Master of Agribusiness & Value Chain Management

Program Goals

  • Provide advanced knowledge in agribusiness management, agricultural economics, and value chain development.
  • Equip students with analytical tools for market analysis, investment planning, and financial risk management.
  • Build capacity to design, manage, and evaluate agricultural value chains for improved competitiveness and sustainability.
  • Foster leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation in agricultural enterprises and organizations.
  • Prepare graduates to contribute to food security, rural transformation, and inclusive economic growth

Description

The MAVCM is a two-year graduate program that blends agricultural economics, agribusiness, and value chain science with practical tools for investment, financial management, marketing, and policy analysis. The curriculum emphasizes applied research, managerial skills, and entrepreneurial innovation. Students gain expertise in crop and livestock value chains, agribusiness organization, international trade, operations research, and risk management. The program also places strong emphasis on research methods, business plan development, and leadership in agribusiness.

Core Courses / Highlights

  • Managerial Economics in Agribusiness
  • Agricultural Marketing & Price Analysis
  • Business Communication and Leadership in Agribusiness
  • Value Chain Analysis and Development
  • Crop Value Chain Development
  • Livestock Value Chain Management
  • Investment Analysis and Business Plan Development

Acquiring Skills

  • Agribusiness Management Skills
  • Value Chain Analysis
  • Market and Trade Analysis
  • Financial and Risk Management
  • Entrepreneurship & Innovation
  • Research and Analytical Skills
  • Leadership & Communication
  • Policy and Development Insight

Career Opportunities

  • Agribusiness enterprises (production, processing, and marketing firms)
  • Government ministries (agriculture, trade, planning, and finance)
  • NGOs and international development organizations (FAO, IFAD, World Bank, USAID)
  • Agricultural cooperatives and producer organizations
  • Private consulting firms in agribusiness and rural development

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (recognized university) in a related subject.
  • Certified transcript of your Bachelor’s studies.
  • Secondary School Certificate or another recognized high school credential.
  • Brief statement of purpose or research interest. (some programmes).
  • Demonstrate English language proficiency.
  • Two recent photos & the online form.
  • 30USD Non-refundable admission fee
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