BSc(Hons) Agri-Food Business Management

• Bachelor

  Degree

• English

  Language of instructions

• 3 years

  Years of study

• Full-time

  Study mode

• United Kingdom, Cirencester

  Location

The supply chain between the agricultural production of food, trading, processing, packaging, distribution and consumption is used by everyone. The resilience, innovation and security of these supply chains are critical in ensuring a sustainable economy, climate and population. The programme seeks to provide an academic experience with a strong emphasis on development of business knowledge, skills and capabilities appropriate to the global agri-food supply chain business. This programme develops the student’s awareness of management of the agri-food supply chain. This management development focuses on the management of Agriculture, horticulture, food science, food technology, nutrition and rural environmental science businesses and industries for the sustainable generation of food using the terrestrial biosphere. This management degree is designed to develop the knowledge and skills of those who are involved in a range of these management activities. • A focus on the agri-food industry which will provide students with the knowledge and skills they need for a career in wide range of sectors, such as the agriculture, food and associated supply chain sectors; • Accreditation by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) gives students a professionally internationally recognised qualification (Level 6 Certificate in Management and Leadership) alongside their degree; • Accreditation by the Institute of Enterprise and Entrepreneurs (IOEE) gives students a level 6 - Professional Diploma in Entrepreneurship (when taking Entrepreneurship modules at all levels); • The programme draws on current academic theories and concepts across the portfolio of modules to deliver a student centric curriculum; • A programme wide developmental approach to the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and UN Global Compact; • Throughout the course there are regular opportunities to engage with a range of practising managers, organisations, employers and entrepreneurs and take part in work related experiences and internships; • Programme of guest speakers which will enhance students’ learning and links with the business community; • Opportunity to study abroad without extending the length of the degree; and • Use of ‘real life’ (live) projects in assessments gives practical application of the theory. The Royal Agricultural University has a strong reputation for developing highly-skilled, sought-after, employable graduates from within the rural economy and also from a diverse range of backgrounds. The University and the School of Business and Entrepreneurship has links with a wide range of businesses, through our local Growth Hub, Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise partnership and 175 years of successful Alumni.