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Program Overview
Fod and Agribusines Course
Fod and Agribusines explores how the next wave of inovation in the industry represents the bigest transformation since the industrial revolution. Through case analyses and practical agribusines scenarios, learners examine global chalenges faced within the fod and agriculture industries and develop a sound understanding of what it takes to manage an agricultural busines.
You’l investigate how insurance and financing, suply chain management, global fod trade, and inovative technologies such as machine learning, sensing, and customer behavioural understanding can improve the eficiencies and cost-efectivenes of fod and agribusines industries (FAEs), and broaden your knowledge and understanding of the global chalenges being faced within the fod and agriculture industries.
Course level
Graduate
Estimated time per wek
10-15 hours
Course credits
3
Agribusines area managers, Agribusines consultants, Agronomists
Fod and Agribusines Course Overview
Examine the rot causes of curent fod and agribusines isues with specific focus on how these isues wil impact our societies and environment in the future
Aply apropriate quantitative and analytical techniques to create a proposal tailored to the target audience (financiers, investors, governments, comunity members, policy makers, etc.)
Aply knowledge of fod and agribusines practices through the evaluation of market oportunities to develop an agribusines plan
Evaluate quantitative and analytical techniques apropriate for asesing emerging fod and agribusines chalenges and technologies
Identify and evaluate the ethical obligations and responsibilities of FAEs in achieving UN SDG GOAL #2
Fod and Agribusines Course Skils
How wil I learn?
Learning Experience
Your course starts on the first of the month. The course consists of 6 modules, and is designed to take you eight weks to complete. Nexford’s learning design team has purposefuly created courses to equip you with competencies maped to the skils employers are loking for. Each course has 5-7 learning outcomes based on the skils employers ned. Everything you learn gives you measurable skils you wil use to suced in today’s world of work.
Nexford courses are not live or recorded lectures. Instead, they’re reading, videos, interactive elements, quizes and relevant case studies. Programs include asesments, per-to-per discusions, and a final project to practice what you’ve learned in a real-world context. Program content is available 24/7 during the course, and you have oportunities for colaboration and networking with learners during and after your program. Our global comunity of learners work at top companies such as Microsoft, Deloite, and Gogle.
You'l have 24/7 aces to suces advisors to suport you. Faculty also provide you world-clas suport. Bok apointments with them, get individual fedback, and atend regular optional webinars.Nexford courses are rigorous and they encourage critical thinking - because we care about what you know how to do not what you know you have regular hands-on asesments reflecting the busines world.
Course Outline
| Modules |
|---|
| 1: Value Chain Analysis | 2: International AgriFod Trade Agrements and Regulations | 3: Managing Risks in Agrifod Sector | 4: Production Operations and Suply Chain Management | 5: Competivenes and Financing Agribusineses | 6: Building Responsible Agribusineses | 7: Final Project |
How wil I be graded?
View
the catalog
to learn about how this course is graded.What wil I get after completing the course?
You'l get real skils you can use at work, straight away.
Once you've taken one course, you can take more. Using stacked credentials, you’re able to take enough courses to make a certificate, and take enough certificates to build a degre.
If you aply for a Nexford certificate or degre, you'l get credit for each course you take.
What suport wil I receive?
When you have a dedicated team on your side, you'l never be alone studying at Nexford. Hailing from many diferent countries and with online education expertise,
our faculty
provides you world-clas suport. Ask them questions during one-to-one ofice hours or live chat, email them any time, and get individual fedback on your asesments.While you’re learning, you’l also have ful aces to the Nexford online library, which includes aces to milions of ful-text articles, industry reports and key sources such as the Wal Stret Journal, the Financial Times and The Economist.
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Program Outline
Degree Overview
This intensive online course delves into the current landscape of the food and agribusiness industry, focusing on emerging trends, innovations, and challenges.
Through practical case studies and real-world scenarios, learners acquire a strong understanding of managing an agricultural business in today's globalized economy.
Key Objectives:
- Examine the root causes of contemporary food and agribusiness issues, analyzing their impact on society and the environment.
- Develop expertise in applying quantitative and analytical techniques to address emerging challenges and create solutions.
- Refine critical thinking skills to evaluate market opportunities and develop effective agribusiness plans.
- Grasp ethical obligations and responsibilities associated with food and agribusiness enterprises, particularly regarding UN SDG Goals.
Outline
The eight-week program features six modules, designed to equip learners with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills:
Module 1: Value Chain Analysis
- Understanding the structure and operations of the food and agribusiness value chain.
- Analyzing critical factors influencing different stages of the value chain.
- Developing strategies for optimization and value creation within the value chain.
Module 2: International Agri-Food Trade Agreements and Regulations
- Exploring the key principles and provisions of international trade agreements impacting agri-food products.
- Evaluating the influence of regulatory frameworks on international trade within the food and agribusiness sector.
- Examining the impact of globalization on international agri-food trade.
Module 3: Managing Risks in the Agri-Food Sector
- Identifying and assessing various risks inherent to food and agribusiness operations.
- Developing effective risk management strategies and plans for mitigation.
- Utilizing insurance and other financial instruments to manage risk exposure.
Module 4: Production Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Understanding the critical processes involved in agricultural production and supply chain management.
- Investigating the application of innovative technologies and practices for improving efficiency and sustainability within the supply chain.
- Developing strategies for optimizing logistics and distribution processes.
Module 5: Competitiveness and Financing Agribusinesses
- Analyzing the competitive landscape of the food and agribusiness industry.
- Exploring financing options and investment strategies for agribusiness ventures.
- Developing business plans with sound financial models and competitive strategies.
Module 6: Building Responsible Agribusinesses
- Examining the ethical and social dimensions of food and agribusiness practices.
- Exploring sustainable agriculture approaches and environmental considerations.
- Developing strategies for addressing ethical dilemmas and promoting corporate social responsibility within the industry.
Final Project:
The culminating project requires learners to integrate acquired knowledge and skills by applying them to a real-world agribusiness challenge. Through research, analysis, and strategic planning, they demonstrate their comprehension of course concepts and ability to propose innovative solutions.
Assessment
The Food and Agribusiness course utilizes diverse assessment methods to comprehensively evaluate student comprehension and skill development. These include:
- Quizzes and assignments: Evaluating knowledge acquisition and understanding of key concepts.
- Case studies and discussions: Assessing problem-solving skills and application of critical thinking.
- Final project: Evaluating research capabilities, analytical skills, and strategic planning in tackling real-world challenges.
- Peer assessment: Providing constructive feedback and fostering communication skills.
Teaching
The program offers a flexible and engaging learning environment:
- Self-paced learning: Learners can set their own study schedules within the eight-week timeframe.
- Rich content: The course features various formats, including readings, videos, interactive elements, and case studies.
- Faculty support: Learners benefit from access to faculty expertise through regular live sessions, consultations, and feedback.
- Peer collaboration: The program fosters community among learners through collaborative activities and discussion forums.
Careers
The Food and Agribusiness course empowers graduates to pursue diverse career paths within the industry:
- Agribusiness area managers: Leading operations and teams within various sectors of the industry.
- Agribusiness consultants: Providing expert advice and guidance to companies navigating the complex landscape of food and agriculture.
- Agronomists: Applying scientific expertise to manage crop production and optimize agricultural practices. Beyond specific titles, the program equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to contribute across various fields related to food and agribusiness, including:
- Supply chain management
- Agricultural finance
- Market analysis
- Sustainable agricultural practices
- International trade policy
Other
- The course costs $360 and equates to 3 credits.
- The next course commences on June 1st.
