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AGS 104 Introduction to Agribusiness Management

This course covers the role and organization of agribusiness, the function and operation of an agribusiness, and the skills necessary to become a valued employee or entrepreneur.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: (SSC 100 or concurrent) and (ENG 101 or concurrent)

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Course Number and Title:

AGS 104 Introduction to Agribusiness Management

Campus Location

  • Georgetown

Effective Date

202651

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: (SSC 100 or concurrent) and (ENG 101 or concurrent)

Course Credits and Hours

3 credit(s)

3 lecture hours/week

0 lab hours/week

Course Description

This course covers the role and organization of agribusiness, the function and operation of an agribusiness, and the skills necessary to become a valued employee or entrepreneur.

Required Text(s)

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Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

  1. Examine the importance of agribusiness in the United States and in the global market. (CCC 1, 2, 5; PGC 2)
  2. Explain the role of management in agribusiness. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 5; PGC 2 )
  3. Identify forms of business ownership associated with agriculture. (CCC 1, 2, 5; PGC 2 )
  4. Analyze the planning process necessary for success in agribusiness management. (CCC 1, 2, 5; PGC 2)
  5. Explain the processes involved in starting an agribusiness. (CCC 1, 2, 5, 6; PGC 2, 4)
  6. Explain the importance of human resource management in agribusiness. (CCC 1, 2, 4, 5; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4)
  7. Explain the importance of accurate recordkeeping in agribusiness. (CCC 1, 2, 4, 5, 6; PGC 2, 3)

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

  1. Examine the importance of agribusiness in the United States and in the global market.
    1. Review agribusiness' function in today's society.
    2. Categorize sectors involved in the agribusiness system.
    3. Analyze the trends that have occurred in United States farming.
    4. Explain agribusiness' role in the United States and international economies.
  2. Explain the role of management in agribusiness.
    1. Explain skills necessary to become a successful manager.
    2. Discuss the functions involved in the management process.
  3. Identify forms of business ownership associated with agriculture.
    1. Identify the types of ownership available to agribusinesses.
    2. Assess factors involved in selecting a type of business ownership.
    3. Compare advantages and disadvantages of each type of ownership.
  4. Analyze the planning process necessary for success in agribusiness management.
    1. Explain the parts of a mission statement.
    2. Identify a mission statement for an agribusiness.
    3. Compare strategies and objectives to determine how they are part of the planning process.
  5. Explain the processes involved in starting an agribusiness.
    1. Identify required licenses for specific agribusinesses.
    2. Explain factors to consider in locating the production facility.
    3. Explain how a facility's layout can affect an agribusiness.
  6. Explain the importance of human resource management in agribusiness.
    1. Identify key areas of human resource management.
    2. Discuss factors to consider when hiring new employees.
  7. Explain the importance of accurate recordkeeping in agribusiness.
    1. Explain the need for accurate recordkeeping in an agribusiness.
    2. Identify types of records needed to maintain an agribusiness.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Final Course Grade

Calculated using the following weighted average

Evaluation Measure

Percentage of final grade

Summative Assessments

Exams (2-3-equally weighted)

20%

Final Project (Business Plan)

20%

Quizzes (3-4) (equally weighted)

10%

Interview Report

10%

Formative Assessments

The course will contain various formative assessments including but not limited to:

  • Assignments
  • Activities

40%

TOTAL

100%

Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)

AGSAASAGS

  1. Demonstrate professional behaviors that satisfy workplace expectations.
  2. Demonstrate effective professional communication skills.
  3. Competently perform common practices and skills within the various aspects of the agriculture industry.
  4. Demonstrate adherence to ethical, safety and environmental practices related to the agriculture industry.



Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

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