The program will be taught with a blended resource-based learning model where Student’s study topics and undertake research autonomously with the support of a supervisor with the support of e-learning resources and assessments which will be done online, or sat physically. The rationale for online engagement is to address the clientele who are working class and might not have the time to travel for physical classes.
Target Group
MSA targets Agricultural Researchers working with Research Institutions and in the private sector, Local Government, and individuals interested in academic growth.
Programme Structure
This programme has three tracks (Rural Development, Plant science and Soil Science) of study or areas of specialty from which a student must choose a single track at the start of the second semester. For semester two and three, students will be required to do elective courses in the chosen track where they will study topics with the support of a supervisor. The courses basically entail comprehensive literature researching and sitting for an exam or a seminar presentation on a piece of independent research on the chosen course. In each course, the student will be expected to write an extensive review of existing and recent scholarly literature related to the proposed research area.
This programme is designed to provide practitioners and professionals with an opportunity to strengthen and diversify their expertise in agriculture-related disciplines. The program is completely web-based and can be completed from anywhere in the world, although students may choose to take courses on the Pullman campus.
Programme Objectives
This program is intended to enable graduates:
September/Advent January/Easter
The Masters in Agribusiness Management and Entrepreneurship (MABE) program will be conducted in four semesters over a period of two years.
Applications are considered from graduates in any field and professionals in mid-career, provided they satisfy prerequisites considered necessary to succeed in a rigorous program of study and research. Holders of at least a Second-Class Lower Honors degree, credit or equivalent qualification in Agriculture, Rural Innovations, Education, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Food Science, zoology, Botany and Biochemistry or in any other subject area judged relevant from a university recognized by Senate. Other requirements 1. Filled Application Forms 2. Three referee letters including at least one Academic Reference. 3. A concept paper in the intended area of research 4. Motivation letter
The programme is based on individual research in either laboratory or field study in agricultural sciences, and presenting a written dissertation. Some cross-cutting courses will be taught in the first semester to enable the student to cope with theoretical knowledge in the discipline. These include; Advanced Research methods, Agricultural Policy Analysis, Applied Statistics, Project Planning and Management, Research ethics and professionalism.