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JIFSAN’S 2025 SUMMER RISK ANALYSIS COURSES

University of Maryland
Joint Institute for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (JIFSAN)
Center for Food Safety and Security Systems (CFS³)

Empowering Professionals in Food Safety Risk Analysis!

Are you ready to build your proficiency in risk analysis?

Join our comprehensive program designed for food safety professionals worldwide and gain the knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to excel in food safety risk analysis. Given the global emphasis on risk-based decision making and the increasingly interconnected nature of the food supply, risk analysis has become an essential tool for addressing human food issues worldwide. To meet this critical need, JIFSAN-CFS³ offers you a comprehensive suite of training courses on risk assessment, risk management and risk communication. Led by internationally recognized experts, our programs have empowered professionals from government ministries, the private sector, academia, and NGOs to address human food challenges effectively.
Take the next step in your professional journey — join us and build your proficiency in risk analysis!

Who Should Attend?
This program is designed for individuals and organizations seeking to enhance their expertise in food safety risk analysis, including:

Federal Agencies and Ministries: Professionals shaping national and international food safety policies and standards.
State and Provincial Governments: Officials focused on implementing and managing regional food safety programs.
Academics and Researchers: Experts advancing knowledge and innovation in risk analysis.
Industry Leaders and Trade Professionals: Decision-makers driving safety and quality in the global food supply chain.
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs): Organizations addressing food safety challenges and promoting sustainable practices globally.
Consumer Advocacy Groups: Advocates championing public health and informed consumer practices.

If you are committed to advancing food safety and risk-based decision-making, this program is for you.

Program Highlights:
This comprehensive program empowers participants with advanced knowledge and skills in:

Risk Analysis Fundamentals: Learn the basic language of risk and the fundamental tasks of risk management, risk assessment, and risk communication to empower you to make risk-informed science-based decisions while navigating human food issues.
Risk Management Essentials: Develop and implement effective strategies to mitigate risks, including crafting and executing sound policies.
Qualitative Risk Assessment: Explore the most common risk assessment models in use and learn how to apply qualitative assessment techniques to your human food issues.
Risk Communication: Gain expertise in engaging stakeholders by clearly conveying risk information and motivating meaningful action.
Epidemiology for Risk Analysis: Use epidemiological tools to understand and quantify the relationships between hazard exposure and adverse health outcomes.
Quantitative Risk Assessment: Build and interpret quantitative risk assessment models, with hands-on experience using FDA's i-Risk® platform.

What to Expect:
Participants can look forward to an enriching learning experience that includes:

Dynamic Lectures and Interactive Exercises: Engage with expert-led sessions and collaborative group activities.
Practical, Real-World Applications: Explore examples tailored to your professional experiences for actionable insights.
Essential Risk Analysis Skills: Master techniques for identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring risks effectively.
In-Depth Understanding of Risk Perception: Gain valuable insights into how people perceive risks and how this influences decision-making processes.

Program Structure:
Enroll in the full CORE program to gain a 360-degree understanding of risk analysis and all of its essential components. Or choose individual courses to focus on specific areas of interest with targeted learning opportunities. Our advanced courses build your expertise in Epidemiology for Risk Analysis and Quantitative Risk Analysis with i-Risk®, equipping you with advanced tools and methodologies to conduct effective risk analysis.

Our program is designed as an integrated series for a comprehensive learning experience, but participants may choose to enroll in individual courses based on their specific needs.

Why Attend?
By completing this program, you will gain skills to:

Identify Potential Human Food Risks and Impacts: Recognize hazards, assess their consequences, and evaluate their likelihood with precision.
Develop Effective Risk Management Strategies: Design and implement solutions to mitigate risks while ensuring safety and compliance.
Communicate Risk Information with Clarity: Effectively engage and inform diverse stakeholders to foster understanding and collaboration.

Empower yourself to improve decision-making processes and lead with confidence in the field of food safety risk analysis!