The document provides an overview of the Master of Agribusiness program at Texas A&M University. The MAB is a 39 credit hour professional degree program offered jointly by the Department of Agricultural Economics and Mays Business School. The program emphasizes applying economic analysis and quantitative methods to strategic decision making in food and agribusiness. Graduates have a high placement rate in careers in areas such as supply chain management, risk management, and policy. The MAB program helps students build skills in business and economics analysis focused on agribusiness and enhances abilities to understand and adapt to changing global agribusiness trends.
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The document provides information about Oklahoma State University's Master of International Agriculture degree program. The 32-credit hour program can be completed in one year and includes courses in international agriculture, a focus area, and a required international experience or internship. Students choose from various focus areas and have the option to complete a thesis or creative component. The program prepares students for careers in areas like sustainability, disaster management, and agriculture around the world.
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This document provides information about Malang, Indonesia and discusses it as a potential market for a study abroad program. It summarizes key details about Malang's population, demographics, academics, and stable economy. Specifically, it notes Malang has over 1 million residents, is known for its universities, and has experienced steady economic growth. The document then outlines a marketing plan and approach for attracting students from Malang to study abroad programs by building interest, trust, and long-term relationships through education fairs, scholarships, and personal interactions.
Jambo A critique on research prioritisation on new bean markets and the youth...futureagricultures
This document outlines research priorities for integrating Malawian youth into bean markets. It finds that while Malawi produces beans, youth face challenges accessing inputs, markets, and skills training. The document recommends shifting research to methods for youth participation in bean seed research, production, and regional trade, to capitalize on opportunities in Malawi's growing bean sector and youth population.
The document provides information about Oklahoma State University's Master of International Agriculture degree program. The 32-credit hour program can be completed in one year and includes courses in international agriculture, a focus area, and a required international experience or internship. Students choose from various focus areas and have the option to complete a thesis or creative component. The program prepares students for careers in areas like sustainability, disaster management, and agriculture around the world.
The document discusses images that have been selected or chosen. It does not provide any other context or details about the images, their content, purpose, or why they were chosen. The single word "Chosen" and the single word "Images" are the only terms included in the document.
The document discusses accountability and responsibility in organizations. It states that "not me" attitudes are often a result of a lack of clarity around who is accountable and responsible for certain tasks. It emphasizes that responsibility is ensuring a task gets done, not necessarily doing it yourself, while accountability is being answerable for the outcome. An organization chart can help provide clarity on responsibilities and accountabilities so that "not me" situations are avoided. The document then lists some HR expertise areas and common issues handled in HR.
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The Master of Agribusiness (MAB) program at Texas A&M University provides a professionally focused degree combining courses from the Department of Agricultural Economics and Mays Business School. The program emphasizes applying economic and quantitative analysis to strategic decision making in agribusiness. Potential career fields include financial analysis, supply chain management, and policy. The MAB program aims to build students' skills in business and economics as they relate to the food and agriculture system and enhance their ability to understand and lead in the dynamic global agribusiness industry. Graduates have high rates of placement within three months in companies such as H-E-B, John Deere, and Sysco.
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Established in 1857, The California State University (Cal State or CSU) is a public university system in California. Composed of 23 campuses and eight off-campus centers enrolling 460,200 students with 24,405 faculty and 23,012 staff. California State University, Sacramento is accredited is by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), making it the top 5% schools worldwide offering business degrees. Additionally, it has received the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation, gaining recognition by the U.S. Department of Education as certifying institutional eligibility for federal funding in several programs, including student access to federal financial aid.
With a strong international network of 3 million alumni, it is America’s largest four-year public University system. Renowned for the quality of its teaching, the California State University prepares students to become leaders in the changing workforce.Find out more about this highly respected MBA at www.asm.edu.sg | call 6720 3333 for more information
The University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business offers a full-time MBA program that provides students an opportunity to join an engaged community, expand their network of over 500,000 alumni, and propel their career forward. Students take core business courses, have opportunities for internships, study abroad programs, and consulting projects with companies. The program aims to maximize students' potential through a top-ranked education and access to employers, with the average McCombs MBA student receiving a starting salary of $113,787 upon graduation.
