Curriculum Overview
The Agribusiness Management program at College of Agribusiness Management follows a meticulously structured curriculum designed to provide students with a holistic understanding of modern agricultural systems and business practices. The curriculum is divided into eight semesters, each building upon the previous one to ensure comprehensive knowledge acquisition and practical skill development.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AGB 101 | Introduction to Agriculture | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 1 | AGB 102 | Basic Economics | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 1 | AGB 103 | Fundamentals of Business Management | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 1 | AGB 104 | Introduction to Agricultural Statistics | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 1 | AGB 105 | Laboratory in Crop Science | 0-0-2-2 | - |
| 2 | AGB 201 | Agricultural Marketing and Trade | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 101, AGB 102 |
| 2 | AGB 202 | Farm Management Principles | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 101 |
| 2 | AGB 203 | Soil Science and Fertility | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 2 | AGB 204 | Water Resource Management | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 2 | AGB 205 | Laboratory in Soil Science | 0-0-2-2 | - |
| 3 | AGB 301 | Agri-Tech Applications | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 201, AGB 202 |
| 3 | AGB 302 | Rural Development Studies | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 3 | AGB 303 | Supply Chain Logistics | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 201, AGB 202 |
| 3 | AGB 304 | Agricultural Finance and Risk Management | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 102 |
| 3 | AGB 305 | Laboratory in Agri-Tech | 0-0-2-2 | - |
| 4 | AGB 401 | Sustainable Agriculture Practices | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 301, AGB 302 |
| 4 | AGB 402 | Climate Resilience in Agriculture | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 301 |
| 4 | AGB 403 | Policy Analysis in Agribusiness | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 201, AGB 202 |
| 4 | AGB 404 | Food Security and Nutrition | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 4 | AGB 405 | Laboratory in Climate Resilience | 0-0-2-2 | - |
| 5 | AGB 501 | Advanced Agri-Tech Innovation | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 301, AGB 401 |
| 5 | AGB 502 | Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 5 | AGB 503 | Research Methodology and Data Analysis | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 104 |
| 5 | AGB 504 | Specialized Elective I: Precision Farming | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 5 | AGB 505 | Laboratory in Precision Agriculture | 0-0-2-2 | - |
| 6 | AGB 601 | Specialized Elective II: Agricultural Policy and Governance | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 403 |
| 6 | AGB 602 | Specialized Elective III: Digital Transformation in Agriculture | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 6 | AGB 603 | Internship Preparation and Career Development | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 6 | AGB 604 | Capstone Project: Agri-Business Innovation Lab | 0-0-4-6 | - |
| 7 | AGB 701 | Advanced Research in Agribusiness | 3-1-0-4 | AGB 503 |
| 7 | AGB 702 | Industry Collaboration and Applied Research | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 7 | AGB 703 | Advanced Capstone Project | 0-0-4-6 | - |
| 8 | AGB 801 | Thesis and Dissertation Preparation | 0-0-0-6 | - |
| 8 | AGB 802 | Final Thesis Presentation | 0-0-0-6 | - |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
The following advanced departmental elective courses are offered to provide depth and specialization in various areas of agribusiness:
- Agri-Tech Applications: This course explores the integration of modern technologies such as sensors, drones, satellite imagery, and AI in agriculture. Students learn how these tools enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve decision-making processes.
- Supply Chain Logistics: Designed to give students a comprehensive understanding of logistics networks in agribusiness. Topics include transportation optimization, inventory management, warehouse operations, and coordination between stakeholders.
- Agricultural Finance and Risk Management: Focuses on financial planning, risk assessment, insurance products, credit systems, and investment strategies tailored for agricultural enterprises.
- Sustainable Agriculture Practices: Covers organic farming methods, integrated pest management, biodiversity conservation, soil health improvement, and environmental stewardship in agriculture.
- Climate Resilience in Agriculture: Examines adaptation strategies to climate variability, water stress mitigation, crop diversification techniques, and resilience-building measures for vulnerable farming communities.
- Policy Analysis in Agribusiness: Introduces students to policy formulation, regulatory frameworks, public-private partnerships, and stakeholder engagement in agricultural development.
- Rural Development Studies: Analyzes rural livelihoods, poverty eradication strategies, infrastructure development, social entrepreneurship, and community-based initiatives aimed at improving quality of life.
- Food Security and Nutrition: Explores issues related to food availability, access, utilization, and nutritional outcomes. Students examine national and global policies aimed at achieving zero hunger.
- Digital Transformation in Agriculture: Investigates digital platforms, mobile apps, e-commerce solutions, blockchain applications, and data analytics used in modern agriculture operations.
- Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness: Encourages innovative thinking and business creation skills. Students learn how to identify opportunities, develop business plans, secure funding, and launch agri-startups.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The program places significant emphasis on project-based learning as a means of bridging theory with practice. Through mini-projects and capstone experiences, students engage with real-world problems faced by the agricultural sector.
Mini-projects are assigned during the second semester and involve small teams working under faculty supervision to solve specific challenges related to farm management or market analysis. These projects help students develop analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is an extended endeavor that allows students to explore a topic of personal interest within the broader scope of agribusiness. Projects can range from designing sustainable irrigation systems to evaluating policy impacts on smallholder farmers.
Students select their projects in consultation with faculty mentors who guide them through research methodologies, data collection techniques, and presentation strategies. The selection process considers student interests, academic performance, and alignment with ongoing research initiatives at the college.