Agribusiness
Agribusiness
Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness
Concentrations Offered
Management, Policy and Law, Production
Top 5 Reasons to Study
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
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