Certificate in Agricultural Business
| Course Code | BAG112 |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Certificate |
| Payment Options | Upfront & Payment Plans |
| Delivery | Online & Correspondence |
| Duration | 600 Hours |
Agricultural Business programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks. Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.
With a critical shortage of skilled managers in the agricultural sector, agribusiness companies and major banks are looking for employees skilled in business, management and finance, and who have technical agricultural training. There is also increasing demand for better trained managers of agricultural production enterprises.
Learning Clouds Agricultural Business Course provides students with a strong foundation in agribusiness and the skills and knowledge required to pursue a career in a variety of agricultural industries. The subjects provide balanced learning about agricultural production systems and managing agribusiness.
Core Modules: These modules provide foundation knowledge for the Qualification - Certificate in Agricultural Business.
- Bookkeeping Foundations BBS103
- Farm Management BAG104
- Agricultural Marketing BAG304
Elective Modules: In addition to the core modules, students study any 3 of the following 21 modules.
- Crops I (Outdoor Plant Production) BHT112
- Sales Skills VBS108
- Soil Management (Agriculture) BAG103
- Starting A Small Business VBS101
- Workplace Health & Safety VBS103
- Aquaculture -Marine BAG220
- Beef Cattle Management BAG206
- Dairy Cattle Management BAG205
- Fish Farming & Aquaculture BAG211
- Hydroponics I BHT224
- Hydroponics II - Hydroponic Management BHT213
- Pasture Management BAG212
- Pig Husbandry BAG209
- Plant Breeding BHT236
- Poultry Husbandry BAG208
- Sheep Husbandry BAG210
- Sustainable Agriculture BAG215
- Weed Control BHT209
- Environmental Assessment BEN301
- Organic Agriculture and Farming BAG305
- Organic Plant Culture BHT302
Note that each module in the Qualification - Certificate in Agricultural Business is a short course in its own right, and may be studied separately.
For more information about this course, please request your free course information pack.
If you are an Irish citizen you may be eligible to receive financial support, meaning you can defer payment of your course fees. Additionally, if you are a resident of Ireland, you may also be eligible to receive a student grant under the Student Grant Scheme
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How will this course advance my career?
Learning Cloud programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks and Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.
Studies prove, time and again, that college-educated workers earn more than those with only a high school qualification. College graduates often enjoy additional benefits, including greater job opportunities and promotions. Though the proof for greater earning potential exists, some might wonder whether the cost of the education warrants the overall expense in the long run.
College Graduate vs. Non-Graduate Earnings
The National Centre for Education Statistics (NCES) analyses employee earnings data biennially, according to education level. Findings indicate that workers with a qualification earn significantly more than those without. Since the mid-1980s, education has played a large part in potential wages, with bachelor's degree holders taking home an average of 66% more than those with only a high school diploma do. While college-educated workers' wages have increased over the past two decades, those with only a high school education have seen decreases in annual salaries in the same time period (nces.ed.gov).
How else will I benefit from studying with Learning Cloud?
- Studying online or distance means you can study where you want and at your own pace.
- Receive career-focused training with practical, hands-on learning.
- All course materials are provided and all digital platforms are interactive, work on any device and designed to be fun.
- Recognition of Prior Learning or Skills Recognition may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.
