Overview
Go global
Get a world view of how agricultural products are created and marketed.
Level
- Undergraduate, NZQF Level 7
Campus
- Manawatū
Distance learning
- Available
Duration
- 3 year(s) full-time. Available part-time.
International
- Available for international students studying in NZ
Other
- Not all listed subject course options are on offer every year. Some distance courses contain compulsory contact workshops.
Does managing the marketing process of meat, kiwifruit, or milk to retailers in Tokyo or Nestlé in Switzerland excite you? How about sourcing and processing billions of litres of milk every year?
In the Bachelor of Agribusiness (International Agribusiness) you’ll learn about the global agri-food system. This includes everything from on-farm procurement in New Zealand to export and distribution of food and other agricultural products to consumers around the world.
You’ll learn about
- production sciences
- agri-food value chains
- manufacturing
- distribution and logistics
- international finance, and
- the trade and marketing skills required to take New Zealand’s agri-food industry to the global marketplace.
Real-world experience
Your learning will focus on real-world case studies and will include field trips to provide the experience sought by employers.
Research-led teaching
Our staff are active researchers. Massey's AgriCommerce programme integrates the most recent developments and thinking into your learning.
A growing, innovative industry
New Zealand’s economy is dominated by agriculture and food. It generates close to $37 billion in export earnings a year and international demand is predicted to continue to grow.
Relevant international knowledge
Massey’s Agribusiness programme aligns itself with agribusiness industries throughout the world. This ensures our graduates have the skills and industry knowledge employers want today and in the future.
Massey graduates and staff are helping to define the future of our nation’s agriculture and food businesses.
Careers and further study
Careers
New Zealand’s agribusiness sector is flourishing, and there is strong demand for graduates, from running large farm-based businesses through to international trade. Massey's Agribusiness programme brings in the most recent developments in both business and primary production, because we actively research in all our subjects. Therefore, you'll have the knowledge and foundation skills for several career paths.
Potential careers include
- business analyst
- business and industry leadership roles
- business management
- export and import
- businesses involved in international trade.
Practical experience while you study
During your degree you will gain a huge amount of practical experience. This experience will include at least 26 weeks of paid employment undertaken in agriculture and related sectors. That will give you an advantage with potential employers.
International students
New Zealand is a great place to study. Massey University’s reputation is supported by our international rankings, accreditations and associations. We are rated five star plus by the QS World University Rankings.
Massey University has small class sizes, and our lecturers and staff are friendly and approachable.
As an international student, there are entry requirements that will apply to you. We recommend that you apply at least three months before your anticipated start date so your application can be processed in time. There are additional steps you will need to take. These include obtaining a visa and travel bookings if your study is to be in New Zealand.
Entry requirements
University admission
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Programme admission
Required
There are no specific entry requirements for this programme, outside of university admission regulations.
English language requirements
To study this programme you must meet Massey University's English language standards.
Recommended
To be successful in your studies we recommend that you have credit for NCEA Level 3 in at least some of the below subject areas:
- agriculture
- horticulture
- biology
- chemistry
- geography
- economics
- modelling
- statistics.
Prior learning, credit and exemptions
For information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:
- review the Recognition of Prior Learning regulations
- contact us through the Enquire button on this page.
If you do not have the entry requirements
Pathway tool
If you are unsure whether you have the right background/subjects to study this programme, our tool will help you to figure out what you might need to do before starting your qualification.
English language and foundation courses
If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, we have courses and programmes that may help.
- English Language Proficiency
- Foundation Certificate in Academic English
- Foundation Certificate in Advanced Academic English
- Full Foundation - Certificate in Foundation Studies
Summer School
If you need to do a course before you start your programme, there may be options for you in Summer School.
