The Food, Nutrition & Dietetics - Food and Beverage Management (B.A.) at Illinois State University is designed for students passionate about the intersection of food, business, and management within the dynamic food and beverage industry. This undergraduate program equips you with essential business acumen and practical hospitality skills, moving beyond a purely scientific approach to nutrition. You will explore key areas such as food service operations, management principles, and consumer behaviour, preparing you for impactful roles in a sector that constantly innovates and responds to market demands.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelor of Arts degree is structured over four years, requiring a minimum of 120 credit hours, including 40 senior-level hours. Your learning experience will involve a blend of foundational courses in nutrition and food science, alongside core business subjects like accounting and management. A significant component of your studies includes an undergraduate professional practice experience, providing invaluable hands-on industry exposure. You will graduate prepared for diverse career paths in food service management, hospitality leadership, and event planning.