Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Management Undergraduate Programme By West Virginia University |TopUniversities

Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Management

Starting Month

Jan-2000Starting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Agriculture and Forestry

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Combining knowledge of business management and agricultural systems with an understanding of how the market economy works and the appropriate role of government regulation, this program is ideal for students interested in helping agribusiness and business development in rural or non-metropolitan areas. The goal of this major is to provide students with a breadth of knowledge that will prepare them for entry-level management positions or starting their own enterprise in a variety of rural, land-based, agricultural and/or food-related businesses. Students with this major can expect to find employment in: agribusiness (including nursery and landscaping) firms or farms; financial institutions; or state and federal government agencies dealing with land use, food and agriculture. Employment in these areas requires the essential components of this major: a broad educational background combined with knowledge of managing natural resource-based businesses. By selecting appropriate coursework in consultation with their advisor, the flexibility of this major provides students with the opportunity to create their own area of expertise or follow course tracks for entrepreneurship, equine management, food science and technology, horticulture, or livestock, as well as to pursue coursework in preparation for graduate school. Major Learning Goals Students who complete this major should be able to: Clearly articulate business problems, theories, and arguments related to agriculture or small businesses. Demonstrate an understanding of major ideas in marketing, accounting, finance, and management related to agriculture or small businesses. Read, analyze, and interpret business statements; utilize computer software in accounting, Excel and similar applications. Think carefully, logically, and creatively about problems related to agribusiness management and/or rural economic development. Carefully analyze arguments pertaining to agribusiness management and/or rural economic development. Develop and present a business plan. Write clearly and logically in business and professional settings. Work cooperatively within a business or professional setting (i.e., be a team player). Careers Agricultural business manager Farm loan officer Purchasing agent Grain merchandiser Agricultural marketing specialist Government inspector Farm equipment sales/service rep Commodity broker Financial consultant Credit loan officer Agricultural chemical sales Dairy plant manager

Programme overview

Main Subject

Agriculture and Forestry

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Combining knowledge of business management and agricultural systems with an understanding of how the market economy works and the appropriate role of government regulation, this program is ideal for students interested in helping agribusiness and business development in rural or non-metropolitan areas. The goal of this major is to provide students with a breadth of knowledge that will prepare them for entry-level management positions or starting their own enterprise in a variety of rural, land-based, agricultural and/or food-related businesses. Students with this major can expect to find employment in: agribusiness (including nursery and landscaping) firms or farms; financial institutions; or state and federal government agencies dealing with land use, food and agriculture. Employment in these areas requires the essential components of this major: a broad educational background combined with knowledge of managing natural resource-based businesses. By selecting appropriate coursework in consultation with their advisor, the flexibility of this major provides students with the opportunity to create their own area of expertise or follow course tracks for entrepreneurship, equine management, food science and technology, horticulture, or livestock, as well as to pursue coursework in preparation for graduate school. Major Learning Goals Students who complete this major should be able to: Clearly articulate business problems, theories, and arguments related to agriculture or small businesses. Demonstrate an understanding of major ideas in marketing, accounting, finance, and management related to agriculture or small businesses. Read, analyze, and interpret business statements; utilize computer software in accounting, Excel and similar applications. Think carefully, logically, and creatively about problems related to agribusiness management and/or rural economic development. Carefully analyze arguments pertaining to agribusiness management and/or rural economic development. Develop and present a business plan. Write clearly and logically in business and professional settings. Work cooperatively within a business or professional setting (i.e., be a team player). Careers Agricultural business manager Farm loan officer Purchasing agent Grain merchandiser Agricultural marketing specialist Government inspector Farm equipment sales/service rep Commodity broker Financial consultant Credit loan officer Agricultural chemical sales Dairy plant manager

Admission Requirements

79+
6.5+
105+
53+
Applicants must have at least a 2.5 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale; meet English Proficiency or request conditional admission and complete an Intensive English Program (IEP) application. Other English Language Requirement accepted: TOEFL Computer-Based score of 173; TOEFL Paper-Based score of 500.

Jan-2000

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