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The document provides information about the Global Supply Chain Management program at Arkansas State University's campus in Querétaro, Mexico. The program encompasses logistics, planning, and management of all activities involved in product flows from source to customer on an international scale. Students will learn to plan and implement domestic and international supply chain logistics. Graduates will find career opportunities in logistics, e-commerce, purchasing, manufacturing, and international business. The program is accredited by AACSB and outlines required courses in business, supply chain management, general education, and general electives.
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This document summarizes a presentation about developing global trade and international business pathways for California community college students. It discusses trends in global macroeconomics and trade that are creating workforce opportunities. Specifically, it outlines efforts in the Los Angeles region to connect K-12, community colleges, and industry partners to establish articulated course sequences and credentials in global trade and logistics fields. The presentation provides an overview of the roles of sector navigators and deputy sector navigators in coordinating these statewide and regional workforce development initiatives.
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The Johns Hopkins Carey Business School offers a variety of graduate business programs including an MBA, MS degrees, and dual degrees. Its curriculum has an applied focus on areas like enterprise risk management, healthcare management, and real estate. It draws on the expertise of Johns Hopkins' nine divisions and is committed to using business to solve societal problems. The career services office provides individualized support to help students explore careers and land jobs. Merit scholarships are available to applicants in all programs.
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The document summarizes the Master's of Microbial Biotechnology (MMB) program at North Carolina State University. The MMB program is a 2-year interdisciplinary master's program that provides students with training in cutting-edge cell and molecular technology as well as a working knowledge of the biotechnology industry and business components. Students gain hands-on experience through case study projects and internships completed in collaboration with partnering biotechnology companies. Graduates of the MMB program are well-prepared for leadership roles in the biotechnology industry.
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The Master of Agribusiness (MAB) program at Texas A&M University provides a professionally focused degree combining courses from the Department of Agricultural Economics and Mays Business School. The program emphasizes applying economic and quantitative analysis to strategic decision making in agribusiness. Potential career fields include financial analysis, supply chain management, and policy. The MAB program aims to build students' skills in business and economics as they relate to the food and agriculture system and enhance their ability to understand and lead in the dynamic global agribusiness industry. Graduates have high rates of placement within three months in companies such as H-E-B, John Deere, and Sysco.
The document discusses a 1-year international MBA program offered by California State University (CSU). It provides information about CSU, including that it is the largest university system in the US with over 400,000 students and 43,000 faculty. It also notes that over 60% of CSU graduates become teachers in California and that CSU produces over 40% of the state's engineers and technology professionals. The MBA program is aimed at business leaders and utilizes a modular executive format that can be completed on weekends. It focuses on practical learning through case studies and discussions rather than exams. The program provides a global network and is taught by international faculty from top US universities.
Established in 1857, The California State University (Cal State or CSU) is a public university system in California. Composed of 23 campuses and eight off-campus centers enrolling 460,200 students with 24,405 faculty and 23,012 staff. California State University, Sacramento is accredited is by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), making it the top 5% schools worldwide offering business degrees. Additionally, it has received the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation, gaining recognition by the U.S. Department of Education as certifying institutional eligibility for federal funding in several programs, including student access to federal financial aid.
With a strong international network of 3 million alumni, it is America’s largest four-year public University system. Renowned for the quality of its teaching, the California State University prepares students to become leaders in the changing workforce.Find out more about this highly respected MBA at www.asm.edu.sg | call 6720 3333 for more information
The University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business offers a full-time MBA program that provides students an opportunity to join an engaged community, expand their network of over 500,000 alumni, and propel their career forward. Students take core business courses, have opportunities for internships, study abroad programs, and consulting projects with companies. The program aims to maximize students' potential through a top-ranked education and access to employers, with the average McCombs MBA student receiving a starting salary of $113,787 upon graduation.
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The document summarizes a presentation about getting entire college campuses engaged in career development. It discusses external pressures on career services like rising student loan debt and skills gaps. It proposes an integrated approach where all campus resources work together to develop student employability through experiential learning, career advising, and strong employer relations. The presentation outlines a framework with three parts: finding jobs through matchmaking and credentials; managing enrollment through access and completion; and building skills with accountability and curriculum. Several leading universities' models for integrated career development are also reviewed.
