Degree Information
The Degree of Master of Agribusiness
This professional curriculum is designed to provide a broad preparation for economic, financial, and marketing analysis of agribusiness, food and fiber industry decisions. To further enhance their career preparation, a student may avail himself/herself of traditional University strengths in a wide range of supporting areas and departments. The Master of Agribusiness (MAB) degree program is non-thesis, interdisciplinary and jointly administered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the Mays Business School. Program administration includes a Program Director, Program Executive Committee and an Intercollegiate Faculty. This program is one of a select cadre of national programs designed to successfully cut across the business and agriculture disciplines to focus on food and agribusiness management.
The requirements of the Master of Agribusiness degree are flexible to meet the needs and goals of a student. Enrollees who have taken business courses as undergraduates will be able to build on what they learned in these foundation courses and specialize their training to pursue specific career goals. Those who have not completed these foundation courses may complete them as part of their degree program. A student will work closely with his/her advisory committee in developing a program to meet his/her unique backgrounds and career goal.