Agricultural Business (BSc Agr)
Cultivate your career in agricultural business with skills in management and innovation, leading to opportunities in agribusiness and food production.
Why choose this program?
This applied business program will provide plenty of hands- on, scientific learning opportunities, including practical experience in the lab and in the field.
This program is offered on our Truro campus, which boasts small class sizes and modern facilities. You’ll gain specialized skills in the agri-food industry, a growing field locally and internationally, with graduates in high demand.
Graduates of this program are eligible for membership in Agrologists in Canada.
Admission requirements
Minimum admission requirements
To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria:
- Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
- Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice.
- Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).
Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Program-specific admission requirements
Minimum overall average: 75%
Academic English 12
Pre-calculus Math 12*
Three additional academic subjects
Financial information
A university education is a significant financial investment. Every student is unique, and so are their financial circumstances. We offer competitive tuition, a robust scholarship and bursary program, and resources and support to help you explore financial options and develop a plan that works for you.
Program options
At Dalhousie’s Agricultural campus in Truro, you will have access to labs and outdoor classrooms to gain real-world experience. Take your education one step further with our 5-year honours program, which gives you the opportunity to research and write a thesis on a topic of your interest.
If you are studying in related area, consider customizing your degree with a minor in Agricultural Business Management. Demonstrated knowledge of business principles in the agri-food sector will help you stand out in the job market.
The following Agricultural Business program options are offered by Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Agriculture. Connect with an academic advisor after you start your studies to explore options such as
Bachelor of Science Agriculture with Major
Bachelor of Science Agriculture with Honours
Minor in Agricultural Business Management (see Admissions Requirements for eligibility)
Other minors including Agricultural Economics, Animal Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.
What you will learn
The Agricultural Business major offers core business courses, as well as courses specific to the agricultural market that will serve you well in your career. You will learn basic marketing, accounting, and economics principles and gain an understanding of policies and best practices related to value chain management operations.
Sample courses may include:
Agricultural Ecosystems
Principles of Microeconomics
Introduction to Business
Marketing,
Financial Accounting
Introduction to Statistics
Financial Management
Agribusiness Value Chain Management
Research Methods in Agriculture
Issues in Agribusiness Sustainability,
Strategic Management
Advanced Entrepreneurship
Careers
With one in eight Canadian jobs found in the agri-food industry, you will have many career options to choose from. You will also be well-equipped to apply to roles outside of this sector.
Graduates have the knowledge and skills to work in a variety of sectors such as agri-food businesses, federal and provincial governments, consulting firms, and financial institutions.
Future studies may include programs at the graduate level in business administration, agricultural science, and finance.
