MSc. Food Quality Management (IDL) in KNUST ; The programme is designed for candidates with requisite qualifications who are already working in the food sector. The goal is to enable candidates to understand the scope of total quality management and ISO-based quality systems (quality management, quality design, quality control, quality improvement, quality assurance, and quality policy and business strategy). It is expected that the training shall build the skills of candidates in understanding consumers’ behaviour, maintaining quality, and improving safety in food industries.
The programme shall also provide the technological, scientific and managerial skills needed for graduates wishing to follow career prospects in food quality management in businesses, research and public administration. Finally, students will develop the skills required to develop problem-based learning approaches together with critical thinking skills.
Mode of Course Delivery
The programme is offered through distance education, a learning oriented system allowing greater flexibility in learning while students continue with their regular professional work. The programme is offered in a mixed mode format. This approach uses print and electronic media in order to be responsive to the needs of the learner and also maximize the use of technology in course delivery.
At the heart of the programme is excellent online learning materials developed by capable and competent resource persons from KNUST and other recognized institutions.
Academic Support Systems
Limited face-to-face facilitated sessions are provided at all the Learning Centres. These sessions are supported by print and electronic materials, and local learning facilitators who also support and direct students as they work through the resources provided.
The Centres provide learning support to students living in different parts of the country, thus reducing travel expenses.
Why Choose Distance Learning @ KNUST-IDL
- Flexible enough to allow you fit your study around work, social or family commitments
- Excellent networking opportunities as limited face to face session allow you to meet professionals from all sectors of life.
- Sessions are facilitated by well-endowed, experienced and practicing professionals in industry and academia
- Excellent facilities to promote E-learning through the Virtual Classroom
- Online Library Support – accessible anywhere and provision of online videos and course materials
Learning Centres
- KUMASI- The Office of the Director, IDL, New Examination Block, KNUST Campus. Tel. 0247-274661, 0500-482885
- ACCRA, Catholic Institute of Business & Technology (CBIT), Adabraka, (formally, Social Advance Institute). Contact Mr Adu Brenya/Michael on 0500-482875 or KNUST Accra City Campus, Kwabenya, Contact Mathias on 0500-482876
Course requirements
Entry Requirements
Prospective candidates in the following disciplines are eligible to apply: BSc. Food Science and Technology, BSc. Food Science and Nutrition.
Assessment Requirements
Written examinations and projects will contribute towards the final assessment. Each individual course will be assessed through a continuous assessment and a written paper at the end of the course.
Requirements for Graduation
The minimum number of credits required for graduation is 43. A successful candidate should have passed all the core courses including seminars and thesis reports.
Application Procedures/How to Apply
Online application e-Vouchers can be obtained at the following places: All IDL Centres, Ecobank, GCB, hfc Bank, Unibank and Fidelity Bank. E-Vouchers may be purchased by Bankers draft payable to Institute of Distance Learning (IDL).
Applicants MUST follow carefully the instructions on the e-Voucher.
- All Applicants are to visit http://admissions.knust.edu.gh (admission portal) and complete an online application using the e-voucher provided. Two copies of the completed online application forms should be printed and posted in an enclosed self-addressed EMS envelope to: THE DIRECTOR, INSTITUTE OF DISTANCE LEARNING, KNUST, KUMASI, GHANA. This should be together with All Relevant Certificates and other required documents.
- Applicants must include in their Application Forms, Certified True Copies of their certificates and two (2) Referees Report
- Applicants Must Ensure That They Purchase Distance Learning Forms Not Regular School Forms To Avoid Complication.
- Only Results and/or documents provided by applicants at the time of submission shall be considered.
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