Master of Science in Packaging
Michigan State University

Program Details

The online Master of Science in Packaging is a program with a clear mission: to educate packaging professionals and foster innovative solutions that enhance product quality, improve packaging efficiency, and reduce waste. Students in this online manufacturing engineering degree delve into three major areas, namely plastics packaging, distribution dynamics, and permeability and shelf-life. 

Electives provide the opportunity to explore specific interests, whether within packaging-specific topics or related fields. Students acquire skills in applying mathematics, science, and technology to address packaging-related challenges, assessing the suitability of packaging materials and designs for specific applications, and critically evaluating new scientific knowledge. 

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

Learning Schedule

Asynchronous

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Michigan State University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Michigan State University is accredited by: The Broad College of Business at MSU has been accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) since 1953. AACSB International Accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

GRE, Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent