This module provides students with an overview to the commercialization of intellectual property (IP) and technologies associated with the new product or ingredients development in food industry. Topics for this module include innovation leadership, intellectual property management and legislation, research and business development and commercialization strategies, regulations, and approval processes. Specific topics pertaining to the management of a food business are also addressed. In this module, students will gain the practical approach in new product development and recognize the importance of sustainable innovation for food products. Students will be expected to work on a food development proposal. The scope of work includes study of the market products, develop and optimize the formulations and design product packaging in accordance to the specified regulatory requirements. Students will also be expected to consider the scalability of the product development from the stage of formulations to production as well as developing a prototype for market surveys.
Entry Requirements
‘O’ Levels: At least 3 ‘O’ Level passes in the following subjects
- English Language (EL1 or EL2) Grade 1 – 7
- Any Science subject Grade 1 – 6
- Any 1 relevant subject subject Grade 1 – 6
- And at least 1 year relevant work experience
Higher Nitec: GPA ≥ 2.0 OR GPA ≥ 1.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience
Nitec: GPA ≥ 3.5 OR GPA ≥ 3.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience
Higher Nitec in Technology/Services: GPA ≥ 2.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience
Nitec in Technology/Services: GPA ≥ 3.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience
WSQ: Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher) AND at least 1 year relevant work experience AND Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA
Do not possess any of the above qualifications: Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 2 years of relevant working experience.