Highlights of the Online Mode Program

• UGC-Entitled Program: Recognized and approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC), ensuring academic credibility and legal validity of the degree.
• Degree Equivalent to Regular Mode: Earn a prestigious MBA degree with the same value and recognition as a traditional, on-campus program.
• Learn Anytime, Anywhere: Access high-quality education without geographical constraints through flexible online learning.
• User-Friendly Learning Management System (LMS): Seamless digital platform with interactive tools, recorded lectures, e-resources, and real-time support.
• Better Promotion & Career Progression: Enhance chances of better promotion and growth with an online UGC-recognized degree.
• Wide Range of Electives & Specializations: Customize your learning with electives in AgriTech, Food Processing, Supply Chain, Rural Finance, and more.
• Innovative Curriculum: Designed to sharpen critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and strategic decision-making skills.
• Opportunities in Research, Entrepreneurship & Startups: Explore innovation in agri-food ecosystems with incubation support, startup mentorship, and live projects.
• Career Counseling & Placement Guidance: Dedicated support for resume building, interview preparation, industry connects, and job assistance.
• Online Examination Mode: Convenient and secure examination system accessible from your preferred location.

Eligibility:

Bachelor’s degree with 55% marks or equivalent in agriculture and allied streams like Horticulture, Forestry, Fisheries, Sericulture, Agriculture Marketing, Home Science, Food Processing, Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Plant Sciences, Agriculture Engineering, Food Technology, Biotechnology, and allied Sciences shall be preferred for taking admissions.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Applicants shall be evaluated and assessed based on their profiles.

TOTAL FEE OF THE PROGRAM

Program Structure (4 Semesters / 2 Years)

Each semester blends core management subjects, domain-specific subjects, industry exposure, and capstone projects.

Semester 1 – Foundation Courses

Course Title	Key Topics
Principles of Management	Organizational behavior, managerial roles
Managerial Economics	Micro & macroeconomics for agribusiness
Financial Accounting	Balance sheets, P&L, cash flow
Marketing Management	4Ps, rural marketing, consumer behavior
Quantitative Techniques	Statistics, decision models
Agri-Business Environment	Indian agriculture, agri policies, institutions
Computer Applications	Excel, ERP basics, data visualization tools

Semester 2 – Functional Skills in Agribusiness

Course Title	Key Topics
Financial Management	Budgeting, capital structure, cost of capital
Operations & Supply Chain Management	Inventory, logistics, agri cold chains
Human Resource Management	Recruitment, training, labor in agribusiness
Agribusiness Marketing	Input/output marketing, rural promotion strategies
Managerial Communication	Business writing, reports, presentations
Food & Agri Policy	MSP, subsidies, WTO, APMC Acts
Research Methods	Research design, SPSS, hypothesis testing

Semester 3 – Domain Specialization & Electives

Core Subjects	Electives (Choose 2–3)
Agri-Finance & Risk Management	Export-Import in Agri Products
Food Processing & Technology	E-commerce & Agri Retail
Agri Supply Chain & Logistics	Agritech & Digital Agriculture
Food Safety & Quality Management	Commodity Trading & Futures
Rural & Social Entrepreneurship	Climate-smart Agriculture

Semester 4 – Integration & Strategy

Course Title	Key Topics
Strategic Management	Business strategy, competitive advantage
Project Management	Agri project design, cost analysis
Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness	Startup ideation, funding, business models
Sustainability in Food Systems	SDGs, ESG, circular economy in agri
Capstone Project / Dissertation	Field-based research or business plan

Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of the program, students will be able to:

Agribusiness Competency

• Understand end-to-end agribusiness models from production to market.
• Analyze agricultural value chains and food systems

Business & Managerial Skills

• Apply financial, marketing, and strategic frameworks to food and agri contexts.
• Lead teams, make data-driven decisions, and manage agribusiness operations.

Agri & Food Industry Expertise

• Manage procurement, warehousing, logistics, and exports of agri-produce.
• Navigate food safety laws, quality assurance, and processing technologies.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

• Design and scale agritech or food startups targeting farmer and consumer needs.
• Assess risks, mobilize capital, and create go-to-market strategies.

Market & Policy Awareness

• Interpret agri policies, subsidy frameworks, WTO agreements, and global trade rules.
• Conduct market analysis and forecast trends in agri commodities and food demand.

Sustainability & Social Impact

• Integrate sustainability into agribusiness decisions.
• Support inclusive rural development and food security goals.

In Summary – Popular Job Titles

Designation	Sector
Agribusiness Manager	Input, Processing, FMCG
Rural Credit Officer	Banks, MFIs
Procurement & Supply Chain Executive	Retail, Food Processing
Business Development Manager – Agritech	Startups, Platforms
Quality Control Executive	Processing Units, Warehousing
Export & Trade Specialist	Commodity & Agri Trade
Project Manager – Agri Livelihoods	NGOs, Govt Projects