MBA - Agribusiness
Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Agribusiness
Earn an Agribusiness Degree from Lincoln University and become a leader in the agricultural and business sectors. Our program equips students with critical thinking and analytical skills essential for success in both national and global agricultural food systems. Taught by expert faculty from the business and agriculture departments, students gain knowledge in agricultural business planning, leadership, and sustainable production practices.
The Agribusiness emphasis also serves students in other majors, providing a strong foundation in business principles for careers in food, fiber, natural resources industries, and government agencies.
At Lincoln University, we prioritize experiential learning to give you a competitive edge in the agribusiness sector. Our program allows you to apply your knowledge, skills, and abilities to real-world challenges, ensuring you're well-prepared for the demands of the industry. Our research farms — including the Organic Alan T. Busby Farm, George Washington Carver Farm, and the FINCA project — serve as living laboratories where you can gain hands-on experience in plant and soil science, environmental science, and livestock production, working with beef cattle, goats, sheep, and swine.
Beyond the classroom, we offer numerous opportunities to broaden your education. You can attend industry conferences, engage with the Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce, and secure internships that connect you directly to the business world. These experiences, coupled with our comprehensive academic curriculum, ensure you're equipped to excel in agribusiness.
Core Courses
The courses offered in this program presume that the student has the basic understanding needed to pursue Management Information Systems studies at the graduate level.
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 543 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| BAD 501 | Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods | 3 |
| BAD 550 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
| BAD 565 | International Business | 3 |
| BAD 570 | Operations and Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| BAD 573 | Organizational Behavior and Administration | 3 |
| BAD 585 | Business Strategy | 3 |
| ECO 525 | Managerial Economics | 3 |
| MKT 526 | Marketing Planning and Strategy | 3 |
| Total Hours | 27 |
Emphasis Area Courses:
Nine semester hours of graduate credit in Agriculture courses* or other approved courses: (Prerequisites for all electives include AGR 101, AGR 102). No more than one special topic course may be used to meet emphasis area requirements.
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AGR 502 | Production Economics | 3 |
| AGR 514 | Agribusiness Management | 3 |
| AGR 522 | International Agriculture Marketing and Trade | 3 |
| AGR 526 | Agriculture Policies | 3 |
| AGR 557 | Agriculture Price Analysis | 3 |
*Courses not offered by Lincoln University's School of Business are not accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
General Graduate Requirements
Admission is open to all undergraduate majors. Applicants to the MBA program may enroll in up to nine hours of graduate courses during their last semester of undergraduate studies if attending Lincoln University.
All applicants must complete 18 credit hours of undergraduate preparatory courses or their approved equivalents with a "C" or better in each course:
- ACC 246 Principles of Accounting I
- ACC 247 Principles of Accounting II
- BAD 310 Principles of Management
- BAD 275 Business Law I
- ECO 202 Microeconomics
- MKT 321 Principles of Marketing
For more information visit Graduate Admissions Requirements.
Lincoln's academic programs are designed specifically to prepare you for a career in the real world. But it's more than just job preparation. Here are some of the professions this degree would prepare you for:
- Sales
- Commodity Marketing
- Farm Management
- Agricultural Consulting
- Policy Analysis
- Commodities Brokerage
- Production Supply Chain Management
- Farm and Ranch Operations
- Food Processing
- Crop Insurance
- Entrepreneurship