Programme Info
The Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) Agri-Business programme has been developed on the fundamental assumption that agriculture is business. Thus, agricultural ventures must, therefore, be well managed in order to achieve the desired goals especially in the ever-changing global economy.
Objectives
The EMBA programme in Agri-Business seeks to:
- Prepare candidates to carry out the duties and responsibilities in government and industrial establishments, statutory corporations and parastatals as they relate to the business of agriculture.
- Help students acquire leadership skills, human relations, analytical, evaluative, qualitative and communicative skills needed for management of agribusinesses.
- Expose students to integrative, interdisciplinary and dynamic nature of business and administrative processes especially as they relate to agricultural undertakings.
Scope
The EMBA programme in Agri-Business cuts across various areas in agribusiness and industry. Students will complete relevant courses in agribusiness related areas in addition to project work in their areas of interest.
Entry Requirements
Candidates for the EMBA programme in Agri-Business shall have the following:
- Minimum of one (1) year working experience in the industry.
- Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in any relevant discipline.
Admission is twice in a year: April and October.
Mode of Study
The mode of study for the EMBA programme in Agri-Business shall be by course work, organisational case studies, annual attendance of the School’s international conference, and case project report.
Duration
The duration for the Executive MBA programme in Agri-Business shall be four (4) semesters. This is a weekend programme comprising one (1) contact per month over a 5 month period for each semester.
Employment Opportunities
The EMBA programme in Agri-Business prepares students to improve professionalism in business practices and entrepreneurship development. The programme equally trains them to fill middle and senior level management positions in business, commerce, industry, and government. With their education and training, they can set up their own businesses since the programme also emphasises self-employment and consultancy.