Natural and organic is the fastest growing sector of the U.S. food industry, with sales far outpacing that of the overall market.
As the industry expands, so do career opportunities-from developing innovative marketing to designing sustainable supply chains.
Located in Boulder, CO—the epicenter of the natural products industry—Leeds is plugged-in to the nation's largest concentration of natural and organic companies.
Learn by doing
Hands-on experience is essential to building deep knowledge of the natural and organic industry. Experiential learning options at Leeds include:
The CU MBA Natural and Organic Pathway was transformative, igniting my passion for the Consumer Packaged Goods industry while shaping my academic focus. Through immersive projects, strategic classes, and industry engagement, it honed my skills in navigating the complexities of this field. Today, armed with this expertise, I confidently navigate the CPG landscape, implementing sustainable practices that align with evolving consumer demands and driving impactful change within the industry, all while fostering valuable connections within the community.
~ Michelle Lishnevsky (MBA '23), Sales Operations Specialist at Cappello's
It’s a roadmap toward your ultimate career.
It's a roadmap toward your ultimate career. Follow a path of curated courses and co-curricular experiences for a solid skillset in your target industry. Chart your course and graduate ready to lead, innovate and make an immediate impact.
Focus your knowledge
MBA Coursework: Develop your natural products skill set in key subject areas
Sustainable business strategy
Market research
Sustainable entrepreneurship
Leadership
Marketing strategy
CPG marketing strategy
Negotiation
