Today’s bakeries are often high-tech businesses involving complex equipment, formulations, organization and products. The industry has evolved to include allied companies that provide products ranging from bakery ingredients and flavors to mixes and equipment.

There are two options:

  • Bakery Science and Management - Cereal Chemistry Option
  • Bakery Science and Management - Production Management Option

Professional options

The number of positions available for graduates is greater than the supply. It is not unusual for students to have multiple job offers when they graduate. Average starting salaries after graduation are nearly 50 percent higher than the university average.

Careers

  • Product development specialist
  • Technical sales representative
  • Production management
  • Quality assurance
  • Ingredient/equipment sales
  • Labeling and regulatory technician
  • Retail/wholesale ownership