Agricultural Sciences

Agribusiness Courses

Location

Vermilion

Credential

Diploma

Program Length

2 years

Common core courses

No matter the stream you choose, you'll start with exactly the same courses in your first semester.

You'll learn more about the many opportunities in agribusiness. This insight will help you confirm your stream choice, or maybe take you in a different direction within agribusiness. It's some built-in flexibility for you.

You will have more core courses, but from the second semester you'll focus on your stream.

That extends to your choice between an agribusiness practicum or business management and case analysis project.

The complete course list for each stream is below.

Note: Some course codes, numbers and descriptions aren't available yet. They will be posted when approved. In the interim, course titles have been added.

Year 1 Common Core Courses

AC 118 Agribusiness Accounting I - 3 credits

AC 118 introduces the concepts and applications of financial accounting. Topics in AC118 Agribusiness Accounting I include accounting concepts and principles, the recording process, preparing financial statements, internal control, cash and receivables. Prerequisites: Grade XII Math or equivalent. Co-requisites: None

AC 218 Agribusiness Accounting II - 3 credits

AC 218 is a continuation of AC 118. Topics included in AC 218 Agribusiness Accounting II are: inventories; capital assets; current liabilities; owner's equity in partnerships and corporations; analyzing financial statements; the statement of cash flows, and accounting information systems. Prerequisites: AC 118. Co-requisites: None

AE 100 Microeconomics - 3 credits

This course deals with the economic principles underlying production, markets, and the national economy. Agricultural examples are used throughout. Pre/co-requisites: None

AG 100 Introduction to Agribusiness - 3 credits

Introduction to Agribusiness provides students a look into the world of Agribusiness and what role it plays within the Agricultural Value Chain. Students develop skills to apply for a job / position, evaluate resources and sources of information, communicate in a professional setting and explore personal finance practices and credit sources. Pre/co-requisites: none.

AG 101 Applied Technology in Agribusiness- 3 credits

Current and emerging trends in technology and tech tools as they relate to the agriculture industry are explored and discussed. Students identify new technologies and assess their usefulness in a variety of agribusiness settings. Pre/co-requisites: none

BA 333 Agribusiness Simulation - 3 credits

This course bridges the gap between learned theory and applied practices. Students are able to utilize a software program and make decisions as agricultural business managers in a team environment. Leadership practices, human resources, and financial analysis are all covered. Pre/co-requisites: None

CO 265 Organizational Behaviour - 3 credits

This course offers an opportunity for agribusiness students to improve their skills in oral communication and to effectively participate in a team environment. During the course students explore leadership, working in groups and the importance of team diversity. Students have the opportunity to make presentations to the class. Prerequisite: CO 165.Corequisites: None.

MA 140 Agribusiness Mathematics - 3 credits

Solving practical financial and mathematical problems encountered in the business world is the focus of this course. It reviews the mathematics of ratios, percentage, and basic algebra and their applications to business problems. The principle of the time value of money is covered in depth with its important applications to finance, investments and capital budgeting. Use of financial calculators is emphasized throughout. Prerequisite: Grade XII Math or equivalent. Co-requisites: None

Year 2 Common Core Courses

AE 210 Farm Tax & Succession Plan - 3 credits

The main features of income taxation for farm businesses. Also covers business organizations and estate planning including tax implications. Prerequisites: AC 118 & AE 202. Co-requisites: None

AE 231 Agricultural Finance Management - 3 credits

This course focuses on applying economics and financial management concepts to agricultural enterprises. Students learn about the time value of money, economic and financial analysis, budgeting, and other management tools. Practical assignments using Office 365 products enhance their skills enabling students to gain the knowledge and proficiency to make informed decisions and contribute to the success of agricultural businesses. Prerequisites: AC 118 & AC 218. Co-requisites: none.

New for fall 2023. Replacing AE 230 in Agribusiness year 2.

AG 201 Data-driven Decision Making - 3 credits

This course is an introductory class in agricultural data collection and decisions based on data currently available in Western Canada. Discussions will involve the understanding of the volume of agricultural data being collected, the ethics involved with data collection, process of data collection: extrapolate and current data. The objective of the course is encompassing the concept of what constitutes a well-constructed inquiry and acquiring the knowledge to make decisions based on gathering data, ensuring the reduction of risk in the management process and attainment of long-term sustainability. Prerequisites: AG 100 and BA 245. Corequisites: none

AG 202 Agricultural Risk Management - 3 credits

In this course students will explore principles and concepts of agricultural risk management in Canadian agriculture. They will learn to define key terms, assess risks, and utilize risk management tools enabling them to conduct practical risk assessments on farm enterprises. This will help to safeguard your future in the dynamic agricultural sector. Prerequisites: AE 230. Corequisites: none.

