Engineering MSc - Semesters 9 & 10 - Master of Science 2
Sustainable agricultural & food systems for the south engineering Master Degree
Option Innovation, development and entrepreneurship in food processing for tropical and mediterranean countries (IDéAL)
Update : 11/29/2023
Product innovation and the creation of food businesses, levers for development in countries of the South.
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What type of training ? |
une formation diplômante, sous statut étudiant, une formation diplômante, par la voie de l'alternance |
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For who ? |
étudiant titulaire d'un diplôme français, étudiant international |
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Where ? |
Institut des régions chaudes (IRC) |
Objectives
To train managers for the sustainable development of food sectors in Mediterranean and tropical countries. Based on in-depth knowledge of the main tropical food processing sectors, the specialization places a strong emphasis on:
- use of tropical agricultural raw materials and adding-value through the preparation of traditional foods and innovative products adapted to local and export markets,
- development of economic activities in the South through the creation of companies and processing units adapted to local contexts.
The curriculum prepares graduates to occupy different positions (R & D, quality, production, entrepreneur, advisor, etc.) at various levels (from small to multinational companies), in different structures (private, public, NGO), in the South or North in internationally-oriented positions (purchasing, sourcing, consulting, analysis of markets in the South). It integrates the socio-economic and technical environments specific to southern countries and encourages an entrepreneurial outlook.
Themes
- agrifood, food science, nutrition, process engineering
- markets, sectors and agricultural and agrifood companies
- Mediterranean and tropical countries
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Programme
Number of ECTS credits : 60
Language of instruction : In French
The programme of Innovation, development and entrepreneurship in food processing for tropical and mediterranean countries (formerly Food Industry in the South — IAAS) option is designed to gradually lead students to set up and manage a concrete project such as creating a development-oriented activity in the South. This project includes product innovation and the design of a processing unit, covering its technical, organizational and financial dimensions. The first semester is comprised of 4 blocks:
- introductory overview to understand the benchmarks of sustainable development, the diversity and wealth of tropical agricultural raw materials and of products processed in the South;
- knowledge of the main tropical agricultural processing sectors: characteristics of raw materials, processing technologies and impact of processes on quality (theoretical and practical aspects);
- food product innovation in the South: lessons and stories from professionals about the tools of food innovation and practical applications, leading to the realization of a new product development group project (from an idea to the product model);
- creation of a company in the South (in relation to the innovative product developed in block 3): assessment of market potential, design of the plant in a southern environment, sizing and choice of equipment, quality management, financial feasibility and business plan.
This set is complemented by lessons in professional development and modern languages.
Internships
The second semester is devoted to a 5-6 month professional internship (compulsory) which can be carried out in various structures depending on the student’s career plans. The internship is generally carried out in companies but can also be done in consulting firms, NGOs or R & D centres. Particular attention is paid to its preparation (preparation of an internship plan before starting) and to its follow-up (tutoring by a trainer).
The themes of the internships vary widely and reflect the diversity of the careers targeted by the training: evaluation/diagnosis of sectors and markets, raw material procurement and supply management, links with agricultural production, optimization of production and product quality, design of new products and processing units, quality control and management, hygiene/safety, support for business creation, etc.
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Calendar
- April to June: applications from students coming from outside Montpellier SupAgro considered
- Early September: pre-registration.
- Week 37: classes resume
- Early April to end September: end-of-studies internship.
- Mid October: defence of end-of-studies internships.
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Admission
The Food Industry for the South (IAAS) option in the Sustainable agricultural & dood systems for the south (SAADS) engineering programme is open to international students who have validated a master's degree or equivalent in food science and technology (B2 level in French required). This training course is also offered to students who have validated the second year of an engineering training programme at a French agricultural or food engineering school.
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Careers
With a strong focus on the South, the specialization prepares students for a wide range of food engineering positions within companies (procurement/purchasing, production, R & D, management, quality/hygiene/safety, marketing, etc.) and in development agencies or research and development institutes. It also trains students for entrepreneurial and consulting careers in the food sector.
Director of studies
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Manuel DORNIER
Lecturer
Professeur en génie des procédés
- Department of Sciences for Agro-Bio-Processes
- UMR Integrated Approach to Food Quality (QUALISUD)
- Institut des régions chaudes (IRC)
Email : manuel.dornier@supagro.fr
Phone : +33 (0)4 67 87 40 85
Phone : +33 (0)4 67 87 40 85
2nd phone : +33 (0)4 67 61 71 86
2nd phone : +33 (0)4 67 61 71 86
Partners
Place
Pôle Tropiques et Méditerranée
L'Institut Agro
Campus de Lavalette
1101, avenue Agropolis
Montpellier
Key features
- An original, clear and well recognized programme focusing on product innovation and the creation of food businesses in Mediterranean and tropical regions.
- A highly operational and professional training.
- Project-based teaching which is active, dynamic and full of practical exercises.
- International and multicultural graduates, focused on development issues in the South.
- Strong partnerships with diverse international institutions working on agricultural and food development in the South (CIRAD, IRD, universities in the South).
Fees
€1,831 or €4,449* (see conditions, in French) + €100 Contribution Vie Etudiante et de Campus (CVEC) administrative fee
* Tuition fees for non-European Union students enrolled in regular programs (excluding those in priority solidarity zone, international agreements, re-enrollments, refugee students, and dependent students).
Contacts
L'Institut Agro Montpellier
2 place Pierre Viala
34060 Montpellier - France
Tél. : +33 (0)4 99 61 22 00 Tél. : +33 (0)4 99 61 22 00
Fax : +33 (0)4 99 61 29 00
contact@supagro.fr
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