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    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Power Electronics Graduate Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Debugging, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Display Devices, Control Systems, Computer Displays, Image Analysis, Electronic Systems, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Systems Design, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, USB, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, Electrical Systems, Computer Programming Tools, Electrical Power, Technical Design

      Credit offered

      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Master of Science in Data Analytics Engineering

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Industrial Internet of Things Graduate Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Real-Time Operating Systems, Big Data, User Research, User Experience Design, Product Development, User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Power Electronics, Verification And Validation, Embedded Software, UI/UX Research, Analytics, Human Computer Interaction, Control Systems, Internet Of Things, User Interface (UI), Embedded Systems, Machine Controls

      Credit offered

      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      MBA Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Data Storytelling, Operations Management, Active Listening, Data Visualization, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Working Capital, Financial Statement Analysis, Database Management, Sampling (Statistics), Project Estimation, Business Analytics, Global Marketing, Predictive Analytics, Human Resources Management and Planning, Internet Of Things, Big Data, Regression Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Marketing

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Engineering Management Graduate Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Supplier Management, Project Schedules, Sustainability Reporting, Project Closure, Goal Setting, Engineering Management, Financial Analysis, Milestones (Project Management), Financial Statement Analysis, Cost Estimation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Team Leadership, Agile Project Management, Self-Awareness, Capital Budgeting, Personal Development, Project Risk Management, Cost Management, Growth Mindedness

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      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Certificado en Toma de Decisiones Basadas en Datos

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Analytics, Business Analytics, Statistical Reporting, Data Ethics, Digital Transformation, SQL, Database Design, Query Languages, Data Mining, NoSQL, Predictive Analytics, Data Analysis, R Programming, Big Data, Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Technology Strategies, Business Modeling

      Credit offered

      Mastertrack · 6 - 12 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Magíster en Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Revenue Management, FinTech, Web Scraping, People Analytics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Biostatistics, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Reporting, Cloud Security, Data Ethics, Governance, Risk Analysis, Network Analysis, Digital Transformation, Dimensionality Reduction, Sampling (Statistics), Peer Review, Predictive Modeling

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      University of California, Berkeley

      Master of Advanced Study in Engineering

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Principios de ingeniería de software automatizada y ágil Certificado MasterTrack®

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Test Automation, Unified Modeling Language, Version Control, Agile Project Management, Software Testing, Usability, Agile Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Git (Version Control System), Agile Methodology, Software Architecture, Test Data, Software Design Patterns, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Continuous Integration, Acceptance Testing, Test Planning, Maintainability, Software Design

      Credit offered

      Mastertrack · 6 - 12 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Metodologías ágiles de desarrollo de software Certificado MasterTrack®

      Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, User Story, Agile Project Management, Software Testing, Security Requirements Analysis, Usability, Android Development, Agile Software Development, Kotlin, Software As A Service, Cloud Applications, Backlogs, Test Data, Continuous Integration, Application Security, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Cloud Computing Architecture, Authorization (Computing), Android Studio, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS)

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      Mastertrack · 6 - 12 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Master of Engineering in Engineering Management

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, User Story, SQL, Systems Engineering, Real-Time Operating Systems, New Product Development, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Delegation Skills, Failure Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Supplier Management, Sustainability Reporting, Accountability, Data Ethics, Data Mining, Statistical Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Goal Setting, Proposal Writing

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      Indian Statistical Institute

      Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Machine Learning, NumPy, Spatial Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability, Database Management Systems, Economics, Statistical Modeling, Data Compilation, Statistical Methods, Dimensionality Reduction, Lifelong Learning, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Surveys, Market Data

      Postgraduate Diploma · 6 - 12 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular food science courses

    • Power Electronics Graduate Certificate: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Master of Science in Data Analytics Engineering: Northeastern University
    • Industrial Internet of Things Graduate Certificate: University of Colorado Boulder
    • MBA Business Analytics: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Engineering Management Graduate Certificate: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Certificado en Toma de Decisiones Basadas en Datos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Magíster en Business Analytics: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Master of Advanced Study in Engineering: University of California, Berkeley
    • Principios de ingeniería de software automatizada y ágil Certificado MasterTrack®: Universidad de los Andes
    • Metodologías ágiles de desarrollo de software Certificado MasterTrack®: Universidad de los Andes

    Frequently Asked Questions about Food Science

    An education in food science covers scientific principles relating to the preparation, consumption, enjoyment, sustainability, and health components of human sustenance. Courses reveal how our physiological makeup applies to cooked food, geographical and cultural influences on food, and rationales behind food preparation. Food Science also covers public health crises, such as obesity and Type 2 Diabetes, and their link to unhealthful eating.

    Food Science is becoming increasingly important to learn as the consumption of heavily processed foods proliferates, and as culture shifts away from the preparation of food at home. It’s crucial that learners interested in the field gain expertise in the prevention of diet-related diseases, the ability to create meals based on scientific principles, and methodologies related to sustainable food production. ‎

    Learners who study Food Science can enjoy career opportunities in gastronomy and health-related fields, such as Chef or Nutritional Therapist, as well as other roles that incorporate food-based skills. The myriad of jobs available include Food Scientist, Quality Assurance Manager, Food Toxicologist, Product Development Scientist, Scientific Laboratory Technician, Biochemist, Flavor Chemist, Food Ingredient Sales, Food Inspector, Sensory Scientist, and many other roles related to the study or handling of food.‎

    Online courses are a great way to earn credits, or boost professional development, in Food Science. Courses offered through Coursera include practical discussions about food and the environment in which we consume it, helping learners have the tools they need to distinguish between foods that will support or harm their health. Sciences such as biology, chemistry, and physics are covered, and how recent changes in food have greatly altered the way our bodies process it. Wider issues in sustainable manufacturing and bioethics are also covered, as well as how these technologies translate into real-world applications that benefit society and our daily lives.

    Assignments in Food Science courses show learners how to appreciate the scientific basis of various recipes, develop their own recipes, recognize the influence of the material world on our five senses, and understand the art of integrating science into cooking and dining. Successful learners will be able to present their rationales for healthy eating, create a long-term weight management plan, practice science-backed cooking methodologies, and examine ways to ensure a growing human population is fed.‎

    Because food science combines so many topics, a background in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, agriculture, chemical engineering, nutrition, microbiology, physics, and physics can all be helpful if you're planning to study the topic. And, of course, any background you have working in the food industry can be helpful. Even if you simply worked an entry-level job in the food industry—such as a stocker in a grocery store or as a server in a restaurant—you will have some knowledge to help you better understand food science. Many food scientists work in labs, research institutions, and universities, so a background working in these settings may be helpful too.‎

    People suited for roles in food science should have a mind for and an interest in science. But you'll also need an interest in people and their health. After all, much of food science is determining how to get food from its origin to the public without problems. You'll also need to be a stickler for details, especially when it comes to safety and hygiene. You must be able to work independently as well as part of a team, which means you'll need good communication skills. Food scientists and those who work in the food science industry will also need some background in computer science, business, and math.‎

    A professional or personal interest in science or the food industry is a good indicator that learning food science is right for you. You may be considering a career in the industry, or you may already work in a related field and want to advance your career. Perhaps you're a farmer, nutritionist, food manufacturer, or food marketer and want to know more about the science behind the food we eat so you can apply it to your job. Even as a consumer, learning about food science can help you shop smarter and eat healthier. You may learn about topics like nutrition, growing food, the evolution of food, manufacturing, and packaging.‎

    Online Food Science courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Food Science skills. Choose from a wide range of Food Science courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Food Science, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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