience, you’ll explore the farms, ranches and supply chain businesses affected by changes in food policy. The second immersion experience in Washington, D.C. builds leadership skills and includes sessions with food policy leaders from a variety of sectors.

What can I do with a certificate in food policy and sustainability leadership?

As a food policy expert, you’ll have the opportunity to work at some of the most important organizations shaping the nation’s food systems. You could find food and sustainability-related jobs in government, businesses and nonprofits. In many of these positions, you’ll be crafting and advocating for food policy solutions that improve public health and environmental conservation. This certificate would also prepare you for environmental science jobs managing natural resources for food production. The leadership and communication skills learned in the program could also lead to jobs in food marketing.