I am a graduate in B.Sc (H)-Zoology. I want to pursue PGD in Food Science & Technology from IGNOU. What are the prospects of this course
I completed my graduation in 2004 and started working in PR industry. I want to change my career path and hence exploring other options in science & tech, as I have strong inclination towards it. Would this gap of 8 yrs affect my prospects? what can i expect in terms of remuneration after this cours
Hi Anchal, *** Food Technology has a wide scope in different government and private sectors dealing with food products. 1) You can get jobs in : -food processing industries -research laboratories -hotels -soft drink factories -rice mills -hospitality industry -packaging industries -manufacturing industries and distilleries. 2) With masters and Ph.D degree you can work as lecturers in colleges/universities. 3) You can work as a Product Development Manager to devise food products according to the needs of the consumers and effectively put the products in service in an innovative way. 4) You can work as a Sensory scientist or Quality controller
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Hi Anchal, *** Food Technology has a wide scope in different government and private sectors dealing with food products. 1) You can get jobs in : -food processing industries -research laboratories -hotels -soft drink factories -rice mills -hospitality industry -packaging industries -manufacturing industries and distilleries. 2) With masters and Ph.D degree you can work as lecturers in colleges/universities. 3) You can work as a Product Development Manager to devise food products according to the needs of the consumers and effectively put the products in service in an innovative way. 4) You can work as a Sensory scientist or Quality controller to monitor organic properties. 5) You can work as Quality Assurance Manager, Laboratory Supervisor, Production Manager and food packaging manager. 6) You can work in research laboratories or R&D sectors to develop new products, test current ones, and control the overall food quality. *** As far as salary is concerned, it depends on various parameters such as size of the organization, profile, qualification, experience, etc so it would be tough to quote a specific figure. *** Always remember, you must choose a course/stream which matches your interest and attributes as it will help you to grow professionally and personally. So, decide wisely. Please feel free to discuss more. Click on the thumbs up or mark it as the best, if you found this useful. Wish You Luck!
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Hi Anchal,
*** Food Technology has a wide scope in different government and private sectors dealing with food products.
1) You can get jobs in :
-food processing industries
-research laboratories
-hotels
-soft drink factories
-rice mills
-hospitality industry
-packaging industries
-manufacturing industries and distilleries.
2) With masters and Ph.D degree you can work as lecturers in colleges/universities.
3) You can work as a Product Development Manager to devise food products according to the needs of the consumers and effectively put the products in service in an innovative way.
4) You can work as a Sensory scientist or Quality controller to monitor organic properties.
5) You can work as Quality Assurance Manager, Laboratory Supervisor, Production Manager and food packaging manager.
6) You can work in research laboratories or R&D sectors to develop new products, test current ones, and control the overall food quality.
*** As far as salary is concerned, it depends on various parameters such as size of the organization, profile, qualification, experience, etc so it would be tough to quote a specific figure.
*** Always remember, you must choose a course/stream which matches your interest and attributes as it will help you to grow professionally and personally. So, decide wisely.
Please feel free to discuss more. Click on the thumbs up or mark it as the best, if you found this useful.
Wish You Luck!
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Hi Anchal,