Online Master’s in Agriculture: Food Science and Management
This innovative master’s degree option combines WSU’s world-renowned food-science graduate program with business courses in executive management. The result is a hybrid master’s that lets you move freely between labs and boardrooms, between factory floors and corporate offices.
Program director Jeff Culbertson has worked for or consulted with dozens of corporations, including Kellogg, Dow and General Mills. Dr. Culbertson’s real-world expertise ensures you’ll be prepared for your next career move.
Grow your career.
The degree, offered in conjunction with the University of Idaho, equips graduates to meet the increasing demand for managers who understand both research and economics. Courses range from statistics to toxicology, from organizational management to molecular biology to leadership. It’s a formula designed to ensure you’ll get what you need to succeed.
Accreditation and reputation.
Washington State University’s accreditation is vital if you’re thinking about going on to earn a doctorate. Your education will be identical to that of on-campus students, and so will your diploma. You’ll be justifiably confident of your skills, and you’ll be part of a proud network of WSU alumni.
Tuition and financial aid.
For the latest tuition information, check this link. (Please note that starting this fall, out-of-state tuition will be lowered to match in-state tuition.) Loans, grants and scholarships are offered through our Financial Aid Office. Here’s a list of resources for graduate students.
Get started
To apply for the program, you’ll need a bachelor’s degree in a related area, such as biology, chemistry, or food science with a 3.0 or better GPA. No GRE is required. More information is on the WSU Graduate School website; the priority deadlines you’ll see there do not apply to you! To get started in Fall, 2013, your application is due by July 1.
MS in AG – Food Science and Management Option (Non-Thesis) Required Course Work
Related option: Noncredit certificate in food science.
Projected Course Coverage
(Click a semester to see details)
Course Abbreviation | Course Title | Hours | Instructor |
Fall Semester
| STAT 412 | Statistical Methods in Research I | 3.0 | L L Ding |
| AGRI 587 | Research in Agriculture | (2.0 – 3.0) | T. Koenig |
| AGRI 702 | Master’s Special Problems, Directed Study, and/or Examination | V 1-18 (minimum 4 cr required) | ARRGT |
| FS 564 | Food Toxicology | 3.0 | G. Moller |
| FS 509 | Principles of Environmental Toxicology | 3.0 | G. Moller |
| ECONS 505 | Economics for Agricultural Decision Making | 3.0 | J D Miller |
| EM 501 | Management of Organizations | 3.0 | H. Rumsey |
| ENTOM 555 | Agricultural Chemical Technology for Crop Protection & Production | 3.0 | A Felsot |
| MBIOS 503 (or) | Molecular Biology | 3.0 | R. Reeves |
| MBIOS 513 | General Biochemistry | 3 | D Mitchell |
Spring Semester
| AGRI 702 | Master’s Special Problems, Directed Study, and/or Examination | V 1-18 (minimum 4 cr required) | ARRGT |
| FS 531 | Advanced Food Safety and Quality | 3.0 | J. Culbertson |
| FS 536 | Principles of Sustainability | 3.0 | G. Moller |
| ENTOM 555 | Agricultural Chemical Technology for Crop Protection & Production | 3.0 | A Felsot |
| MBIOS 503 (or) | Molecular Biology | 3.0 | R. Reeves |
| MBIOS 513 | General Biochemistry | 3.0 | D Mitchell |
| EM 522 | Supervision and Leadership | 3.0 | G. Sudikatus |
| EM 564 | Project Management | 3.0 | H. Rumsey |
Summer Semester
| AGRI 702 | Master’s Special Problems, Directed Study, and/or Examination | V 1-18 (minimum 4 cr required) | ARRGT |
| MBIOS 503 (or) | Molecular Biology | 3.0 | R. Reeves |
| MBIOS 513 | General Biochemistry | 3.0 | D Mitchell |
| PHIL 530 | Bioethics | 3.0 | W P Kabasenche |