DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 2 YEAR

DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 2 YEAR

The Diploma in Agriculture Business Management (DABM)

 

Year 1: Foundation in Agriculture and Business

  1. Introduction to Agriculture and Agribusiness

    • Basics of agriculture and agribusiness

    • Importance of agribusiness in the economy

    • Key players in the agricultural sector

  2. Principles of Agricultural Economics

    • Introduction to economics in agriculture

    • Supply and demand in agricultural markets

    • Cost and revenue analysis

  3. Fundamentals of Business Management

    • Basic concepts of management

    • Organizational structure and functions

    • Strategic planning in business

  4. Agricultural Marketing

    • Marketing principles and strategies

    • Market structures and agricultural commodities

    • Role of cooperatives and agribusiness firms

  5. Financial Accounting and Management

    • Basics of accounting principles

    • Financial planning and budgeting

    • Investment analysis in agriculture

  6. Agricultural Production Management

    • Crop and livestock production systems

    • Resource management in agriculture

    • Sustainable agricultural practices


Year 2: Advanced Concepts and Practical Applications

  1. Rural Development and Extension Services

    • Principles of rural development

    • Role of extension services in agriculture

    • Community engagement and participatory approaches

  2. Agribusiness Operations Management

    • Supply chain management in agriculture

    • Risk management and insurance in agribusiness

    • Quality control and assurance

  3. Agricultural Policy and Planning

    • Government policies on agriculture and agribusiness

    • International trade and agricultural economics

    • Policy analysis and impact assessment

  4. Entrepreneurship in Agriculture

    • Business planning for agricultural enterprises

    • Innovation and technology in agribusiness

    • Case studies of successful agribusiness models

  5. Agri-Finance and Credit Management

    • Sources of agricultural finance

    • Credit management in agribusiness

    • Financial risk assessment

  6. Field Practicum / Internship

    • On-the-job training in agribusiness settings

    • Case studies and field reports

    • Practical exposure to real-world agricultural enterprises


Assessment Methods:

  • Written examinations

  • Project work and case studies

  • Field reports and presentations

  • Business simulations and group discussions

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