• A relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses

• If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.

Summary of Regulations

• Students are required to complete 180 credits of taught courses from the Schedule of Courses for the Master of Management in Agribusiness over three semesters (18 months of study).

What's it going to cost?

The Master of Management in Agribusiness is covered by our fee waiver. If you're a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, residing in New Zealand at the time of study, you may be eligible for free tuition fees. Part time study options may be available. Terms and conditions apply. Learn more. 

If you are an international student, see our list of International Fees. 

Students can start studying in either:

• Semester 1 (late February – preferred option)
• Semester 2 (mid-July)

Graduate Attributes refer to the knowledge, skills, and values that you gain from completing your qualification. These high-level qualities will prepare you for career success, further study or research and making a valuable contribution to society in your chosen field.

Knowledge

• Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the elements of the agribusiness environment.
• Identify and critically discuss current and emerging issues facing the agribusiness sector.
• Comprehensively describe and evaluate ownership structures (such as co-operatives) utilised by agribusiness firms.
• Critically discuss agribusiness value chains and competitive strategies utilised by agribusiness.
• Demonstrate a high level of understanding of the theoretical frameworks and techniques utilised in the evaluation of the agribusiness sector.
• Master a range of appropriate research methods and techniques utilised in the analysis of the agribusiness sector.

Skills

• Assess the appropriateness and effectiveness of different agribusiness value chains in different environments.
• Analyse the effectiveness of a range of interventions on various stakeholders within an agribusiness value chain.
• Evaluate agribusiness systems by applying a range of tools and techniques.
• Demonstrate a professional standard of communication and engagement with peers in the agribusiness sector.

Values

• Be committed to the efficient functioning of agribusiness value chains to the benefit of all stakeholders.
• Excellent grasp of professional and ethical agribusiness management practice.
• Acknowledgement of different perspectives, including Maori, and the implications for agribusiness systems.