Agricultural Business Management Major [ALES]

This major develops graduates with the abilities required of business professionals working within the agri-food industry. Graduates develop an appreciation of the importance of both scientific and economic relationships involved in agriculture. Graduates also fully understand and appreciate the business management skills needed to manage organizations effectively and efficiently within this sector.

Students choosing Agricultural Business Management are challenged with courses in agricultural business management, as well as courses in agricultural science, including animal, plant and soil sciences. Graduates of this major are well prepared for a management career in the agri-food industry. Graduates qualify to apply to be Articling Agrologists which can lead to status as Professional Agrologists.