Agriculture - Agribusiness & Food Industry Management
Bachelor of Science – B.S.
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Undergraduate
About the Program
Combine your passion for crops or livestock with business skills to manage anything from a family farm to a global company. The only program of its kind in California, it offers a strong foundation in agribusiness—covering marketing, accounting, food laws, and more—while preparing you to navigate industry challenges and tailor your path to your career goals.
The Polytechnic Approach
Work in operations at the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center or market new ÁùÉ«Íø products at the farm store. Create business plans, compile financial statements and use analytics to guide strategy. Develop agri-food items or tackle industry challenges in competitions sponsored by the USDA, National Grocers Association, NAMA and the Food Distribution Research Society.
Career Outcomes
Courses
Cal Poly Pomona's Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness and Food Industry Management provides a comprehensive foundation in agribusiness management, covering essential areas such as accounting, marketing, retailing, wholesaling, personnel management, and food laws and regulations. The curriculum is designed to equip students with the skills needed to navigate the legal and ethical principles of the industry. Students are encouraged to consult with their advisors to select appropriate electives that align with their career goals. The complete curriculum and detailed course descriptions are available in the University Catalog. The curriculum is designed to provide you with an understanding of business functions in application, theory and practice.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Huntley Scholarships
The Cal Poly Pomona Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships provides students with the financial resources and related services necessary to achieve their educational goals. The office administers federal, state, and university aid and scholarship programs. Current, newly admitted, and prospective students and their families can find important information, dates, and deadlines on its website. In addition, you can ask for virtual or in-person advising.
Clubs and Organizations
Get involved. Get connected. Make the most of your college experience.
The best college experiences include more than what happens in your required coursework. Join the Horse Show Team or build the next Rose Float for the annual Tournament of Roses at our Rose Float Lab.