Courses and planning
Credit summary
360 credits
300 credits (at least)
From the Schedule to the Degree including:
Core courses
Major courses
60 credits
Elective courses
Ensure that overall, you also have:
- No more than 165 credits at 100 level
- At least 75 credits at 300 level
- 26 weeks of practical work experience and complete reports 119150 and 119250
Attend field trips, studios, workshops, tutorials and laboratories as required.
See ‘Courses for this programme’ below for schedules of courses.
Courses for this specialisation
Compulsory courses
| 105 credits | ||
|---|---|---|
| 112301 | International Food and Agribusiness Strategies | 15 |
| 112302 | Food and Agribusiness Strategies | 15 |
| 115116 | Introduction to Marketing | 15 |
| 152261 | International Business | 15 |
| 156231 | Strategic Marketing Management | 15 |
| 161140 | Agri-Statistics | 15 |
| 178358 | International Trade in Agri-food Products | 15 |
Compulsory course selection
| 45 credits | ||
|---|---|---|
| 125230 | Business Finance | 15 |
| 152233 | Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 15 |
| 152355 | Sustainability Issues, Challenges and Responses | 15 |
| 156232 | Consumer Behaviour | 15 |
| 178360 | Environmental Economics | 15 |
15 credits from
| 119281 | Decision Tools for Primary Industries | 15 |
| 127242 | Introduction to Property Valuation | 15 |
| 138255 | Engineering Principles in Food and Fibre Production | 15 |
Planning your programme
Planning overview
If you study full-time, in your first year, you’ll take eight 15-credit courses, making a total of 120 credits.
If you wish to study over two semesters, you should aim for 60 credits per semester. You may be able to take some courses at summer school. Make sure you include courses that are prerequisites for the next level of courses you wish to study.
Capstone course
‘Capstone’ courses are designed to be taken in your last year of study. This relies on you having completed the correct first and second year courses and ties your learning together. The capstone course for this qualification is 119.373 Integrative Studies
Practical work requirement
There is a practical work requirement for this degree, consisting of at least 26 weeks full-time work. This is completed by submission of two reports for assessment. Practical work is normally done during summer vacations throughout the degree. Summer jobs are readily available on farms, orchards and other rural enterprises.
Course planning
Year One
115.112 Accounting for Business
115.113 Economics of Business
115.114 Finance Fundamentals
115.116 Introduction to Marketing
117.153 Introduction to Animal Production in New Zealand
119.180 Introduction to Agribusiness
161.140 Agri-Statistics
123.103 Chemistry for Modern Sciences or 123.104 Chemistry for Biological Systems
Year Two
119.120 Plants for Agriculture and Horticulture
112.248 Food and Agribusiness Value Chains
115.211 Business Law
119.150 Practicum I*
152.261 International Business
One course from:
119.281 Decision Tools for Primary Industries
127.242 Introduction to Property Valuation
138.255 Engineering Principles in Food and Fibre Production
And three courses that can be International Agribusiness major courses (200-level), electives or a mix of both.
Year Three
112.301 International Food and Agribusiness Strategies
112.302 Food and Agribusiness Strategies
119.250 Practicum II*
178.358 International Trade in Agri-Food Products
One course from:
119.373 Integrative Studies
239.373 AgriCommerce Capstone
And four courses that can be a mix of International Agribusiness major courses (300-level) and electives, or electives only if you have taken 45 credits of 200-level International Agribusiness courses in year two. You will take up to a maximum of 45 credits of International Agribusiness courses and a minimum of 60 credits of electives. The level of electives will be determined by the choice of majoring courses.
*26 weeks of relevant practical work (2 x 13 week blocks of full time work). Work to be completed the summer prior to writing the reports.
Minors
Completing a minor is optional. Minors increase the breadth of your degree. They give you extra knowledge, attributes and capabilities.
A minor must be in a different subject from your major.
A Bachelor of Agribusiness (International Agribusiness) with a minor
You may choose a minor from any University undergraduate degree that has recognised minors. If the minor is from another undergraduate degree, the regulations of that programme will apply.