The document provides information about the Global Supply Chain Management program at Arkansas State University's campus in Querétaro, Mexico. The program encompasses logistics, planning, and management of all activities involved in product flows from source to customer on an international scale. Students will learn to plan and implement domestic and international supply chain logistics. Graduates will find career opportunities in logistics, e-commerce, purchasing, manufacturing, and international business. The program is accredited by AACSB and outlines required courses in business, supply chain management, general education, and general electives.
The world is changing. So Must You. Be equipped with an AACSB Accredited MBA that offers you much more than a degree . Gain valuable insights from renowned Faculty from USA and connect with a global network of over 3 million alumni.
The document summarizes key reasons to pursue a Ryerson MBA, including helping achieve career and personal goals, award-winning faculty, becoming a national brand, and unsurpassable return on investment. It describes the MBA Global and MBA in Management of Technology and Innovation programs, highlighting courses in each, and potential career paths including marketing, information systems, and supply chain management. The document outlines experiential learning opportunities, funding options, career services provided, and states that Ryerson MBA staff are available to assist with the application process.
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This document summarizes a presentation about developing global trade and international business pathways for California community college students. It discusses trends in global macroeconomics and trade that are creating workforce opportunities. Specifically, it outlines efforts in the Los Angeles region to connect K-12, community colleges, and industry partners to establish articulated course sequences and credentials in global trade and logistics fields. The presentation provides an overview of the roles of sector navigators and deputy sector navigators in coordinating these statewide and regional workforce development initiatives.
The VESTA National Center of Excellence is a collaboration between 23 educational institutions across the United States and Canada that provides online and hands-on education related to viticulture, enology, and wine business. It has experienced dramatic growth in student enrollment from 35 students in 2004 to over 1200 students in 2014-2015 across 45 states and 5 countries. The partnership allows for seamless credit transfer between institutions and uses innovative technologies and national expert instructors to provide a rigorous educational program with opportunities for practical experience.
The Johns Hopkins Carey Business School offers a variety of graduate business programs including an MBA, MS degrees, and dual degrees. Its curriculum has an applied focus on areas like enterprise risk management, healthcare management, and real estate. It draws on the expertise of Johns Hopkins' nine divisions and is committed to using business to solve societal problems. The career services office provides individualized support to help students explore careers and land jobs. Merit scholarships are available to applicants in all programs.
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This document summarizes a panel discussion on using metrics and benchmarks to measure and improve the performance of auxiliary services in higher education. The panelists provided examples of how three universities - Lehigh University, University of West Georgia, and Florida A&M University - use benchmarks in areas like ticketing, mail services, bookstore operations, dining services, vending, and housing. Common metrics included revenues, expenses, sales, participation rates, and comparisons to peers. The panel emphasized that defining goals, metrics, collecting and analyzing data, and monitoring results enables auxiliary services to learn what is and isn't working and make improvements.
The document summarizes the Master's of Microbial Biotechnology (MMB) program at North Carolina State University. The MMB program is a 2-year interdisciplinary master's program that provides students with training in cutting-edge cell and molecular technology as well as a working knowledge of the biotechnology industry and business components. Students gain hands-on experience through case study projects and internships completed in collaboration with partnering biotechnology companies. Graduates of the MMB program are well-prepared for leadership roles in the biotechnology industry.
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3. MAB PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
What is a Master of Agribusiness?
•Nationally recognized intercollegiate degree offered by the Department of
Agricultural Economics and the Mays Business School at Texas A&M
•Professional degree program uniquely focused on the food and agribusiness
sector
•Emphasis is on applying economic analysis and quantitative methods as the
basis for strategic decision making
•Case-based research and team performance are the cornerstones of the
integrated strategic management and finance capstone courses.
