Learning objectives
The goal of this course is to provide students with the skills and tools to understand the state-of-the-art food quality schemes and the role they play in the relationship with the consumer, in the organization of the value chain, and in the agri-food systems.
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
The Food Quality Scheme labels are an important way to communicate the characteristics of food products and processes. They aim to reduce information asymmetry for consumers. However, for these labels to be effective, they need to be recognized, understood, and trusted by consumers. Additionally, implementing such schemes has implications at the corporate, supply chain, and macro levels.
Full programme
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Teaching methods
The activities will take place in person. Some seminars will be held online.
Acquisition of the ability to apply analytical methodologies through group work and individual exercises.
Acquisition of independent judgment through group work and classroom discussions.
Acquisition of learning skills: group work and individual exercises will encourage students to propose appropriate solutions for specific situations.
Acquisition of technical language: during the course, the meaning of commonly used terms related to the analysis of value chains and agri-food systems will be explained.
Assessment methods and criteria
Written examination (70%) and assessment of the group work (30%).
The honours are awarded to those students who fully comply with the requirements. In addition, they have to demonstrate a systematic knowledge of the topic, an excellent ability to apply the acquired knowledge and autonomy of judgment.
The final grade will be expressed out of thirty.
For those not participating in the group work, the exam will be both written (weight: 50%) and oral (weight: 50%).
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