Product and Process Design: Idea Generation and Selection of a Product Concept

Registration deadline: 6 April 2025

Target audience

To be able to participate in the course, you are expected to have at least a BSc level of education in Food Science and Technology. A related field, such as Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology, is also possible.

The language of instruction of this course is in English. Admission to the course requires a level of English as described at the webpage linked in the right-hand column.

Learning outcomes

After successful completion of this programme, you will be able to:

• Explain the various stages of the new product development process.
• Design and select product concepts from a consumer-oriented perspective.
• Appraise products based on internal and external influences, including the company situation and competitor environment.
• Apply different creative thinking techniques for the purpose of new food product development.

Programme

This online course on product design, food and process has four modules. It teaches about designing food products from both a product and process perspective.

The main objective is to enhance T-shaped skills. These skills will enable you to solve complex technological problems in one specific area. They will also equip you to tackle broader challenges involving multiple disciplines.

The course is fully online and involves studying e-learning materials with practical assignments.

Combining courses
When you want to learn more about food biotechnology and processing, other courses are interesting for you too. You can deepen your knowledge in a specific career field without completing a Master's programme. You can register for any combination, but please consider our suggestions in the right-hand column.

Examination

Participation in the remote proctored exam is optional. If you decide not to participate in the exam, you do not qualify for a certificate and/or micro-credentials. The exam is included in the course price. The date of examination is 3 July 2025.

Certification

Upon successful completion, a digital Micro-credentials certificate (EduBadge) with 3 study credits (ECTS) is issued. The EduBadge certifies the learning outcomes of short-term learning experiences, marking the quality of a course.