P.G. Diploma in Food Analysis & Quality Control

P.G. Diploma in Food Analysis & Quality Control is a Diploma level Food Processing course. Food Science is a systematic study of the nature of food materials and the scientific principles underlying their modification, preservation and spoilage. The Food Safety and Quality has become an area of priority and necessity for consumers, retailers, manufacturers and regulators. Changing global patterns of food production, international trade, technology, public expectations for health protection and many other factors have created a huge demand for food safety and quality auditing professionals. This programme is expected to meet the increasing human resource requirements for food safety and quality management professionals in the agriculture and food sectors.

P.G. Diploma in Food Analysis & Quality Control Eligibility

• Aspiring candidates should have passed graduation with 50% marks with Chemistry/Biochemistry/Botany/Zoology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Home Science/Agriculture/Food Science and Nutrition/Food Science and Quality Control or equivalent CGPA.
• Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct an entrance examination for admission.

P.G. Diploma in Food Analysis & Quality Control Syllabus

Syllabus of Food Science & Quality Control as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

P.G. Diploma in Food Analysis & Quality Control College

• Indira Gandhi National Open University - IGNOU, Delhi

P.G. Diploma in Food Analysis & Quality Control Course Suitability

• Applicants should have good communication skills and team working skills, attention to detail and ability to accurately record results.
• Candidates who want to understand the definition, concepts and functions of food and nutrition, learn structure, composition and nutritional contribution of various food products and understand the effect of processing on food products are a good suit for it. 
• They should have a good mix of subject-specific and technical skills; analytical and problem-solving skills. 

How is P.G. Diploma in Food Analysis & Quality Control Course Beneficial?

• Candidates willing to have become food scientists can also find job opportunities in the health sector, especially if you want to work as a dietician.
• It is beneficial to develop professionals for development, implementation and auditing of Food Safety and Quality Management in the country.
• The course seeks to develop India’s capability to meet the global food safety and quality requirements and enhance the competitiveness of food products. In a long term perspective, it would contribute to ensuring consumer safety within and outside the country. 
• They can also have jobs in food and beverage manufacturing industry, which includes bakery, meat and poultry, offers a range of work, including biotechnological research. 

P.G. Diploma in Food Analysis & Quality Control Employment Areas

• Academic Institutes
• Agricultural Sector
• Food and Beverage Industry
• Food Research Laboratories
• Hospitals and Clinics
• Packaging Industry
• Pharmaceutical Companies

P.G. Diploma in Food Analysis & Quality Control Job Types

• Animal Nutritionist
• Dietician
• Food Technologist
• Product/Process Development Scientist
• Production Manager
• Purchasing Manager
• Quality Manager
• Retail Buyer
• Technical Brewer