Agribusiness (BS)
Begin your journey in agribusiness and be the bridge from farm to the dinner table.
The Business of Agriculture
Prepare for a career in the exciting field of agribusiness where agriculture and business merge. In your studies, you will gain technical knowledge of agricultural sciences as well as learn business administration, marketing management, finance and economics. As a graduate, you will qualify for a variety of business and government careers including those in agricultural finance, ranch management and in federal agencies. You will also be able to pursue advanced studies in several fields including graduate degrees in agribusiness, agricultural and applied economics, and business administration at other universities.
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Is this Program a Good Fit for You?
Agribusiness students are typically interested in:
- Commodity trading
- Agribusiness management
- Sales
- Market forecasting and reporting
- Financial analysis
- Commercial banking
See Yourself Succeed with a Degree in Agribusiness
Grow Your Passion for Agriculture
East Texas A&M has one of the top hands-on agricultural programs in Texas. Explore horticulture, wildlife, livestock herds and more through exciting experiential learning and modern facilities.
Join the Family
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is a growing family with a supportive student culture, including multiple student organizations and competitive judging and show teams.
Career Readiness
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources puts you front and center to potential employers by fostering positive relationships and maintaining a strong public presence throughout the agricultural industry.
Accomplished Faculty
Work with professors who have ambitious research agendas solving problems on the farm, increasing nursery efficiency and improving worker safety.
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Internship opportunities
Internship experience provides the foundation employers are often looking for. Internships are offered as optional credit for this program and can be an important part of your education experience. These are just a few of the companies that partner with Student Career Preparedness and offer opportunities for East Texas A&M agribusiness students.
Alumni Profiles
Minors
- Animal Science
- Equine Science
- Agronomy
- Horticulture
- Marketing
- Management
- Agriculture
- Agricultural Education
- Food Studies
- Accounting
- Finance
What You Will Learn
You will learn to integrate proficiency in business administration, marketing management, finance and economics with the technical knowledge of agricultural sciences. You will be prepared to take an interdisciplinary hands-on approach to agribusiness problems and practices whether in advanced studies or as a leader in the agribusiness workforce.
Courses to Prepare You for Your Career
- Agricultural Marketing
- Farm Management
- Agricultural Economics
- Farm Management
- Agricultural Finance
- Agricultural Statistics
- Agricultural Policy
- Natural Resources and Environmental Economics
- Commodity Futures and Options
Course Delivery and Resources
Our programs are designed to be flexible, meeting the needs of working professionals who want the convenience of a fully online degree, full-time students who prefer face-to-face classes and blended options for those who need the convenience of both.
Student Organizations
Student organizations encourage fellowship among students in both agribusiness and agricultural and applied economics. We provide students with unique networking and professional opportunities and experiences.
Undergraduate Program Costs
Program Costs
Tuition and fees for undergraduate students taking 12 credit hours are $4,212 for Texas residents and $9,108 for non-residents.
