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Introduction to US Food Law / ONLINE

Do you export food to the USA? Or do you have another reason for needing an introduction to US food law? If so, then you have come to the right place. Through presentations, exercises and discussions, we will teach you all the basics, focusing on the FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) and related regulations. This course will be held in English.

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Qualification:

Introduction to US Food Law / ONLINE

Start:

on request

Duration:

Costs:

CHF 680.00

Location: 

  • Online
  • See also under "more details about the implementation"

Language of instruction:

English

Objectives and content

Target audience

The target participants are employees from food companies exporting to the USA, for example, from quality management or regulatory affairs. Other professionals are also welcome, for example attorneys needing an introduction to US food law.

No prior knowledge of US food law is required. The course is given in English; therefore, a good command of the English language is a prerequisite.

Objectives

The course provides a general introduction to US food regulation and then focuses on the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and its corresponding rules.

Content

  • General introduction to US food law (an overview encompassing legal framework, main legal acts, key authorities, sources of information)
  • Selected areas of regulation: general food labelling requirements / food safety: overview of FSMA and related rules.

Methodology

Presentations, exercises, discussions.

More details about the implementation

The course is offered online. This allows you to participate in an efficient way regardless of location. The prerequisite is functioning internet access and sound hardware (computer audio or headset). The access link and all necessary information will be sent to you in good time. We look forward to welcoming you to our virtual course room. 

If interested, please contact Evelyn Kirchsteiger-Meier

Enquiries and contact

Provider

Institute of Food and Beverage Innovation

Instructors

The course will be given in English by:

Prof. Neal Fortin, Director of the Institute for Food Laws and Regulations at Michigan State University and author of numerous publications on US food regulation (e.g. «Food Regulation: Law, Science, Policy, and Practice»)

Offered in cooperation with

Michigan State University

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Admission requirements

No prior knowledge of US food law is required. The course is given in English; therefore, a good command of the English language is a prerequisite.

Information for applicants

General Terms of Admission and Participation for Courses and Programs of Continuing Education at the ZHAW.

If the start status is «on request» put yourself on the non-binding list of interested parties. We will inform you about the next implementation start as soon as it is determined.

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