Agribusiness

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Agribusiness

Integrated Agribusiness (B.S.)/Master of Business Administration (MBA)

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About the Program

Form a strong foundation for your agribusiness career as you study agricultural economics, animal science, accounting, economics and business law.
Improve your knowledge and networking skills by joining one or more of our student organizations, like the Agribusiness Student Association, and trying out for our intercollegiate quiz bowl teams.
We also offer an integrated program that allows you to earn your B.S. in Agribusiness and your Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in as little as five years.
A Minor in Agricultural Economics is also available.

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B.S. in Agribusiness

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Sample 4-Year Plan

Agribusiness (B.S.)/Business Administration (MBA)

Degree Plan

Sample Five-Year Plan

Earning your agribusiness degree will prepare you for the many career fields on the business side of the agriculture industry. The practical experience you gain will also give you an advantage when it comes to applying for jobs or graduate school.

Your employment opportunities will include farm and ranch management, agriculture sales, agricultural banking and lending, commodity trading, feedlot management, and agricultural product retail and wholesale.

Program Faculty

Our faculty are also industry professionals ready to teach you the latest trends in agribusiness. You’ll also have the chance to work with them on research projects, and our small class sizes mean you get the individual attention you deserve.

Career Opportunities

Agribusiness career opportunities are plentiful throughout the agriculture industry. Our graduates are employed by the Texas Department of Agriculture, Capital Farm Credit and Hillshire Brands, as well as in agricultural product sales, ranch and feedlot management, and agricultural banking.

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Our Courses

Gain practical experience in business and ranch management, agriculture sales, marketing and finance at our Management, Instruction and Research Center. It includes our 6,000-acre ranch and several dedicated lab facilities.

Agriculture (AG) and Agricultural Economics (AGEC) Course Descriptions

Business Administration Course Descriptions