Agribusiness Economics and Management (BS)

Agribusiness Economics and Management

Bachelor of Science

Coursework Location(s)

Main/Tucson

Areas of Interest

• Agricultural Sciences
• Business, Economics & Entrepreneurship
• Mathematics, Statistics & Data Science

Overview

For students passionate about sustainably feeding a growing global population, this degree sets you up for success in the U.S. and beyond. In the Bachelor of Science program for Agribusiness Economics and Management, students can select one of two tracks; the Agribusiness Management emphasis focuses on critical management issues dealing with people, food, land, water and other natural resources. Classes help prepare students for careers using real-world data and case studies. Students learn how to manage sustainably natural resources, start and grow businesses, and engage in all aspects of providing access to nutritious food. Students engage in experiential learning of essential skills, including problem-solving, decision-making, project management, team participation and leadership. With an unemployment rate of less than 1%, a future in agribusiness economics offers stability and a fulfilling career.

Learning Outcomes

• Subject Matter Expertise; Acquire working knowledge of the microeconomic analytical frameworks to evaluate alternative business and policy options.
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving; Correctly identify and define an economic problem; gather information and evaluate alternative approaches using appropriate theories and tools; propose and implement solutions; and evaluate the approaches.
• Communication; Communicate precisely in written, spoken, and graphical form to economist and non-economist audiences.
• Leadership & Collaboration; Collaborate effectively while demonstrating initiative and leadership as appropriate in workplace settings.

Program Details

Sample Courses

• AREC 313: Economics of Futures Markets
• AREC 315: Agribusiness Economics and Management
• AREC 450: Financial Management for Agribusiness

Career Fields

• Business
• Entrepreneurship
• Farm, ranch or plant management
• Retail food and beverage management
• Information technology