Agribusiness

Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness

Concentrations Offered

Management, Policy and Law, Production

Top 5 Reasons to Study

01

Develop skills to manage resources, assess risk, and make data-driven decisions.

02

Prepare for careers in agribusiness, finance, policy, sales, and beyond.

03

Gain hands-on experience through internships, student competitions, and applied coursework.

04

Build connections with alumni and industry leaders.

05

Position yourself for success in graduate school, law school, or a career in private industry or government.

Core
Skills

  • Evaluate agricultural and natural resource policies to inform effective decision making.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally through reports, presentations, and written analyses.
  • Apply economic modeling, data analytics, and statistical software to analyze markets and systems.
  • Make informed decisions under risk by assessing uncertainty and economic outcomes.
  • Lead and solve problems using market research and forecasting to support strategic planning.

Sample
Jobs

  • Agricultural Sales Representative
  • Farm or Ranch Manager / Agribusiness Owner
  • Extension Educator / Extension Agent
  • Agricultural Economist
  • Farm Loan Officer / Loan Specialist

Successful Career Outcomes

Strong Job Placement Our agribusiness graduates have a 97% job placement.
Now Hiring An average 104,766 job openings per year are projected in food, agriculture, renewable natural resources, and the environment between 2025 and 2030.

Top
Employment
Industries

  • Agribusiness and Finance
  • Government/Policy Analysis
  • Education/Extension
  • Environment/Resource Management
  • Law and Consulting

Brag
Points

  • Fast-track your degree: The agribusiness major features a three-year curriculum, so you can enter the workforce sooner or get a head start on graduate school.
  • Over 100 firms in the Fortune 500 are agribusinesses. Our major’s built-in flexibility provides students with a highly marketable degree.

Experiential Learning Opportunities

As an agribusiness major at Mississippi State University, you’ll learn by doing as you tackle real-world challenges in food and agricultural markets. Through hands-on projects and applied coursework, you’ll build practical experience in financial management, market analysis, and business strategy while exploring how economics influences global trade, policy, and sustainability. You’ll apply your skills in realistic business scenarios—whether working with producers, managing agricultural enterprises, or analyzing policy impacts—preparing you for a wide range of agribusiness careers.

Spotlight

Add value to your degree with an endorsement in Retail or Precision Agriculture or a minor in areas like Accounting, Agronomy, or Finance. Develop analytical, quantitative, and communication skills in management, marketing, and finance through a blend of challenging courses and hands-on learning opportunities.
 

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Alumni
Success

My ag business degree helped inform me about agriculture and business across the spectrum. It was a good base of knowledge that’s helped me throughout my career. 

Brandon Gibson, alumna

Student
Testimonial

Agribusiness gives you the tools to understand markets, make smart business decisions, and create value— whether on the farm, in the boardroom, or in government. 

Spencer Sanderson, student