Master of Science in Agribusiness Systems Management and Development

Master of Science in Agribusiness Systems Management and Development is a Masters program taught at Women's University in Africa, Zimbabwe. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (18 months) options.

The Master of Science in Agribusiness Systems Management and Development (MASMD) provides advanced study of agribusiness management and development. Students gain knowledge of agricultural systems, business principles, market trends, and agricultural policies, laws, and regulations. The programme also covers sustainable agriculture practices, business planning and decision-making, financial management, marketing and sales, supply chain management and logistics, communication and conflict resolution, data analysis and reporting, and critical thinking.

The degree is offered during weekends, as holiday programmes, and as block release. It runs over 18 months of part-time study, with taught courses arranged in two semesters (12 months) and independent research for one semester (6 months). Assessment uses continuous assessment (40%) and end-of-semester examinations (60%). The advanced research project includes a written dissertation (80%) and presentations (20%), supervised by an approved academic staff member, with a minimum of 40 hours consultation.

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Science in Agribusiness Systems Management and Development at Women's University in Africa for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Women's University in Africa.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Women's University in Africa as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Science in Agribusiness Systems Management and Development.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Normal Entry: A minimum pass grade 2.2 or GPA equivalent in a relevant Bachelor of Agriculture Science Honours degree in Agribusiness Management, Agriculture, Agricultural Economics or other Agricultural related field recognized by Senate for this purpose, may, on the recommendation of the Department and subject to the approval of Senate, be admitted. Work related experience will also be considered.

Please check detail of study units at https://www.wua.ac.zw/course/master-of-science-in-agribusiness-systems-management-and-development

• Agribusiness Manager
• Agricultural consultant
• Farm Manager
• Agricultural researcher
• Extension Officer
• Agricultural Policy analyst
• Entrepreneur (Agribusiness)
• Agricultural finance Specialist
• International Agricultural Trade Specialist
• Agricultural educator/trainer