Master of Public Policy and Administration - Food Science Policy in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Amherst

The food science policy specialization prepares highly skilled scientists for careers in food policy by equipping them with comprehensive knowledge of public policy and administration.

This program cultivates scientists who can also excel in policymaking environments. It emphasizes food science regulations and policies at both national and global levels.

SPP accepts two students annually into this specialized track. These candidates enroll in the MPPA program while receiving financial support from the Food Science Department.
The MPPA curriculum builds robust analytical skills applicable to diverse policy challenges. Core coursework covers public administration, policy economics, analytical techniques, and statistical methods. Electives let students tailor their studies to individual interests and career aspirations, with options including negotiation strategies, makerspace management, social enterprises, policy analysis, and studies on systemic inequalities. Practical experience comes through mandatory internships, a culminating capstone project, and professional development workshops. The food science policy specialization prepares highly skilled scientists for careers in food policy by equipping them with comprehensive knowledge of public policy and administration. This program cultivates scientists who can also excel in policymaking environments. It emphasizes food science regulations and policies at both national and global levels. SPP accepts two students annually into this specialized track. These candidates enroll in the MPPA program while receiving financial support from the Food Science Department. Instead of standard electives, participants complete a 12-credit thesis and two specialized food policy courses designed by food science faculty.