B.S. in Agribusiness Economics and Management
$83,770
Median industry Pay (U.S. BLS 2023)
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Entry Terms
Tucson/Main Campus
Coursework Location
Master the economics of food and water delivery with a B.S. in Agribusiness Economics and Management.
Why major in Agribusiness Economics and Management (ABEM)?
Our Agribusiness Economics and Management degree gives you in-depth knowledge of applied economics, food production, and water resource management. Covering everything from farms to factories and transport to table, this major is perfect for students who want to change lives through applied business management and economics.
We feature smaller class sizes than many business programs and dedicated support from academic advising and coaching to career and internship resources throughout your time in the program.
Application requirements vary based on your status as a first-time, transfer, international, online or returning student.
- Students who haven't completed 12+ transferable post-high school college credits are considered a first-time college student, and must meet Arizona's core competency requirements to be eligible to apply.
- You are considered a transfer student if you have completed 12+ transferable post-high school college credits.
- If you are under the age of 22 at the start of your desired term, you will need to meet the core competency requirements and have a minimum 2.0 cumulative college/university GPA.
- If you are 22 or older at the start of your desired term, you will need a minimum 2.0 cumulative college/university GPA.
- SAT/ACT scores are not required for general admission.
- You have the option to submit a resume and 500-word personal statement during your application.
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A degree in agribusiness and applied economics prepares you for careers and graduate programs in agricultural policy, management and business. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for agricultural managers was $83,770 per year and the median pay for economists was $115,730 per year (2023).
Although your career possibilities are limitless, here are some example career paths our students follow:
- Farm and ranch manager: Hire and supervise farm and livestock workers as you plan, direct, and coordinate efficient, sustainable site operations.
- Financial analyst: Develop and lead industry research, prepare industry updates, and review and assess emerging risks associated with investing in various industries.
- Food category manager: Oversee retail operations and serve as the in-store expert on the visual merchandising, management, and sale of certain groups of types of products.
- Wholesale buyer: Analyze buying trends, sales records, price, and quality to advise companies about purchasing and vendor selection and monitoring.
You'll learn how to coordinate the production of food and fiber, regulate the use of natural resources, start your own business, market agricultural and non-agricultural products, sell raw materials, and manage businesses, large and small, in food, agriculture, and beyond.
Check out our curriculum guide to learn more about the ABEM degree requirements.
Some of the courses you'll have the opportunity to explore include:
- Environmental Ethics
- Air Pollution
- Ecotoxicology
- Economics of Futures Markets
- Agribusiness Economics and Management
- Financial Management for Agribusiness
College is a big investment, but a University of Arizona education may be more affordable than you think. No matter your background or family’s financial situation, you have options to make it manageable.
At Arizona, 9 out of 10 students receive financial aid. That means most students pay less than the estimates shown here. By maximizing your financial aid – scholarships, grants, loans, or work-study – you can lower your costs while earning a degree that will pay you back for a lifetime.
Estimated cost of tuition for first-year and transfer students:
- Arizona residents: $13,900/yr
- Non-Arizona residents: $42,300/yr
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Program Emphases
Once admitted to the agribusiness degree, you'll choose an emphasis to focus your studies on:
Agribusiness Management
Explore applied business management with coursework on poverty and developing nations, and agribusiness financial management.
Agribusiness Economics
Study environmental economics and learn how to use Excel to analyze water, food and resource production.