Institute for Food Laws and Regulations

Online Education in Food Laws and Regulations

The Institute for Food Laws and Regulations (IFLR) at Michigan State University offers food law courses taught online by an international network of food science, academic, and legal professionals, who understand the complex nature of food laws and how they impact the flow of food and agricultural products across national boundaries.

Our graduate-level courses are fully accredited and are designed for food industry professionals and regulators. Students may take as few or as many courses as they desire. Students may earn a "Certificate in International Food Law" or "Certificate in United States Food Law" after completing twelve qualifying credits (usually four courses).

Enrollment is fast and easy through MSU Lifelong Education. MSU’s Lifelong Education Program requires no application fee, no college transcripts, and no entrance exam.

A typical course will detail the food regulation practices of a specific subject area such as Codex Alimentarius, or provide a detailed examination of the food laws and regulatory practices of a specific country or region such as the United States, European Union, Latin America, Canada, or Asia.

Students may also work toward an online Master of Laws (LL.M.) or a Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) degree in Global Food Law, or an online master's degree in food safety.

News

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.
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 adds new topics and guest lectures to the course "Food Laws and Regs in the European Union"

Published on July 12, 2019
Enroll now for the latest on EU food regulation, including special topics like health claims, importing to the EU, and food fraud. Classes begin August 28.