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Bachelor of Applied Science in Agribusiness Olds College of Agriculture & Technology
Introduction
Give yourself the added advantage towards a rewarding career in the dynamic and global agriculture industry with the Bachelor of Applied Science - Agribusiness degree. This two-year program will equip you with the necessary skills, such as critical thinking, problem solving and collaborative investigation, to solve real-world business challenges.
Through industry focused instruction, you’ll spend the first year on campus learning how to apply business fundamentals such as finance, marketing, strategic business management, human resources, applied research, innovation and leadership. During this time you will also develop communication, networking, teamwork and time management skills while completing projects with classmates and industry clients on relevant current topics.
Work-Integrated Learning: Fourth year students of the Bachelor of Applied Science - Agribusiness program will be required to complete an eight-month Directed Field Study, providing you with a unique opportunity to apply both academic and experiential learning in the workplace with the support of identified industry mentorship.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Scholarships & Student Awards
Olds College offers over 450 awards, valued at $500,000+ in scholarships, bursaries and prizes. Thanks to our industry partners, alumni, and friends of Olds College we are fortunate to offer a generous student awards program to students.
Entrance Awards Available!
Entrance awards range from $250 - $1500 for students applying for the 2022-2023 academic year and have a paid tuition deposit by June 15, 2022.
Curriculum
Term 1
Complete all of the following
- Completed the following:
- MGT3100 - Financial Management (3-0-0 hrs)
- MGT3200 - Project Management for Agriculture (3-0-0 hrs)
- MGT3400 - Strategic Human Resources Management (3-0-0 hrs)
- MGT3600 - Economics and Risk Management (3-0-0 hrs)
- MKG3000 - Strategic Marketing (3-0-0 hrs)
- Completed or concurrently enrolled in:
- BAS3999 - Introduction to Self-directed Learning (3-0-0 hrs)
Term 2
Completed the following:
- BAS3999 - Introduction to Self-directed Learning (3-0-0 hrs)
- MGT3333 - Agricultural Innovation and Leadership (3-0-0 hrs)
- MGT3500 - Applied Research (3-0-0 hrs)
- MKG3500 - International Marketing (3-0-0 hrs)
- MGT4000 - Strategic Business Management (3-0-0 hrs)
Term 3
Completed or concurrently enrolled in:
- BAS4999 - Directed Field Study (0-0-0 hrs)
Term 4
Completed the following:
- BAS4999 - Directed Field Study (0-0-0 hrs
Career Opportunities
Olds College has a solid reputation working with employers in the industry! This directly translates into jobs for our graduates. Opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Financial services
- Agri-services
- Sales and marketing
- Value-added agricultural production
- Government agencies
- Entry level management