Academy of
Food Marketing
Specialty program that offers EXCLUSIVE Networking, Scholarships, Career Placement and Accelerated Graduate Opportunities
Nothing is more central to human existence than food,
and no endeavor involves more people than the food industry.
Set yourself up for success with a degree in Food Marketing! With a strong foundation in general business, food marketing students become experts in the food, beverage, health, wellness, beauty, and consumer packaged goods industries. They study marketing, sales, data analytics, social media management, business development, supply chain and more. Food marketing students then apply this knowledge to further analyze retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers, food service providers and vendors.
Saint Joseph's is one of the few universities worldwide to offer a food marketing degree- making our graduates highly sought after by employers. Along with a major and minor, Saint Joseph's also offers specialized M.S. and MBA programs in food marketing.
The food marketing faculty and students enjoy the added support of the Academy of Food Marketing. The Academy of Food Marketing works to ensure each student is career-ready upon graduation. This unique organization was specifically developed to:
- Promote and support food marketing education.
- Provide services to food marketing students, including scholarship aid, recruiting, internships and cooperative education, counseling and placement.
- Support the food marketing faculty.
- Support the development of talented graduates to serve all aspects of the food and allied industries.
Contact our staff to learn more about the many opportunities that exist in food marketing at Saint Joseph's University.
Get to Know the Academy
We invite you to explore our site and get a flavor for the many exciting academic and career opportunities we offer. Here are some key facts about how the Academy supports food marketing majors at Saint Joseph's University:
- Scholarships! All incoming freshmen and transfer students who declare food marketing as their major are eligible for additional scholarships.
- Co-Op Program! Earn while you learn, and graduate in 4 years! Build your resume and your network with the unique food marketing co-op experience.
- Exclusive Networking Events! Meet members of the Academy's board of governors and other senior executives, all holding executive leadership positions in the industry.
- Experiential Learning! Opportunities to travel, learn and explore the industry beyond the classroom at trade shows and conferences, headquarter tours, speaker series, site visits and more!
- Graduate Career Ready! Food Marketing graduates leave Hawk Hill with the skills to launch successful careers, in the food industry and beyond!
Connect & Network
Our Food Marketing Alumni LinkedIn group offers graduates an opportunity to connect and re-connect with classmates, as well as industry professionals who have a common thread in the food industry.