Program Overview

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Bachelor of Agribusiness – BAgribusiness

The Bachelor of Agribusiness is a 3-year undergraduate degree that provides students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the agribusiness industry. The program is designed to equip students with a strong understanding of the business and commercial aspects of farming, as well as the science and technology behind agricultural production.

Overview

The Bachelor of Agribusiness is a world-class qualification that teaches students about farm production systems, supply chain management, marketing, food economies, and international agribusiness. The program provides students with a sound knowledge of land-based systems and agribusiness, along with specialist knowledge in one area of agribusiness. Students will learn to apply and integrate scientific, technological, and business knowledge to meet marketplace demands.

Entry Requirements

To be admitted to the Bachelor of Agribusiness, students must meet the university's entrance requirements. There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification, outside of university admission regulations. However, students are recommended to have credit at NCEA Level 3 (or equivalent) in subjects such as agriculture, horticulture, biology, science, economics, and statistics.

Qualification Structure

The Bachelor of Agribusiness is a 360-credit program that consists of core courses, major courses, electives, and practical work experience. The program is designed to be completed in 3 years of full-time study, but part-time study is also available.

• Core courses: 135 credits
• Major courses: 165-180 credits
• Electives: 45-60 credits
• Practical work experience: 26 weeks

Majors

The Bachelor of Agribusiness offers several majors, including:

• Farm Management
• Horticultural Management
• International Agribusiness

Each major provides students with specialist knowledge and skills in a specific area of agribusiness.

Minors

The Bachelor of Agribusiness also offers several minors, including:

• International Agribusiness

Minors provide students with additional knowledge and skills in a specific area of agribusiness.

Fees and Scholarships

The tuition fees for the Bachelor of Agribusiness vary depending on the student's location and study mode. The estimated tuition fees for 2026 are:

• Domestic students: $7,415 – $8,761
• International students: $38,080 – $42,300

There are also several scholarships and awards available to students, including:

• Allan Kay Undergraduate Memorial Scholarship
• Charles W. R. Smith Memorial Scholarship
• Colliers Rural and Agribusiness Valuation Scholarship
• David Levene Foundation Bursaries
• Demetrians Agricultural Bursary
• Dr Warren Parker and Pāmu Agricultural Scholarship
• Harry Tolley and L J Wild Scholarship
• He Oha Puiaki - Massey University Māori First Year Scholarship
• John Perrin Scholarship
• Ken and Elizabeth Powell Scholarship
• Massey University Undergraduate First Year Scholarship – School Leavers
• McEwan Pacific Student Scholarship
• New to Massey University First Year Student Bachelor of Agribusiness Scholarship
• Peter Densem Undergraduate Scholarship
• Professor Ren Jizhou Scholarship
• Rongotea Lions Club Student Assistance Fund
• Sir John Logan Campbell Agricultural Scholarship
• Sydney Campbell Foundation New to Massey University First-Year Undergraduate Scholarship
• Sydney Campbell Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
• Ted Delahunty Accountancy/Agribusiness Bursary
• Ted Delahunty Agribusiness Scholarship
• The Dorothy Edith Wynyard Agricultural Scholarship
• The Ormond Meat Marketing Scholarship
• Thornton Memorial Dairy Bursary
• Violet Wickham Memorial Bursary
• Waitawhiti Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship
• William Milverton Scholarship
• William Reed Scholarship

Careers and Job Opportunities

The Bachelor of Agribusiness provides students with a wide range of career opportunities, including:

• International marketing
• Economics
• Rural banking
• Government
• Business
• Sales
• Purchasing
• Consultancy
• Farm management
• Farm ownership
• Purchasing manager

Graduates of the Bachelor of Agribusiness are in high demand, and many have jobs before they even graduate. The program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the agribusiness industry, and to make a positive contribution to the sector.