Master of Agribusiness

Tuition Fee

NZD 51,180

Per year

Start Date

Medium of studying

Duration

12 months

Details

Program Details

Degree

Masters

Timing

Full time

Course Language

English

Tuition Fee

Average International Tuition Fee

NZD 51,180

About Program

Program Overview

Master of Agribusiness – MAgribus

The Master of Agribusiness is an internationally recognised qualification that provides students with the research and professional skills required across the value chain from farm production to agri-food marketing. This degree is designed to address global challenges in the rapidly evolving feed, food, and fibre industries.

Type of Qualification

Master's degree
Level of study: Postgraduate study (NZQF level 9)

Time to Complete

1 year 6 months full-time (180 credits)
Part-time available

Where You Can Study

Distance and online
Manawatū campus (Palmerston North)

International Students

Open to international students on campus in New Zealand

Key Dates

Admission application due dates
Course enrolment dates for accepted students
Semester dates

Study a Master of Agribusiness – MAgribus

Massey’s Master of Agribusiness is a research-focused degree with a dissertation component. The programme aligns itself with agribusiness industries throughout the world, ensuring graduates have the skills and industry knowledge employers want today and in the future.

Key Skills You Will Learn

Advanced knowledge of agribusiness and agri-food value chains
Solving real-world complex problems by application of appropriate methodologies
Communicating clearly the results of investigations
Working effectively in small teams and applying advanced knowledge of agribusiness to effective solutions to agribusiness issues in an ethical and culturally appropriate way

A MAgribus is a Good Fit If You

Achieved at a high level in your undergraduate degree in agri-commerce/agribusiness, business, or agriculture
Achieved a bachelor’s degree or equivalent and have completed at least 3 years of relevant work experience
Would like to investigate and solve real-world complex issues through in-depth research

Entry Requirements

Admission to Massey

All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

Specific Requirements

To enter the Master of Agribusiness, you will have been awarded or qualified for:

A bachelor's degree in agriculture or a business-related subject with a B+ grade average or higher over the qualifying 300-level courses, or equivalent
A bachelor's degree, or equivalent, with a B+ grade average or higher over the qualifying 300-level courses and at least three years of relevant work experience
A Bachelor of AgriCommerce/Agribusiness with Honours with Second Class Honours, Division I or higher or equivalent
A Postgraduate Diploma in Agribusiness with a B+ grade average or higher, or equivalent

Structure of the Master of Agribusiness

The Master of Agribusiness is a parts-based qualification. You must complete the first part before moving to the second.

Part One

Compulsory courses: 45 credits
Elective courses: 45 credits

Part Two

Thesis: 90 credits

Courses and Specialisations

Compulsory Courses

International Agri-Food Marketing Strategies (15 credits)
International Food and Agribusiness Strategies (15 credits)
Research Methods (15 credits)

Elective Courses

Cooperative Governance and Management (15 credits)
Topics in Agricultural Extension and Consultancy (15 credits)
Advanced Farm and Horticultural Management (15 credits)
Global Food Markets and Trade (15 credits)
Environmental Economic Issues (15 credits)

Thesis

Thesis 90 Credit Part 1 (45 credits)
Thesis 90 Credit Part 2 (45 credits)

Fees and Scholarships

2026 Tuition Fees

Domestic students: $11,645
International students: $51,180

Scholarship and Award Opportunities

Alistair Betts Scholarship
Allan and Grace Kay Overseas Scholarship
Ann Sinclair Charitable Trust
C Alma Baker Trust Postgraduate Scholarship
Charles Elgar Scholarship
Dr Eric Ojala Postgraduate Scholarship in Agricultural Policy Research
Johannes August Anderson Postgraduate Scholarship
Massey University Postgraduate Overseas Research Grant
Massey University Postgraduate Scholarship
Noeleen Olson Horticulture Masters Scholarship
Rongotea Lions Club Student Assistance Fund

Careers and Job Opportunities

The Master of Agribusiness prepares students for senior roles in the agribusiness sector. There is a growing demand for professional skills in the primary industries, and graduates can expect to earn more than those with a bachelor’s degree.

What Our Students Say

“I was extremely fortunate to have a supervisory team of leading lecturers in their field, who were incredibly supportive and encouraged me to challenge myself and achieve the most I possibly could…”

Felix Rodriguez-Firpo, Research Technician at DairyNZ and Research Assistant at Massey University, Master of Agribusiness

Related Study Options

Farm Management – Bachelor of Agribusiness
International Agribusiness – Bachelor of Agribusiness
Postgraduate Diploma in Agribusiness – PGDipAgribus

Colleges

Massey Business School
College of Creative Arts
College of Health
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
College of Sciences

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