BA 171 Agricultural Sales - 3 credits

BA 171 is an examination of the personal qualities and skills required of an agricultural salesperson. The course includes exploration of the motivations underlying the buying decision, the techniques and theory utilized in the preparation of the sales presentation, and a review of the elements of a sales plan. Role-playing and case studies are used to demonstrate sales and leadership techniques. Pre/co-requisites: None

BA 375 Business Management & Case Analysis - 3 credits

Students integrate the knowledge and skills they have learned in a functioning business setting. The analysis of business cases, implementation of various management practices, and critical thinking is crucial. Students are exposed to external clients, resources, and expertise to expand their knowledge, skills, and relationships in business. Prerequisites: Students must pass all first year Agribusiness courses before enrolling in the Business Management and Case Analysis course in the second year of Agribusiness. Pre/co-requisites: None

BA 376 Ag Venture Development - 3 credits

Students integrate the knowledge and skills they have learned from previous courses and experiences in a functioning business setting. Students experience the entire process of building and presenting a comprehensive business plan for a new business venture, for the expansion / betterment of an existing small or medium size business or on the succession of an existing business to a new owner. Prerequisites: BA 375. Co-requisites: None

BA 377 Agribusiness Industry Practicum - 3 credits

Second Year Agribusiness and Double Diploma students are placed in approved agricultural enterprises for a minimum three-week period immediately after the successful completion of their first-year studies or after the completion of another agricultural diploma. They gain practical experience in a working environment. This on-site experience is followed up with a formal presentation in the middle of the Fall Semester. Prerequisites: All first year Agribusiness courses, or a diploma in Animal Science Technology or Crop Technology. Corequisites: none.

LA 277 Agricultural Law & Policy - 3 credits

This course introduces the learner to select elements of the legal and political environment that plays a significant role in agribusiness. It provides students with the tools to understand and analyze both current and future agricultural laws and policies. Pre/co-requisites: None

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Agrifood and tourism stream

The 2024-25 intake is the final offering of the agrifood and tourism stream. It's been permanently cancelled, starting with the 2025-26 intake.

Year 1 additional required courses

AG 102 Agriculture Value Chain Management - 3 credits

Course under development. New course fall 2022.

Year 2 additional required courses

AG 200 Agricultural Advocacy - 3 credits

This course is designed to give the students the resources to advocate for the agriculture industry and its sustainability. This course will provide the students with tools to act as advocates in addition to supporting producers in advocating and communicating about agriculture with the public and policy makers. This course will look at current issues facing the relationships between consumers, the public, policy makers and their communities. Emphasis will be placed on the students taking the tools they have learned and applying them through in class debates, utilizing resources available through industry and volunteering with community agricultural education programs. Prerequisites: all first year Agricultural Sustainability courses. Corequisites: none.

MK 303 Public Relations & Event Management - 3 credits

This course allows students to explore public relations and event management as they pertain to careers in the agricultural industry. This course utilizes and builds upon knowledge obtained in MK 302. Prerequisite: MK 302. Co-requisites: None

TR 207 Agritourism and Local Food - 3 credits

Course under development. New course fall 2022.

You choose either AG 200 or MK 303

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Finance stream

Year 1 additional required courses (choose one)

AE 300 Grain, Oilseeds and Pulse Crop Marketing - 3 credits

This course provides an in-depth analysis of both the pricing and delivery options available to the farm manager. Students learn how to analyze the grain, oilseed, and pulse crop markets. Prerequisite: AE 100. Co-requisites: None

AN 212 Introduction to Livestock Nutrition - 3 credits

Students learn the principles and practices of nutrition as they apply to large animals. Each nutrient class is studied in relation to its function, deficiency and requirement in the body. Nutrient requirements for maintenance, growth, and production are applied through the formulation of diets for beef, dairy, swine, and horses. Students work through practical feeding programs based on economics and available feeds. Pre/co-requisites: None

AN 315 Beef Production - 3 credits

This course is designed to provide the student with a working knowledge of the beef industry in Canada. The main focus of the course is on beef cow-calf and feedlot operations. Topics include cattle types, animal handling facilities, feeding management, seasonal activities, genetics and breeding programs, economics, and marketing. Emphasis is placed on knowledge for employment and enterprise management decision-making. Pre/co-requisites: None

AN 330 Dairy Cattle Production - 3 credits

This course is a general overview of dairy production. Topics discussed include supply management, equipment and milking systems, the lifecycle of dairy cattle, the importance of milk quality and food safety and the economics of dairy production. DHI reports and their usefulness in herd management are also discussed. Pre/co-requisites: None

CR 242 Weed & Herbicide Management - 3 credits

This is a course in weed biology, ecology and identification. The integration of common cultural, biological and herbicide weed management practices with the entire cropping system is discussed. Herbicide types, modes of action and responsible use of herbicides is included. Pre/co-requisites: None

Year 2 additional required courses

AG 203 Agricultural Finance and Markets - 3 credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of agricultural markets, interest rates, factors influencing the markets, managing risks, contingency plans, commodity markets, supply and demand determining market prices, stocks, stock exchange and other financial management tools to navigate the complexities of agricultural markets and make informed decisions in this sector. Assignments use Office 365 programs such as Excel, Word, and Power Point. Prerequisites: AG 100 & BA 245. Corequisites: none.