4. MAB PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Why pursue an MAB degree?
•Processing, manufacturing, packaging, distribution and merchandising represent a
vital part of the agribusiness industry and require skilled, strategic-minded
professionals
•Increasing emphasis on functional foods, food safety, biotechnology, supply chain
efficiency and sustainability requires specific knowledge
•Future challenges of consolidation, globalization, technology and market access will
increase demand for prepared and capable agribusiness leaders
•Potential career areas include:
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Financial and Economic Analysis
Supply Chain Management
Inspection and Quality Assurance
New Product Development
Procurement
Banking and Credit
Risk Management
Policy
5. Trends in Agribusiness
Food Assurance, Traceability & Security
•Safety
•Innovation
•Traceability
•Brands, private labels, country of origin
labeling
Consumer Influenced Markets
•Processing technology
•Disposable income
•Lifestyles
•Emerging market economies
Globalization
•Growing international demand and trade
•Public interest vs. private goals
•Logistic management
•Mergers and acquisitions
Information Technology
•ECR, TQM, CSM, JIT
•E-Markets
•Global dynamic change and speed response
•Social media’s influence on market behavior
6. MAB PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Who should apply for the MAB?
•Students with bachelor’s degrees in:
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Agricultural Economics
Animal Science
Business
Economics
Soil and Crop Science
Agricultural and Bio-Systems Engineering
Food Science
Biomedical and Veterinary Science
Political and Social Sciences
•Individuals interested in gaining the strategic
decision-making tools and analytical skills needed
to solve complex problems and drive positive results
as agribusiness leaders.
7. MAB PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• 245 MAB graduates as of May 2012
• 80% graduate in 2 years or less
• Placement over 90% within 3 months
• Typical MAB cohort includes:
• 20-25 students
• 50% male, 50% female
• 100% work or internship experience
• 1/3 international students
• 1/3 US non-Texas A&M graduates
• 1/3 Texas A&M graduates
• 50% with BS in life sciences
• 3.5 average GPA at graduation
8. MAB PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Agricultural Economics
Mays Business
School
Electives
18 credit hours
12 credit hours
Minimum of 9 credit hours
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Options:
• Professional internship
• Professional study
• Elective courses in:
• Finance
• Accounting
• Supply Chain Management
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Commodity/Energy Market Analysis
• Trade and Policy Analysis
• HR Development & Negotiations
Managerial Economics
Regression and Forecasting
Simulation
Environment of Agribusiness
Integrated capstone
courses in:
• Financial Management
• Strategic Management
Marketing
Management
Accounting
Finance
TOTAL OF 39 CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED
Timeline:
•Fall Entry, 12 credit hours/semester, December Graduation (16 months)
•Spring Entry, 9 credit hours/semester, May Graduation (20 months)
9. MAB PROGRAM WILL HELP STUDENTS:
1) Build skills in economics and business analysis focused on the food and
agribusiness system
2) Enhance abilities to understand and keep pace with dynamic global
agribusiness
3) Develop competence in skills applications and the ability to perform
individually and in culturally diverse teams
4) Build confidence through case analysis, oral and written articulation
skills, and peer review techniques through continuous feedback and
evaluation
10. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Food & Agribusiness Industry Symposia
Each Fall and Spring semester, the symposium provides a forum for industry leaders to
share “top‐of‐mind” issues and topics regarding career development.
MAB Professional Workshops
Held regularly throughout the semester to help students prepare for professional placement
and develop valuable, practical skills.
Mentoring
MAB Mentors are selected from the 2nd year students each fall to serve as mentors to the
new students. This is a unique opportunity for students to develop leadership skills they
can apply in their careers. In addition, one-on-one mentoring is provided for each student
entering the MAB program to ensure that the graduate program is tailored to each.
11. MAB INDUSTRY PARTNERS
The primary focus of the MAB Industry Partnership Program is to support the MAB
degree program and its students. All industry partners have the opportunity to
become actively engaged in the classroom, with curriculum development and in
recruiting students. The financial commitments of MAB Industry Partners are used to
support the MAB students through scholarships and fund student development
activities.
Current MAB Industry Partners
12. WE’RE IN DEMAND!
Recent employers of MAB graduates include:
•Aramark
•Archer Daniels Midland
•Bunge
•Cargill
•CoBank
•Dairy Farmers of America
•Dow AgroSciences
•Farm Credit Bank
•Frito-Lay North America
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H-E-B
JBS Swift & Co.
John Deere
Kraft
Monsanto
Novus International, Inc.
Safeway
Sysco
USDA
13. HOW TO APPLY
Prospective students are strongly encourages to make contact with the program manager
early in the decision process to discuss admission requirements.
