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

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.
FDA to Hold a Public Meeting on Standards of Identity

Published on September 4, 2019
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a public meeting to discuss the agency’s “effort to modernize food standards of identity."
Food safety course draws international participants

Published on August 12, 2019
MSU, Neogen partner to host food safety professionals from around the world
IFLR reboots its Food Laws and Regulations in China course for summer 2019

Published on March 29, 2019
A new team of instructors has updated IFLR's online graduate course, "Food Laws & Regulations in China." Offered online this summer.
P. Vincent Hegarty discusses regulation of food contact substances

Published on February 21, 2019
Dr. P. Vincent Hegarty says MSU is uniquely positioned to offer multi-disciplinary solutions to problems in regulating food contact substances. Prof. Hegarty spoke at MSU's School of Packaging on February 5, 2019.