Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Business Management - International

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Business Management from Charles Sturt University equips individuals with a comprehensive understanding of business, management, and finance in the agricultural industry. Delivered online with intensive schools, this part-time program enhances skills in agricultural marketing, risk management, accounting, financial management, and international trade. Graduates are prepared for management roles in agribusiness, government, and non-profit organizations, as well as consulting and farm business facilitation.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Business Management from Charles Sturt University provides a solid foundation for your agribusiness career. Extending your understanding of business, management, and finance, this course provides further learning or professional development for those at any point in the agricultural supply chain.

Objectives:

• Develop a strong overview of the responsible management of agricultural businesses.
• Enhance skills in business, management, and finance.
• Equip you with knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a highly competitive and responsive industry.
• Develop business management skills applicable in any agricultural context.

Program Outline:

Content:

• Agricultural Marketing
• Agricultural Business Risk and Investment
• Agribusiness Accounting
• Agribusiness Financial Management
• International Agriproduct Trade

Structure:

• Part-time, 1-year program
• Online delivery
• Intensive schools may be required for certain subjects

Assessment:

• Assignments
• Quizzes
• Exams
• Presentations
• Case studies

Teaching:

• Experienced academics with extensive industry experience
• Commercial farming operations and agribusinesses on campus support course content
• Online delivery provides flexibility for working professionals

Careers:

• Management positions in agribusiness, government, or non-government organizations
• Farm business facilitator
• Business improvement specialist
• Agricultural consultant