General Admission Requirements:
•Application – applytexas.org
•Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)
•Test of English as a Foreigh Language (TOEFL) for international students
•Grade Point Ratio (GPR) – minimum of 3.0 in the last 60 hours of undergrad work
•Official Transcripts – from all previous college study
•3 Letters of Recommendation
•Statement of Purpose
•Prerequisites in calculus, statistics, intermediate micro and macro recommended.
Preferred Application Deadlines:
•Fall entry – March 1
•Spring entry – August 1
•Summer entry – November 1
See agecon.tamu.edu and ogs.tamu.edu for more information
15. TEXAS A&M AT A GLANCE
• Located in College Station,
Texas, 90 miles northwest
of Houston
• Sixth-largest university in
the country
• State’s oldest public
institution of higher
education with over 50,000
students.
• Unique combination of
world-class academics
with traditions and core
values
• Land-, sea- and spacegrant university
16. TEXAS A&M AT A GLANCE
Ranked second in the
nation by U.S. News &
World Report for
“great schools, great
prices”
Ranked second in the
nation by The Wall
Street Journal for
universities from which
corporations prefer to
hire
17. SUPPORTED BY MANY
Endowment ranks in the top
four nationally among public
universities
The Association of Former
Students is a powerful and
vast network of alumni that
provides millions of dollars in
support each year.
18. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Student leadership
with more than 800 student
organizations
The Big Event is the largest
one-day student-run service
project in the nation.
Aggies Can is a huge
student athlete run food
drive that collects thousands
of pounds of food.
19. TRADITION
Kyle Field is Home of the 12th Man and is one of the best places in the country to
watch a college football game. Texas A&M has the largest student section in the nation
and Midnight Yell takes place at midnight before each home football game.
Aggie Muster is held in more than 400 places worldwide each year on April 21 to
honor Aggies who have passed away.
The Aggie Ring is the most visible symbol that connects Aggies around the world.
Reveille is the official mascot of Texas A&M and is the first lady of Aggieland.
The Corps of Cadets is still in place and Texas A&M is one of only three schools with
a full-time cadet program leading to commissions in all branches of military service.
20. CONTACT US
Department of Agricultural Economics
Graduate Office
600 John Kimbrough Blvd., Suite 213
College Station, TX 77843-2124
Adam Burch, Program Manager
aburch@tamu.edu
979-832-6784
For more information, visit:
tamu.edu
agecon.tamu.edu
ogs.tamu.edu
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Texas A&M University is the sixth-largest university in the country. It offers an unequaled combination of world-class academics, spirit and tradition. This combination make Aggieland a truly unique place for everyone who is a part of it.
This 2011 ranking by U.S. News & World Report means that Texas A&M is providing a world-class education for an affordable cost. The university is also ranked No. 19 overall among public institutions by the publication.
Texas A&M is a close-knit community that helps students succeed. The university’s $5 billion endowment typically ranks in the top five nationally among public universities.
In its 30th year, the Big Event is the largest one-day student-run service project in the country. The last Big Event featured more than 17,000 students working on 1,700 community service projects in a single day. Students help area residents with yard work, household projects, church renovations or other projects while making connections with their Bryan and College Station neighbors.
The Big Event is how Aggies say thank you to their Bryan and College Station neighbors for supporting the university.
The 12th Man tradition of standing during football games demonstrates the readiness of students to step in and help their team when needed. This tradition dates back to January 1922, when Texas A&M was playing Centre College, the nation’s top ranked team at the time. The Aggies dug deeply into their limited reserves, when Coach Dana X. Bible remembered a player who was not in uniform. His name was E. King Gill, and he was a former football player who was only playing basketball. Gill was called from the stands, suited up, and stood ready throughout the rest of the game, which A&M finally won 22-14. When the game ended, E. King Gill was the only man left standing on the sidelines for the Aggies. Gill later said, "I wish I could say that I went in and ran for the winning touchdown, but I did not. I simply stood by in case my team needed me.”
Known as one of the nation’s most intimidating college stadiums, Texas A&M’s Kyle Field has been home of the Aggie football team since the mid-1920s. Kyle Field is named for Edwin Jackson Kyle, who served as Texas A&M’s dean of agriculture and athletic council president.
With a seating capacity of 82,600, Kyle Field is one of the largest university football stadiums in the country. During the Aggie War Hymn, the stands actually move under the pressure of the fans swaying side to side.