Bachelor of Business (Agribusiness)
La Trobe University
About
Join the exciting world of agribusiness.
Australia's food and fibre sector has grown into a global export industry.
Agribusiness professionals with the skills and knowledge to respond to changing and emerging international markets are needed.
La Trobe's Bachelor of Business (Agribusiness) gives you the business, economic and financial expertise to meet this demand.
You'll also develop sought-after skills in the emerging areas of digital business and business analytics.
Course subjects are delivered at different regional La Trobe campuses, so you'll gain unique insights into how agribusiness operates across different Victorian regions.
You'll also gain hands-on experience in real-world agribusiness industries, ranging from farms to multinationals.
You'll learn:
Agribusiness management Explore the concepts, processes, ideas, issues and experiences of agribusiness managers and management.
Economic issues and public policy Analyse current economic issues and develop appropriate public policy responses to them.
Sustainability Understand the complex interactions between the environmental, economic and social dimensions of sustainability Business data analysis Gain an introduction to statistical literacy and apply statistical concepts to critical business problems and major social issues.
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.
Structure
First year
| Semester | BUS1SBY | BUS1AFB | AGR1AAS | OPTION* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Sustainability | Principles of Accounting and Finance | Introduction to Animal and Agricultural Sciences | 2nd major core subject, minor or Level 1 elective (15 cp)* |
| Semester 2 | Economic Issues and Public Policy | Analysing Business Data | Agribusiness Management | 2nd Major core subject or Level 1 elective (15 cp)* |
Second year
| Semester | LST2BSL | ECO2ERE | OPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Introduction to Business Law & Ethics | Environmental and Resource Economics | 2nd Major core subject or Level 1 or Level 2 elective (15 cp) | |
| Semester 2 | Trends in Modern Business and Society | Land Management | Agrifinance and Risk Management | 2nd Major core subject or Level 2 elective (15 cp) |
Third year
| Semester | MKT3FFM* | BUS3DIG | OPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Food and Fibre Markets | Digital Business | 2nd Major core subject or Level 3 elective (15 cp) | |
| Semester 2 | Entrepreneurship^ | Water Management | Experiential Learning Project | 2nd Major core subject, minor or Level 3 elective (15 cp) |
Entry requirements
Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last two years)
Prerequisite
VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
HSC: One of English Standard, English Advanced (Band 2), English as an Additional Language or Dialect (Band 3).
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
ATAR (Compulsory)
This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
*N/A: Students not accepted in this category, NC: New course, N/P: Not published (includes categories with less than five students). Learn more about our processes
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) (Current year 12 students exempt)
La Trobe will consider STAT Multiple Choice results for applicants where: the course has an English prerequisite equivalent to VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in English other than EAL, and/or Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in Further Mathematics, and, the course requirements through Work Recognition are not met, or Year 12 or equivalent has not been successfully completed. Refer to STAT page for further information.
Work Recognition (Current year 12 students exempt)
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
Selection rank adjustments
Subject adjustments
VCE: A study score of 25 in any Business, English other than EAL or any Mathematics equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English (EAL) equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
HSC: Applicants who successfully complete one of the following HSC or equivalent Year 12 courses will have their selection rank increased by one point per study: Performance Band 3 in any business subject, English Standard or English Advanced, Mathematics Standard 2, Mathematics, Mathematics Extension 1, Mathematics Extension 2; English as an Additional Language or Dialect (Band 4); any language other than English (Band 2). Overall, selection ranks can be increased by a maximum of five points.
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with higher education study
Prerequisite
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Entire Academic Record (Compulsory)
This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Personal Statement
Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work or community experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
Work Recognition
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
La Trobe will consider STAT Multiple Choice results for applicants where: the course has an English prerequisite equivalent to VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in English other than EAL, and/or Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in Further Mathematics, and, Higher Education studies do not meet the course prerequisites, or the course requirements through Work Recognition are not met, or Year 12 or equivalent has not been successfully completed. Refer to STAT page for further information.
Selection rank adjustments
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
Prerequisite
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Entire Academic Record (Compulsory)
This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Personal Statement
Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work or community experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
Work Recognition
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
La Trobe will consider STAT Multiple Choice results for applicants where: the course has an English prerequisite equivalent to VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in English other than EAL, and/or Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in Further Mathematics, and, VET studies do not meet the course prerequisites, or the course requirements through La Trobe University Work Recognition are not met, or Year 12 or equivalent has not been successfully completed. Refer to STAT page for further information.
Selection rank adjustments
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with work and life experience
Prerequisite
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Entire Academic Record (Compulsory)
This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Personal Statement
Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work or community experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
Work Recognition
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
La Trobe will consider STAT Multiple Choice results for applicants where: the course has an English prerequisite equivalent to VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in English other than EAL, and/or Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in Further Mathematics, and, Higher Education/VET studies do not meet course prerequisites, or the course requirements through Work Recognition are not met, or Year 12 or equivalent has not been successfully completed. Refer to STAT page for further information.
Selection rank adjustments
Subject adjustments
VCE: A study score of 25 in any Business, English other than EAL or any Mathematics equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English (EAL) equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
HSC: Applicants who successfully complete one of the following HSC or equivalent Year 12 courses will have their selection rank increased by one point per study: Performance Band 3 in any business subject, English Standard or English Advanced, Mathematics Standard 2, Mathematics, Mathematics Extension 1, Mathematics Extension 2; English as an Additional Language or Dialect (Band 4); any language other than English (Band 2). Overall, selection ranks can be increased by a maximum of five points.
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
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