Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences Honours Degree in Agricultural Economics
Programme Description
To equip students with specific professional skills in applied agricultural economics, policy analysis, problem solving and entrepreneurial skills required to maximise the performance and viability of...
To equip students with specific professional skills in applied agricultural economics, policy analysis, problem solving and entrepreneurial skills required to maximise the performance and viability of agriculture.
To produce graduates who demonstrate a high level of competence that will enable them to set up viable agribusinesses and be employable in public or private sectors of the economy in professional, managerial or executive positions.
At the end of this programme students should be able to provide technical expertise, consultancy and support in matters relating to agricultural policy formulation, economic analysis, agribusiness management and modelling of natural resource utilisation.
To produce graduates who demonstrate a high level of competence that will enable them to set up viable agribusinesses and be employable in public or private sectors of the economy in professional, managerial or executive positions.
At the end of this programme students should be able to provide technical expertise, consultancy and support in matters relating to agricultural policy formulation, economic analysis, agribusiness management and modelling of natural resource utilisation.
Career Opportunities
1. Agribusiness Manager
2. Agricultural Economist
3. Farm Manager
4. Policy Analyst
Entry Requirements
5 ‘O’ Level passes including English Language and Mathematics and at least 2 ‘A’ level passes in any two commercial or science subjects or their recognised equivalents: Mathematics, Economics, Agriculture, Biology, Geography, Business Studies/Management of Business, Accounts, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics and Food Science OR A relevant National Diploma or its equivalent.
Agricultural Sciences
Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness.
Dean: Dr. Mlamuleli Mhlanga
mmhlanga@lsu.ac.zw
+263 812 856 976
Lupane State University Main Campus