Institute for Food Laws and Regulations

Online Education for Food Industry Professionals

The Institute for Food Laws and Regulations (IFLR) at Michigan State University offers graduate degree and continuing education programs designed specifically for food industry professionals. All courses are delivered 100% online and asynchronously, allowing students to manage their studies alongside work and personal responsibilities. Students have the option to pursue a certificate in U.S. or International Food Law, or work toward a Master of Science in Food Regulatory Affairs. Many begin by enrolling in a single course to address a specific challenge in their workplace and choose to continue their studies from there.

News

Martin Holle joins the IFLR team to teach "Food Laws & Regulations in the European Union"

Published on August 19, 2020
Martin Holle brings both a deep understanding of current issues in European food laws, and pedagogical best practices, to IFLR's course on Food Laws & Regs in the E.U.
FDA Reopens Comment Period on General Principles for Food Standards Modernization

Published on February 22, 2020
The public may submit either electronic or written comments by April 21, 2020.
IFLR to host three panel discussions at IFT2020

Published on February 12, 2020
MSU's Institute for Food Laws and Regulations will host three panel discussions at IFT's Annual Event and Food Expo this July.
Neal Fortin appointed Chair of the Institute for Food Technologists' Food Laws & Regs Division

Published on January 27, 2020
MSU's Neal Fortin is the new Chair of the Institute for Food Technologists (IFT) Food Laws and Regulations Division
FDA Extends Compliance Deadline for New Nutritional Labeling Rules

Published on October 28, 2019
The FDA announced that it will effectively extend the compliance deadline again during the first six months following the January 1, 2020 compliance date.