Graduate Diploma in Agribusiness
Improve your standing in agribusiness
Based in the heart of the Australian food, wine and agriculture industry, our agribusiness degrees create future food and agribusiness leaders through a unique mix of business fundamentals, practical experience and global connections.
What will you do?
The Graduate Diploma in Agribusiness gives you the conceptual and practical skills to navigate the complex and ever-expanding global food and agriculture marketplace. You will:
- understand all aspects of the global agri-food sector
- develop general agribusiness management skills such as decision-making, problem-solving and policy analysis
- pursue electives according to your interests and career goals.
Where could it take you?
The agribusiness value chain is one of Australia’s largest and most important industry sectors. When considering the whole chain from production through to retailing, the agribusiness industry currently employs approximately 1.4 million people across Australia and is forecast to continue providing positive labour outlooks for years to come.
With reports indicating there have been as many as six agri-business job openings per graduate, favourable employability outcomes exist for you in the local, national, and global value chain networks, including key areas such as: food retailers, processors, traders, producers, as well as a full range of service providers including financial agencies, agricultural consultancies and input and support suppliers.
The program can also lead into our advanced Master of Agribusiness.
Entry Requirements
Please note: For programs including placements and/or study-related activities in settings where COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory, it is an inherent requirement that all students be fully vaccinated prior to undertaking the placement and/or study-related activity.
From 30 June 2023, in accordance with Australian government requirements, the University will be returning to face-to-face teaching for all students where it is safe and practical to do so. For students with circumstances where it would not be practical or safe to travel to Australia, exemptions may apply. Students are encouraged to regularly check Study in 2023 and International Student Covid-19 FAQ for information and updates.
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information for this program.
I am a:
Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3GD097 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | January, May and September |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | a) Any relevant Agriculture, Food or Business Bachelor degree or equivalent with a minimum of one year full time equivalent work experience supported by their CV, essay and interview. OR b) Any Bachelor degree or equivalent with a minimum of three years full time equivalent work experience supported by their CV, essay and interview OR c) Applicants without a Bachelor degree or equivalent will be considered on the basis of a minimum of seven years full time equivalent work experience supported by their CV, essay and interview. For further information, please contact Craig Johns: craig.johns@adelaide.edu.au. |
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Fees and Scholarships
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I am a:
Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Australian Full-fee place: $37,000
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Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Career Readiness
Students develop advanced skills and understanding in leadership and strategy, business and financial management, global markets and food trends, innovation and global value chains, and professional communication.
This equips them for careers in local, national, and global value-chain networks. A wide variety of roles will be possible with:
- food retailers
- food processors
- banks and financial agencies
- agricultural consultancy services
- research centres
- input suppliers
- government and non-government organisations.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Potential careers
Agriculture, Agricultural Service Industry, Business Manager, Food Industry Worker
Degree Structure
Example Study Plan
| Core courses to the value of 21 units | AGRIBUS 7055: Global Food and Agricultural Markets AGRIBUS 7056: Management and Performance of Global Food Chains AGRIBUS 7060: Innovation Systems and Policy Transformation INTBUS 7015: Cross-Cultural Management and Negotiation COMMGMT 7006: People and Organisations ACCTING 7025: Accounting Essentials for Decision Makers ECON 7200: Economic Principles |
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| Elective courses to the value of 3 units | Courses offered by the University that are available to the student to the value of 3 units. |
Assessment
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Last updated: Wednesday, 28 Sep 2022
