The Global Food Law Program at Michigan State University offers food industry professionals, regulators, and lawyers the opportunity to advance their careers through a flexible, advanced degree program that is offered completely online. Designed for working professionals, the program allows you to gain up-to-the-minute expertise without relocating or putting your career on hold.

In this program, you can connect with professionals from across the food and agriculture sectors while learning from classmates who bring valuable real-world experience to the virtual classroom. Our students include quality assurance professionals, regulators, in-house counsel, vice presidents, directors, and analysts specializing in areas such as risk assessment and food safety. Their diverse perspectives enrich classroom discussions and provide opportunities to build a professional network with others working at the forefront of food law and safety.

The program is designed to fit your schedule and professional commitments. Most students complete their degree in approximately three years by taking one course per semester and studying year-round, although students have up to five years to complete the program. Whether you are looking to deepen your expertise, expand your professional network, or prepare for new career opportunities, the Global Food Law Program provides the flexibility and knowledge to help you move forward.