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Over the last 20 years or so, the status of food has changed dramatically. Rippling food crises, the growing obesity problem and more, have repeatedly put food in the spotlight. On the economic front, the increase in population coupled with rapid economic growth in the past decade has boosted food consumption an explosive rate.According to Cushman & Wakefield’s ‘Global Food and Beverage Market’ report, Asia Pacific is the fastest growing region for consumer spending on ‘Eating Out’ with the average annual growth forecasted to be 7.5% for the 2017-26 period. With a massive food industry and the increasingly complex global food system, there is a critical skills gap for experts with specialised knowledge who have the ability to explore and explain the relationship between food and environmental, cultural, social, political and economic processes.The Master of Philosophy (Food Studies) aims to groom graduates into highly qualified professionals who are experts in the field of Food Studies. To achieve this, Taylor’s University and University Toulouse Jean Jaurès (UT2J) have designed a comprehensive curriculum which encompasses components like research skills, anthropology and sociology of food, understanding of the different food cultures, food trends and business outlook, socio-political issues on food nutrition and public health and many more. The Taylor’s Food Studies Advantage The only Malaysian university with a ‘Chair of Food Studies: Food, Cultures and Health’ – Prof. Dr. Jean Pierre Poulain. He maintains an emphasis in food studies, contributes to academic programmes and provides advice to... [-]

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The Master in International Hospitality Management is a master's degree that specialises in the field of hospitality management. It offers a strong balance between theoretical knowledge and professional exposure through coursework, research and internship.Offered in collaboration with the University of Toulouse, France, this 12-month inter-disciplinary master's degree programme is the first and only French postgraduate degree in hospitality in Asia-Pacific. An academically-rigorous programme with a strong industry orientation, it will equip you with sophisticated, cutting-edge management tools and techniques to deal with challenges in the dynamic hospitality and tourism industry.The programme adopts a global approach in its teaching materials supplemented by local case studies, which ensures that students attain a deeper understanding of international affairs. Graduates will possess a global mindset and professional competitive advantage, as well as be highly sought after as leaders of service-related organisations. Programme Objective 12 months of coursework, which includes lectures, fieldworks, graduate seminars, forums, study trips, simulation games and many more 20-Week Internship* * Those who have relevant work experience are allowed to apply for an exemption Dissertation Project Programme Delivery Suitable for both full-time and part-time studies Block lecturers by top professors supported by weekly lectures Classes/seminar will be conducted on: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6 pm - 9.30 pm Every subject includes 2 days of block lectures conducted either on weekdays or weekends. Graduate Seminars Students will be exposed to emerging trends and issues affecting the hospitality industry through a host of graduate seminars... [-]