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Lead the future in foodservice and dietary management
The Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics will prepare students to communicate principles and practices of lifespan nutrition related to health and longevity as well as evaluate principles and practices related to wellness. At the end of this program graduates will be able to implement best practices in personnel management related to foodservice systems and sit for the national Certifying Board for Dietary Managers (CBDM®) Credentialing Exam.
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Delivery format
100% online or on-site
Typical Program Length
Full-time: 12-18 months
Part-time: 18-36 months
Deadlines
Fall 2026: March 15, 2026
Spring 2027: October 15, 2026
Post priority deadline: Rolling basis
Is the Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics Right for Me?
The Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics is ideal if you want to be a leader in a changing and in demand field, gain the nutritional, foodservice and dietary knowledge to pursue a career as a dietary manager (CDM), or help promote healthspan, longevity, wellness, nutrition and dietetics in a variety of foodservice management settings.
The degree is designed for:
Future leaders in foodservice management
Individuals interested in careers as dietary managers (CDMs)
Individuals interested in healthspan, longevity, wellness, nutrition, and dietetics
Compare Nutrition Programs
Career Opportunities for MAFMD Graduates
Foodservice management in:
Healthcare facilities
Schools
Senior living communities
Corporate wellness
How Do I Earn My MAFMD at USC Leonard Davis?
The Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics
can be completed online through distance education or in-person and on a full-time or part-time basis. Our students typically complete the degree in two years of full-time study.
Students residing in Mississippi or Puerto Rico are not eligible to complete the Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics online via distance learning at this time.
What Will I Study in My Classes?
The Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics prepares students to implement best practices in personnel management related to foodservice systems and to sit for the national Certifying Board for Dietary Managers (CBDM®) Credentialing Exam. The program goals focus on preparing graduates to provide leadership in foodservice systems and aging, effectively communicate with, counsel, and educate diverse populations about food and its societal and cultural relevance, understand the importance of the biological, psychological and social aspects of aging, implement best practices in food safety and production, independently produce and evaluate complex menus, formulate recipes and understand the aspects of senior living hospitality functions as they relate to foodservice.
You’ll explore these subjects through your required and elective courses:
Food, Culture, Disease and Longevity
Food Production and Foodservice Management
Aging and Prevention of Chronic Diseases through Nutrition, Physical Activity and Lifestyle Changes
Senior Living Foodservice and Revenue Management
View the full curriculum
What are the program requirements?
Successful completion of 32 units is required for graduation (26 units of didactic coursework, 4 units of research and 2 units of field practicum). The program’s concentration area is in foodservice management and dietetics and in preparing graduates to sit for the CDM exam.
Prerequisites
None
Admission Requirements
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Complete supplemental application included as part of university application
In your university application, you must upload your resume and statement of interest
2 letters of recommendation, either uploaded in your university application or mailed separately by your recommenders
Official transcripts should be mailed directly to our office, or
submitted electronically
. Students must declare all schools on the application and submit transcripts from all institutions attended (even if it was for just one semester) after high school:
USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
Office of Admission and Student Services
3715 McClintock Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0191
On your university application, include your scholarship application—merit-based scholarships are available to qualified applicants. The GRE may be waived by having strong academics. If the GRE is required, you will be notified during the review process.
Statement of Interest
Your statement of interest plays an important role in helping our faculty consider your application for graduate study. The following prompt is designed to help you but is not an exhaustive list of information you should include in your statement. We recommend that your statement is within three to five double-spaced pages. The statement should be uploaded as part of the university application.
Tell us why you chose to apply to the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
Tell us about your experiences in gerontology
Describe your educational and career goals
Please describe your strengths and weaknesses
Program Resources
Nutrition Programs Information Session
How to apply
Learning that Fits Your Life
Whether you live halfway across the world or have a busy career, we make this program work for you. You can earn the MAFMD degree online, through our robust digital course platform.
All your classes are streamed online, allowing you to interact with your classmates and professors in real-time. Learn more about our
online education program.
Request Information
Interested in learning more about a program? Contact an advisor using this form below.
Contact Information
Stories and Spotlights
Educating leaders in nutrition and dietetics
Read more stories
Shauna Davis, MSNHL
Shauna Davis, who is focused on obtaining her Master of Science in Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity (MSNHL), says the program has revealed a whole new world of possibilities.
Kayee Liu, MSNHL
Master of Science in Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity (MSNHL) student Kayee Liu enjoys sitting down with patients and helping them develop healthy eating plans.
Alicia Miller, MSNHL
Shifting careers especially in the midst of the pandemic can be an incredible challenge, but for Master’s student Alicia Miller, nothing is more important to her than working on innovative ways to promote healthy aging.
Learn more and apply
Our community of ambitious students, eminent faculty and renowned alumni is waiting for you to join us. Our advisory team is ready to answer all your questions. Let’s continue the conversation.
Contact us
Learn how to apply
Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
3715 McClintock Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90089
(213) 740-5156
|
ldsgero@usc.edu
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Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics
MAFMD Program
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Home
>
Academics
>
Master’s Programs
>
Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics
Lead the future in foodservice and dietary management
The Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics will prepare students to communicate principles and practices of lifespan nutrition related to health and longevity as well as evaluate principles and practices related to wellness. At the end of this program graduates will be able to implement best practices in personnel management related to foodservice systems and sit for the national Certifying Board for Dietary Managers (CBDM®) Credentialing Exam.
Request Information
In this Section
Overview
Curriculum
Course Catalogue
Admission Requirements
Request Information
Program Information
Delivery format
100% online or on-site
Typical Program Length
Full-time: 12-18 months
Part-time: 18-36 months
Deadlines
Fall 2026: March 15, 2026
Spring 2027: October 15, 2026
Post priority deadline: Rolling basis
Is the Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics Right for Me?
The Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics is ideal if you want to be a leader in a changing and in demand field, gain the nutritional, foodservice and dietary knowledge to pursue a career as a dietary manager (CDM), or help promote healthspan, longevity, wellness, nutrition and dietetics in a variety of foodservice management settings.
The degree is designed for:
Future leaders in foodservice management
Individuals interested in careers as dietary managers (CDMs)
Individuals interested in healthspan, longevity, wellness, nutrition, and dietetics
Compare Nutrition Programs
Career Opportunities for MAFMD Graduates
Foodservice management in:
Healthcare facilities
Schools
Senior living communities
Corporate wellness
How Do I Earn My MAFMD at USC Leonard Davis?
The Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics
can be completed online through distance education or in-person and on a full-time or part-time basis. Our students typically complete the degree in two years of full-time study.
Students residing in Mississippi or Puerto Rico are not eligible to complete the Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics online via distance learning at this time.
What Will I Study in My Classes?
The Master of Arts in Foodservice Management and Dietetics prepares students to implement best practices in personnel management related to foodservice systems and to sit for the national Certifying Board for Dietary Managers (CBDM®) Credentialing Exam. The program goals focus on preparing graduates to provide leadership in foodservice systems and aging, effectively communicate with, counsel, and educate diverse populations about food and its societal and cultural relevance, understand the importance of the biological, psychological and social aspects of aging, implement best practices in food safety and production, independently produce and evaluate complex menus, formulate recipes and understand the aspects of senior living hospitality functions as they relate to foodservice.
You’ll explore these subjects through your required and elective courses:
Food, Culture, Disease and Longevity
Food Production and Foodservice Management
Aging and Prevention of Chronic Diseases through Nutrition, Physical Activity and Lifestyle Changes
Senior Living Foodservice and Revenue Management
View the full curriculum
What are the program requirements?
Successful completion of 32 units is required for graduation (26 units of didactic coursework, 4 units of research and 2 units of field practicum). The program’s concentration area is in foodservice management and dietetics and in preparing graduates to sit for the CDM exam.
Prerequisites
None
Admission Requirements
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Complete supplemental application included as part of university application
In your university application, you must upload your resume and statement of interest
2 letters of recommendation, either uploaded in your university application or mailed separately by your recommenders
Official transcripts should be mailed directly to our office, or
submitted electronically
. Students must declare all schools on the application and submit transcripts from all institutions attended (even if it was for just one semester) after high school:
USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
Office of Admission and Student Services
3715 McClintock Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0191
On your university application, include your scholarship application—merit-based scholarships are available to qualified applicants. The GRE may be waived by having strong academics. If the GRE is required, you will be notified during the review process.
Statement of Interest
Your statement of interest plays an important role in helping our faculty consider your application for graduate study. The following prompt is designed to help you but is not an exhaustive list of information you should include in your statement. We recommend that your statement is within three to five double-spaced pages. The statement should be uploaded as part of the university application.
Tell us why you chose to apply to the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
Tell us about your experiences in gerontology
Describe your educational and career goals
Please describe your strengths and weaknesses
Program Resources
Nutrition Programs Information Session
How to apply
Learning that Fits Your Life
Whether you live halfway across the world or have a busy career, we make this program work for you. You can earn the MAFMD degree online, through our robust digital course platform.
All your classes are streamed online, allowing you to interact with your classmates and professors in real-time. Learn more about our
online education program.
Request Information
Interested in learning more about a program? Contact an advisor using this form below.
Contact Information
Stories and Spotlights
Educating leaders in nutrition and dietetics
Read more stories
Shauna Davis, MSNHL
Shauna Davis, who is focused on obtaining her Master of Science in Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity (MSNHL), says the program has revealed a whole new world of possibilities.
Kayee Liu, MSNHL
Master of Science in Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity (MSNHL) student Kayee Liu enjoys sitting down with patients and helping them develop healthy eating plans.
Alicia Miller, MSNHL
Shifting careers especially in the midst of the pandemic can be an incredible challenge, but for Master’s student Alicia Miller, nothing is more important to her than working on innovative ways to promote healthy aging.
Learn more and apply
Our community of ambitious students, eminent faculty and renowned alumni is waiting for you to join us. Our advisory team is ready to answer all your questions. Let’s continue the conversation.
Contact us
Learn how to apply
Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
3715 McClintock Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90089
(213) 740-5156
|
ldsgero@usc.edu
Quick Links
Why USC Leonard Davis
How to Apply
Frequently Asked Questions
Request Information
Contact Us
Privacy Notice
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Digital Accessibility
© 2026 USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology Admissions.
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Close Menu
Admission
Why USC Leonard Davis
About the School
Overview
What is Gerontology?
Gerontology Careers
Faculty
Research
News
The USC Leonard Davis Student Experience
Student Life
Student & Alumni Stories
Student Organizations
Study Abroad
Internships
USC Student Affairs
Academics
Programs
Undergraduate Programs
Master’s Programs
Specialized Master’s Programs
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology
PhD Programs
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences
Online Education
Professional Education
Curricula and Resources
Undergraduate Curriculum
Graduate Curriculum
Dual Degree Curriculum
Graduate Certificate Curriculum
PhD Curriculum
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences Curriculum
Course Catalogue
Program Objectives
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Apply
Overview
International Applicants
Request Information
Information Sessions
Office Hours
Newly Admitted
Next Steps
Overview
Undergraduate New Admits
Graduate New Admits
Academic Resources
Course Catalogue
Schedule of Classes
Academic Calendar
Academic Conduct
Gerontology Resources
Gerontology Library Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuition and Aid
Events
Event Calendar
Request Information
Contact Us
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