BA 245 Personal Financial and Lending - 3 credits

This course provides the foundations of personal financial planning in a rigorous conceptual and practical framework and a thorough coverage of all major aspects of family and individual personal finances ranging from budgeting to estate planning. Students acquire expertise in preparing a personal financial plan. Pre/co-requisites: None

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Marketing stream

Year 1 Additional Required Courses

MK 303 Public Relations & Event Management - 3 credits

Year 2 Additional Required Courses

MK 303 Public Relations & Event Management - 3 credits

MK 304 Internet Marketing & e-Commerce - 3 credits

This course offers students the opportunity to expand their knowledge in various areas of media related to agricultural businesses. Pre/co-requisites: None

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Production stream

Year 1 Additional Required Courses (choose one)

AE 300 Grain, Oilseeds and Pulse Crop Marketing - 3 credits

AN 212 Introduction to Livestock Nutrition - 3 credits

AN 315 Beef Production - 3 credits

AN 330 Dairy Cattle Production - 3 credits

CR 242 Weed & Herbicide Management - 3 credits

Year 2 Additional Required Courses

AG 200 Agricultural Advocacy - 3 credits

CR 188 Range & Forage Management - 3 credits

This course introduces the student to soil science and productivity; it focuses on plant structure and functions, grazing management and techniques for rangeland and pastures, and forage and field crop management. Pre/co-requisites: None

CR 216 Diversified Crop Production - 3 credits

This course focuses on the major agronomic practices in the management of various specialty crops. The practices include plant growth requirement, field operations, varietal considerations, and soil conservation measures. Pre/co-requisites: None

You choose either CR 188 or CR 216

Agribusiness Courses

Common core courses

AC 118 Agribusiness Accounting I - 3 credits

AC 218 Agribusiness Accounting II - 3 credits

AE 100 Microeconomics - 3 credits

AG 100 Introduction to Agribusiness - 3 credits

AG 101 Applied Technology in Agribusiness- 3 credits

BA 333 Agribusiness Simulation - 3 credits

CO 265 Organizational Behaviour - 3 credits

MA 140 Agribusiness Mathematics - 3 credits

AE 210 Farm Tax & Succession Plan - 3 credits

AE 231 Agricultural Finance Management - 3 credits

AG 201 Data-driven Decision Making - 3 credits

AG 202 Agricultural Risk Management - 3 credits

BA 171 Agricultural Sales - 3 credits

BA 375 Business Management & Case Analysis - 3 credits

BA 376 Ag Venture Development - 3 credits

BA 377 Agribusiness Industry Practicum - 3 credits

LA 277 Agricultural Law & Policy - 3 credits

Agrifood and tourism stream

AG 102 Agriculture Value Chain Management - 3 credits

AG 200 Agricultural Advocacy - 3 credits

MK 303 Public Relations & Event Management - 3 credits

TR 207 Agritourism and Local Food - 3 credits

Finance stream

AE 300 Grain, Oilseeds and Pulse Crop Marketing - 3 credits

AN 212 Introduction to Livestock Nutrition - 3 credits

AN 315 Beef Production - 3 credits

AN 330 Dairy Cattle Production - 3 credits

CR 242 Weed & Herbicide Management - 3 credits

AG 203 Agricultural Finance and Markets - 3 credits

BA 245 Personal Financial and Lending - 3 credits

Marketing stream

Year 1 Additional Required Courses

MK 303 Public Relations & Event Management - 3 credits

Year 2 Additional Required Courses

MK 303 Public Relations & Event Management - 3 credits

MK 304 Internet Marketing & e-Commerce - 3 credits

Production stream

Year 1 Additional Required Courses (choose one)

AE 300 Grain, Oilseeds and Pulse Crop Marketing - 3 credits

AN 212 Introduction to Livestock Nutrition - 3 credits

AN 315 Beef Production - 3 credits

AN 330 Dairy Cattle Production - 3 credits

CR 242 Weed & Herbicide Management - 3 credits

Year 2 Additional Required Courses

AG 200 Agricultural Advocacy - 3 credits

CR 188 Range & Forage Management - 3 credits

CR 216 Diversified Crop Production - 3 credits

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