Agricultural Business

Why should I major in Agricultural Business?

Agricultural business prepares graduates for careers as decision makers who successfully apply business management concepts. Four concentrations allow students to better position themselves for opportunities in agribusiness management, agricultural marketing in domestic and international arenas, pre-law, public policy and entry into graduate school. The agribusiness risk management concentration is a fully online program. 

What can I do with a degree in Agricultural Business?

There are multiple career options for an Agricultural Business graduate. Depending on the concentration area chosen, graduates can be employed in any facet of the agricultural business field. 

  • Agriculture Banking
  • Commodities Merchandising
  • Ag Marketing Specialist
  • Policy/International Trade

What does an Agricultural Business major study?

Courses of study for Agricultural Business majors vary depending on the concentration area. Students should select a concentration that best matches their interests.

Course requirements for Agricultural Business concentrations can be found in the UA Course Catalog. There are also printable PDFs of the checksheets and semester-by-semester degree plans available in Box.

How can an Agricultural Business student be involved?

The Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Department and the University offer a variety of outlets for students to gain professional development experiences.

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Quick Facts

Department:
Agricultural Economics & Agribusiness

Average Starting Salary:
$55,036*

Graduate School & Employment Placement Rate:
83.6%*

Internship Required:
No

Commonly Paired Minors:
Animal Science, Food Science, Crop Science, Agricultural Communication, Poultry Science

*Based on most recent Career Development Center Outcomes Report


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