Food Marketing Minor for Non-Business Majors

Saint Joseph’s University’s 18-credit Food Marketing Minor for Non-Business Majors is designed for students not in the Haub School of business to expand their business knowledge and grow as strategic leaders in the food marketing industry. 

Saint Joseph’s students enrolled in the program will gain valuable skills needed to work in food marketing, including: 

  • Critical thinking 
  • Industry knowledge
  • Analytical skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Strong communication
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What is the Food Marketing Minor for Non-Business Majors?

Saint Joseph’s University’s unique food marketing program is one of the first of its kind and among the top food marketing programs in the world. Students enrolled in a non-business major who are interested in gaining industry experience in the food marketing field can benefit from this program. Many students often decide to double major or add minors to their studies. Some common additional areas of study that the food marketing minor complements include art, communication studies, English, and health sciences. These majors can provide a pathway into the food marketing industry by way of nutrition, graphic design, journalism and communications (public relations, advertising, marketing, etc.)

How will Saint Joseph's University Prepare Me for My Future Career?

Saint Joseph’s University provides students with a wide range of opportunities to develop their skills, understanding and hands-on experience throughout the program. 

As a student pursuing a food marketing minor, you can expect to gain: 

  • Access to scholarships, co-ops and internships through the Academy of Food Marketing.
  • Attend trade shows and international food tours
  • Access to one of the largest repositories of food industry information in the world
  • Gain first-hand experience from faculty experts
  • Network with industry-professionals at the annual Food Industry Summit

Food marketing graduates go on to pursue careers from agriculture and manufacturing to retailing and consulting with major companies including WaWa, Kellog’s, The Hershey Company, Target, Whole Foods Market and many more.

Why Study Food Marketing in Philadelphia?

Saint Joseph’s University offers Philadelphia’s only food marketing program. The Philadelphia area is home to many leading food industry corporations and organizations, offering Saint Joseph’s graduates an opportunity to create connections and find new job opportunities in the food industry.

Curriculum & Coursework

View the required courses for this program in the academic catalog. 

Admission Information

To apply to Saint Joseph’s University, complete an application online. SAT and/or ACT scores are optional but you can submit them if you think they’ll strengthen your application.

Learn more about admission requirements and how to apply as a first-year student, transfer student or international student.

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