Online Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition Entrepreneurship

Are you passionate about innovating at the intersection of food and nutrition? Arizona State University’s Bachelor of Science in food and nutrition entrepreneurship prepares you for a wide variety of careers in the culinary sector, ranging from marketing and management to research and development. Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge, skills and experience needed to launch entrepreneurial food ventures, innovate the delivery of new products and contribute to sustainable food systems.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 05/16/2024


Total classes:

Total classes: 40

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5-15

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 120

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A food and nutrition degree for entrepreneurs

A food entrepreneur is someone who nurtures a passion for food and nutrition to design, launch and run a new business. An aspiring food entrepreneur may have an innovative idea about food creation or delivery. They pair their knowledge of food and nutrition with a robust business plan to execute their vision.

This food and nutrition degree prepares you to tackle ongoing challenges in the field as a food entrepreneur. These challenges include banning plastic, managing inventory, labeling food, preparing for eCommerce and more. This degree also teaches you how to find innovative solutions to these challenges, leaving you ready to revolutionize the food industry and contribute to a growing field.

Focus your studies to fit your career path with one of three tracks

 

In this food and nutrition degree, you’ll learn how to develop an online presence backed by evidence-based principles and explore routes for innovation in food and nutrition through research and development. You’ll also study a variety of topics, such as business and entrepreneurship, food manufacturing, sustainability and more. 

Additionally, you can customize this food and nutrition degree to hone your passions, interests and career goals with one of three specialized tracks. Each track includes 18 credits, or six classes, that emphasize each topic respectively. Available tracks include:

  • Community nutrition: Graduates gain valuable volunteer experience and actively contribute to improving the health of their community. Featured topics include epidemiology, health promotion, nutrition and the media, population health, program development and more.
  • Food service operations: Graduates develop the knowledge and skills needed to stay ahead of changing consumer demands, technological advancements and innovative dining concepts in the dynamic field of food service operations. 
  • Pre-dietetics: Graduates are equipped with the science-focused prerequisite courses needed to pursue a graduate program in dietetics and complete the necessary advanced coursework and internship hours required to become a registered dietitian.

Who’s a good candidate for a food and nutrition entrepreneurship program?

 

If you’re interested in pursuing an entrepreneurship career path in the food and nutrition industry, this degree may be a great fit for you. Throughout the curriculum, you’ll engage in experiential learning opportunities that allow you to work with specialists in the field. For instance, you can see the inner workings of restaurant ownership or work with a local farm. These practical experiences, arranged by the college, enable you to gain the expertise needed to launch food or nutrition-related startups, build professional relationships and establish a direction for your career.

After completing this food and nutrition degree, you can test to be ServeSafe® certified. It’s important to note that this program emphasizes entrepreneurship and business-related curriculum and doesn’t provide a pathway to become a registered dietitian (RD) or dietitian nutritionist (RDN). If you’re interested in a career in dietetics or becoming a registered dietitian, you should pursue our on-campus dietetics degree.

Professional licensure and certification

ASU academic programs are designed to prepare students to apply for applicable licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet education requirements for license or certification in another state. If you are planning to pursue professional licensure or certification in a state other than Arizona, it is strongly recommended that you visit our professional licensure page for contact information of the appropriate licensing entity to seek information and guidance regarding licensure or certification requirements.

Will my diploma say ‘online’?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Food and nutrition entrepreneurship courses

This food and nutrition degree’s curriculum covers a wide range of topics, such as agriculture, food, health, leadership, management, marketing, nutrition and more. Coursework provides you with the opportunity to develop transferable skills for careers in the food industry, some of which haven't been created yet.


CHM 101: Introductory Chemistry (SCIT OR SQ)


BIO 201: Human Anatomy and Physiology I (SCIT OR SG)


BIO 160: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology (SCIT OR SQ)


NTR 351: Nutrition Communication (L)


CHS 300: An Exploration of Well-Being (SOBE OR SB)


CHS 100: Optimizing Your Health and Performance (SOBE OR SB)


NTR 142: Applied Food Principles


NTR 344: Nutrition Management and Leadership (L)


The jobs you could get with a food and nutrition degree for entrepreneurs

Upon graduating from this food and nutrition degree, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to address significant challenges in the food industry. By understanding nutrition principles and gaining business acumen, you’ll be prepared for a variety of diverse roles in this expansive industry. Career examples include, but aren’t limited to:

Community Health Worker


Growth: 14.1 %
Salary: $46,190

Environmental Protection Specialist


Growth: 6.1 %
Salary: $76,480

Fitness and Wellness Coordinator


Growth: 4.3 %
Salary: $56,090

Food Service Manager


Growth: 4.9 %
Salary: $37,050

Market Research Analyst


Growth: 13.4 %
Salary: $68,230

Marketing Manager


Growth: 6.6 %
Salary: $140,040

Public Relations Specialist


Growth: 6.1 %
Salary: $67,440

Registered Dietitian (RD)


Growth: 6.6 %
Salary: $66,450

Restaurant Manager


Growth: 0.5 %
Salary: $61,310

A degree from changemakers in food and nutrition

Our faculty brings a high-level of expertise to every research project. In addition to cutting-edge approaches to research, we’re focused on creating a better future for people. We’re lifelong learners with a goal to improve health outcomes for the communities we serve. Some of our research focuses on:

  • Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
  • Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
  • Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.
  • Utilizing advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.

A degree from changemakers in food and nutrition

Our faculty brings a high-level of expertise to every research project. In addition to cutting-edge approaches to research, we’re focused on creating a better future for people. We’re lifelong learners with a goal to improve health outcomes for the communities we serve. Some of our research focuses on:

  • Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
  • Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
  • Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.
  • Utilizing advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.

How to apply

I am a future

You’re considered a first-year student for application purposes if you’ve never attended college or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours.

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Competency requirements

Additional admission requirements

High school equivalency

Homeschool

Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Join one of the best schools for nutrition

At the College of Health Solutions, students and faculty research solutions to pressing global health challenges while preparing the health workforce of the future. Ongoing partnerships with the medical community offer students access to professional resources and networking opportunities with Mayo Clinic, Banner Health, HonorHealth, Dignity Health and more.

6,500+


students.

250+


Barrett honors scholars.

160+


faculty members.

$14.5


million in research expenditures.

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Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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