Agricultural Business
Agricultural Business
Ready to learn the business side of Agriculture?
If you want to work with animals, crops, and resources that contribute to our economy, a career in agriculture could be a great choice. Agriculture provides numerous career opportunities for graduates with an associate degree. You can find various career options in research firms, universities, and agribusiness.
Learn more about the program
Careers in agriculture typically require a bachelor's degree or higher. Various career opportunities are available in research firms, universities, and agribusiness. The Associate of Science in Agriculture is designed for students wanting to complete the first two years of the bachelor's degree in a community college setting. Our students have the opportunity to work closely with agriculture faculty and have ample access to the latest agriculture technology.
Explore a Sample Course Schedule
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| BIOL 1110 | General Biology I | 3 |
| ECON 2100 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| AGRI 1010 | Intro to Agricultural Business | 3 |
| COL 1030 | College to Career Navigation | 3 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1020 | English Composition II | 3 |
| CHEM 1110 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| ECON 2200 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| AGRI 1020 | Introduction to Animal Science | 3 |
| MATH 1830 | Applied Calculus | 3 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL XXXX | Literature Course | 3 |
| MATH 1530 | Statistics | 3 |
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| AGRI 1030 | Introduction to Plant Science | 3 |
| General Elective | 1 | |
| Total Credits | 13 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 2025 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| AGRI XXXX | Agriculture Elective | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
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Tennessee Transfer Pathway
Course credits at Jackson State transfer to any Tennessee Public institution (and some private institutions), allowing you to transfer to the Bachelor's degree program of your choosing.
Green Light Your Career!
An associate degree in agricultural business opens the door to many entry-level positions in the agricultural field.
33
Four-Year Institutions
Credit Transfer To Across Tennessee
7,800+
Number of Transfer Students
Over a 5-year period
31
Individual Pathways
Seven Academic Focus Areas
Career Outlook
Career and Salary Information
The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing a bachelor's degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: http://www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
|
Career |
Beginning Salary with Bachelor's Degree in TN |
Experienced Salary Median |
|
Commodity Purchasing Agent |
$33,170 |
$54,860 |
|
Agricultural Business Service Manager |
$45,680 |
$83,120 |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's degree in Agricultural business, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic field of Agriculture.
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