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2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Agribusiness (B.S.): Agribusiness, International, and Food Industry Options


Students will complete course work in science, math, and communication, plus courses in agribusiness and agricultural economics. To give a better understanding of agribusiness and the broad range the field covers, students will choose from three degree options: agribusiness, food industry economics, and international agribusiness.

Bachelor’s degree requirements

General requirements


  • Communication elective Credits: (3)
    Select from: English (above 200), Communication studies (above 300) or a modern language

Natural Sciences (8 credit hours)


  Select  a combination of 2 courses for a total of 8 credit hours.

Social Sciences Elective


  • Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, History, Geography, Women’s Studies or American Ethnic Studies

Humanities Elective


  • History, Music, Art, English (above 210), Philosophy, Theatre, Dance, Modern Language

Agribusiness Option


This program of study provides fundamental agribusiness content with course work in agricultural economics, agribusiness, and business courses that will prepare graduates for the industry and its related issues.

Business Electives (>300-level) (9 credit hours)


  • ACCTG, FINAN, MANGT, OR MKTG (500-level or above) Credits: (3)
  • ACCTG, FINAN, MANGT, OR MKTG Elective Credits: (3)

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International Option


 This program focuses on global issues facing agribusinesses today. Students complete basic agribusiness course work, study another language, and participate in an international experience. This is crucial to grasp the wide range of issues facing international agribusinesses and their place in the global economy.

Business Electives (>300-level) (9 credit hours)


  •  ACCTG, FINAN, MANGT, or MKTG Elective Credits: (3)

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International Experience (3 credit hours)


Language Requirement: Level III proficiency


Food Industry Option


This option focuses on business and economics of food manufacturing and distribution. Students complete basic agribusiness courses including courses focused on the business aspects of the food industry.

Business Electives (9 credit hours)


  • ACCTG, FINAN, MANGT, OR MKTG (500-level or above) Credits: (3)

Unrestricted electives as needed to meet 127 credit hours


Total credit hours required for graduation (127)


Must satisfy K-State 8 general education requirements.

IMPORTANT NOTES: Students who first enroll in Summer 2011 or later must meet the requirements of the K-State 8 General Education Program.

Students who began their programs of study in earlier terms under the University General Education (UGE) program may complete their degrees with UGE requirements or may choose to move to the K-State 8. Students should check with their academic advisors to determine which choice would be better. To switch, students must consult with their academic advisors.

Students who are readmitted in Summer 2011 and later will be designated as meeting the K-State 8 by the Office of Admissions. Deans’ offices can make an exception for the readmitted student who has completed UGE or who would prefer to complete UGE requirements.

For additional information about the University General Education program, check the requirements specified by the College of Agriculture.