What is the scope for B.Tech in food technology? Can you suggest some colleges for this course to students who have done 10th & 12th (PCB)?

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Nishant kumar Ray · Answer

Hello, Food Technology has a wide career scope in government and private sectors with the fast growing industry in India and abroad. One can get job in food processing industries, research laboratories, hotels, soft drink factories, rice mills, hospitality industry, packaging industries, manufacturing industries and distilleries. Candidates who have completed their Masters and Ph.D. degree can work as lecturers in colleges/universities. Food processing companies need persons in the departments like Production, Quality Assurance, R&D (Research and Development) etc. In the public sector, a candidate can get employed in the companies like The Food Corporation of India, Modern Food Corporation, North-Eastern Agricultural Marketing Corporation, etc. In the private sector, a candidate can get employed in the companies like Amul, Cadbury, Britannia, Metro Diary, Hindustan Lever, Kellogg's, Nestle, etc. There are several attractive positions which are open to food technologists like quality assurance manager, laboratory supervisor, production manager and food packaging manager. Find below are some of the popular sectors for employment for the food technologist. There are few institutes where food technology can be done through distance learning. They are as follows: Neptune Institute of Management and Technology Chhattisgarh University Karnataka State Open University of Kerala Acharya Nagarjuna University Center for Distance Education

Rishi Broto Chakraborty · Answer

Hello Deepali, Scope for Higher Studies after B.Tech in Food Technology: There are numerous options of higher studies for Food Technology graduates. For this, they need to score at least 50% marks in graduation. Listed below are a few higher studies options: Master of Business Administration Master of Technology in Food and Nutrition Master of Technology in Food Technology Master of Technology in Food Biotechnology Master of Technology in Processing and Food Engineering Master of Technology in Food safety and Standards Master of Engineering in Food Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Science and Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Engineering and Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Biotechnology Doctor of Philosophy in Food and Dairy Technology Other Certification Courses after B.Tech in Food Technology: Some of the certification courses for those who have completed B.Tech in Food Technology are mentioned below: Certificate Course in Food and Nutrition Certificate Course in Food Production and Patisserie Diploma Course in Food Science and Quality Control Certificate Course in Food Technology Diploma in Food and Nutrition Career Opportunities after B.Tech in Food Technology The candidates who have completed B.Tech in Food Technology have a huge demand in the food sector of India. Given below is the list of government companies in the food sector of India. Public distribution shops in different parts of India Department of Food and public distribution of Government of India Central Warehousing Corporation Food Corporation of India A few career profiles for these graduates are: Manager Marketing Executive Assistant General Manager Food Technologist Food & Beverage Associate Sourcing & Procurement Contractor Food Research Analyst Food Inspector Home Economists Analytical Chemists Toxicologists Research Scientists Food Processing Operator For good colleges to pursue b.Tech in Food Technology, kindly refer to the link below for more information: https://www.shiksha.com/search/?q=Food+Technology&sp[]=202&sa=1^0^0^0^202^0^0^0^0^0^0^0^0^0^sp:202&ts=1258297&rf=searchwidget&ct[]=1&pn=1&sscs=1&s[]=2&tscs=1 I hope this answers your question. If you have any further questions, kindly revert.

Lakshit Bawa · Answer

There are numerous options of higher studies for Food Technology graduates. For this, they need to score at least 50% marks in graduation. Listed below are a few higher studies options: Master of Business Administration Master of Technology in Food and Nutrition Master of Technology in Food Technology Master of Technology in Food Biotechnology Master of Technology in Processing and Food Engineering Master of Technology in Food safety and Standards Master of Engineering in Food Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Science and Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Engineering and Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Biotechnology Doctor of Philosophy in Food and Dairy Technology Other Certification Courses after B.Tech in Food Technology: Some of the certification courses for those who have completed B.Tech in Food Technology are mentioned below: Certificate Course in Food and Nutrition Certificate Course in Food Production and Patisserie Diploma Course in Food Science and Quality Control Certificate Course in Food Technology Diploma in Food and Nutrition Career Opportunities after B.Tech in Food Technology The candidates who have completed B.Tech in Food Technology have a huge demand in the food sector of India. Given below is the list of government companies in the food sector of India. Public distribution shops in different parts of India Department of Food and public distribution of Government of India Central Warehousing Corporation Food Corporation of India A few career profiles for these graduates are: Manager Marketing Executive Assistant General Manager Food Technologist Food & Beverage Associate Sourcing & Procurement Contractor Food Research Analyst Food Inspector Home Economists Analytical Chemists Toxicologists Research Scientists Food Processing Operator.

Vinay kr Pandey · Answer

Jobs after B.Tech Food Technology are immense, with graduates getting opportunities to work as food safety officers, technical brewers, quality control managers, food production managers in food industries, bakeries, distilleries, restaurants, etc.

Hrishabh Sahu · Answer

Graduates of this course can take up work as technical brewers, food safety officers, quality control managers, food production managers in food industries, distilleries, bakeries, restaurants, and so on. There is a good demand for graduates from this field.

