Program Overview

Business Management (DipTech) Program

The Business Management (DipTech) program at Dalhousie University is designed to provide students with practical business skills tailored for the agriculture and food sectors, preparing them for a dynamic career in management.

Program Overview

The program is offered by the Faculty of Agriculture on the Agricultural Campus in Truro, Nova Scotia. Students will acquire business skills like accounting, writing, and decision-making, while exploring topics relevant to their chosen specialization in Dairy Farming or Agriculture.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this program, students must meet the minimum academic criteria:

• Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
• Achievement of the minimum average for their program of choice
• Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course)

Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive, and meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Program-Specific Admission Requirements

Undergraduate admission requirements vary based on previous education and intended program of study at Dalhousie. International students must meet additional requirements.

Financial Information

A university education is a significant financial investment. Dalhousie offers competitive tuition, a robust scholarship and bursary program, and resources to help students explore financial options and develop a plan that works for them.

Program Options

The Department offers a two-year Diploma in Business Management (DBM) with specializations in Dairy Farming or Agriculture.

What You Will Learn

Every student in the Business Management Diploma program receives a broad business education, taking courses in:

• Business Math
• Writing for Business
• Accounting

Students will also learn in detail about their chosen field (Agriculture or Dairy Farming) through sample courses such as:

• Utilization of Plant Resources
• Forage-Based Cropping Systems
• Agricultural Manager I (for Agriculture specialization)
• Dairy Industry I
• Animal Feed and Nutrition Management
• Managing Dairy Milking Systems and Housing Facilities (for Dairy Farming specialization)

Workplace Readiness certificates, including WHMIS, First Aid, OH&S, and a Farm Health & Safety Management Certificate, are also required.

Careers

Graduates will be prepared to explore a range of career options in their chosen specialty, including:

• Farm manager
• Agri-food sales
• Agri-food technician
• Dairy farmer
• Herdsperson
• Dairy industry sales

Future studies could include more detailed diploma-level programs or completing a Bachelor of Science with a major in Agricultural Business.