Ahana Sharma · Answer

Food Technology is a Science branch that deals with the techniques involved in production, processing, preservation, packaging, labeling, quality management, and distribution of food products. The field also involves techniques and processes that are used to transform raw materials into food. Extensive research goes behind making food items edible as well as nutritious. Being a alumni of LPU, I would say, B.Tech Food Technology at LPU is an Engineering programme which seamlessly articulates the concepts from basic Science to technology with relevant practice through lab and projects for building the problem solving skills, keeping industry requirements in place. Students will develop competence in areas like Food Process Engineering, Crop Processing Technology, Food Analysis and regulations, Plant and Animal biotechnology. Few of the major learning outcomes of this course at LPU are : After completing this course, you can apply for various private and government sectors. You can also go for post-graduation courses after completing this course for more information and a better future ahead. Provides both theoretical and Practical Knowledge. The food supply chain consists of 4 players: Farmers, food processing industries, transportation & storage, and consumers. Among these food technology graduates are required in the food processing industries and transportation & storage. In the food industry, food technology graduates can work in areas like quality control, food production, product or process development, packaging, storage, sanitation, etc. The demand for food technology graduates is quite high as a specialised professional is required in almost every stage in the food processing industry. They are also required to maintain the proper standards in the food industry and to work according to the law because a single mistake in the food industry can be a threat to mankind. India is a growing country in order to the food industries. There are around 500 million high and medium class consumers and any industry that is involved in the food sector, do not want to spoil the opportunity to grab the consumers. That's why the demand of food technologist is increasing day by day in India. A professional in the field of food technology can find the employment in the field of food manufacturing plant, research and development labs, catering companies, food whole sellers, restaurant and the hospital.

Raj shakya · Answer

Hi, Scope of B.Tech in food technology : There are numerous options of higher studies for Food Technology graduates. For this, they need to score at least 50% marks in graduation. Listed below are a few higher studies options: Master of Business Administration Master of Technology in Food and Nutrition Master of Technology in Food Technology Master of Technology in Food Biotechnology Master of Technology in Processing and Food Engineering Master of Technology in Food safety and Standards Master of Engineering in Food Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Science and Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Engineering and Technology Doctor of Philosophy in Food Biotechnology Doctor of Philosophy in Food and Dairy Technology Other Certification Courses after B.Tech in Food Technology: Some of the certification courses for those who have completed B.Tech in Food Technology are mentioned below: Certificate Course in Food and Nutrition Certificate Course in Food Production and Patisserie Diploma Course in Food Science and Quality Control Certificate Course in Food Technology Diploma in Food and Nutrition Career Opportunities after B.Tech in Food Technology The candidates who have completed B.Tech in Food Technology have a huge demand in the food sector of India. Given below is the list of government companies in the food sector of India. Public distribution shops in different parts of India Department of Food and public distribution of Government of India Central Warehousing Corporation Food Corporation of India A few career profiles for these graduates are: Manager Marketing Executive Assistant General Manager Food Technologist Food & Beverage Associate Sourcing & Procurement Contractor Food Research Analyst Food Inspector Home Economists Analytical Chemists Toxicologists Research Scientists Food Processing Operator.

Ashish Shirsat · Answer

Looking at future for food technology, it is obviously very promising. Universities and colleges around the globe are adopting this branch of food Science into their curriculum. Degrading soil, polluted environment and water shortages will rise as major problems to the humankind. These outcomes of rapid growth will bring with them the need to produce high quality food with efficiency. We need people who can use technology to produce optimum quantity of food that meets the daily nutrition needs of human beings. This is where food technology specialists come in. Job Prospects in Food Technology: Several profiles and industries where food technology professionals make a successful career are: Lab Technician, Food labs Food Processing Operator, Machinery inspection Food Handler Research Scientists Organic Chemists Food Inspector Managers and Accountants Hospitals Restaurants Food Processing Companies Catering Establishments and services Food Research Laboratories Retailers Food Wholesalers Packaging Industries Consultant Entrepreneur Scope of B.Tech in Food Technology: B.Tech in Food Technology is a 4-year course. It is an Engineering programme, which trains students in the technical concepts of Food Process Engineering, Food Analysis and regulations, Crop Processing Technology, Plant and Animal biotechnology. It is an industry-oriented course that trains students for handling roles in food manufacturing, food processing, research laboratories and similar industries. Scope of B.Sc. In Food Technology B.Sc in Food Technology is a 3-year course. It teaches students about biochemistry, biotechnology and, basic sciences involved in food processing/ packing/ manufacturing. Some colleges offer to choose a pathway elective that allows them to design their course as per their career objective. For example, students studying B.Sc. Food Technology can opt for a pathway elective as per corporate jobs or as per pursuing higher studies. Colleges for Food Tech NIFTEM, Haryana MIT, PUNE FOOD TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE, PARBHANI (Marathwada University) Anand Agriculture University.

iam ssuhana · Answer

One of the largest economic activities in the world is the production and distribution of food. It is also expected that the Indian food industry will grow by $320 billion by the financial year 2020. With increased convenience, taste, nutrition, and variety, the concept of processed food is seeing a lot of innovation and change. Food technology is a Science which combines nutrition, chemistry, engineering, and microbiology to manufacture foods that last longer. Food technology deals with the processing and preserving of foods. The study of food technology involves developing new methods and systems for prolonging the freshness of food products, protecting them from bacteria and other micro-organisms. You can start your career as: Product developer Production supervisor Production executive Quality controller Production manager Research director I am enlisting a few good Colleges that offer courses in food technology or food & nutrition: Mumbai College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology Indian Institute of Business Management & Studies - Bangalore Lovely Professional University - Punjab Premlila Vithaldas Polytechnic (S. N. D. T Women's University) John Bauer College of Hotel Management & Catering Technology Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition - Kolkata.

Ankit Kumar · Answer

There are numerous options of higher studies for food technology graduates. For this, they need to score at least 50% marks in graduation. Listed below are a few higher studies options: - Master of Business Administration - Master of Technology in Food and Nutrition - Master of Technology in Food Technology - Master of Technology in Food Biotechnology - Master of Technology in Processing and Food Engineering - Master of Technology in Food safety and Standards - Master of Engineering in Food Technology - Doctor of Philosophy in Food Science and Technology.

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