An International Agribusiness minor (for students who are studying a different degree)
If you are not studying a Bachelor of Agribusiness (International Agribusiness) and wish to complete an International Agribusiness minor see the Bachelor of Agribusiness regulations for requirements.
Fees and scholarships
Fees and finance
Fees, student loans and free fees scheme
Your tuition fees may be different depending on the courses you choose. Your exact fees will show once you have chosen your courses.
There will also be some compulsory non-tuition fees and for some courses, there may also be charges for things such as study resources, software, trips and contact workshops.
Already know which courses you're going to choose?
If you already know which courses you are going to take, you can use our fees calculator to get an estimate of your fees.
Student loans (StudyLink) and Fees Free scheme
You may be eligible for a student loan to help towards paying your fees.
The New Zealand Government offers fees-free tertiary study for eligible domestic students. Find out more about the scheme and your eligibility on the Fees Free website. To use the site's eligibility checking tool, you will need your National Student Number.
Current and returning Massey students will find their National Student Number on their student homepage.
- Student loans (StudyLink)
- Fees Free
- Student homepage login
A good fit if you:
- are interested in agriculture and business
- want a career with an international perspective.
Meet our students
“
I have always believed that there is real value in workplace experience as it gives students the ability to apply their learning. The opportunity to work with i4 lead me to work on various projects and has exposed me to new challenges, ideas and initiatives. It has also taught me new soft skills, and broadened my career aspirations.
” Brooke Maddison
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This degree allowed me to pursue my passions in agriculture and commerce, and also offered the flexibility to include a minor in politics. This allows me to combine knowledge, and see how sectors in society are connected. The thought provoking content is preparing us for a future where the market is ever-changing and every day may be different.
” Fatima Imran
Accreditations and rankings
Massey is world-ranked and New Zealand’s No 1 university in agriculture according to QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) rankings.
Massey University is ranked by QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) as one of the top 300 universities for business and management.
Massey University is ranked No.1 in New Zealand for agricultural science by ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects.
Key information for students
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Regulations
Review this important information before you apply for this programme. This gives you full details of the rules and regulations about what you need to study and what you must achieve in order to graduate with this qualification. That includes structure, courses and requirements. These regulations should be read in conjunction with all other Statutes and Regulations of the University including the below.
Undergraduate programmes
Postgraduate regulations
General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas and Postgraduate Certificates.
Applying and enrolling
Applying for the programme
Check you are ready
If you are ready to apply, have a look at our application checklist. It will help you get prepared with what you need. Please also check the entry requirements carefully before you apply.
Choose your programme and click on Apply now
You will apply for the programme using the Apply now button on this page. You’ll also choose your specialisation (major, subject or endorsement) if applicable.
Some programmes have additional requirements such as the submission of a portfolio or CV. Click on Apply now and you will be able to submit those documents as part of the application process.
Receive and accept an Admission Offer of Place
You will receive an Admission Offer of Place when you have been accepted into the programme. You need to accept this before you can enrol in your courses. International students also need to pay their fees at this point.
Enrolling in courses
You’ll then get access to your own student homepage (also known as the student portal). This is where you can enrol in courses. Any updates on your application or enrolments will also be on your student homepage. Make sure you check this regularly.
When you choose courses, ensure you check for any requirements that apply including:
- prerequisites (courses you have to do before the one you are enrolling in)
- corequisites (courses you have to do at the same time as the one you are enrolling in)
- restrictions (courses that you cannot enrol in if you are completing or have completed another identified similar course)
- location – for instance some distance-based courses still have an on-campus element, so double check that the way the course is taught is suitable for your situation.
Each of our courses has its own webpage where you can find this information. You can use our course search to find course pages.
More information on courses is in the ‘Courses for this programme’ section on this page.
You can find information on application due dates and semester dates on the key dates page.
We look forward to welcoming you to Massey!
If you have any questions, contact us through the Enquire button on this page.
What are courses and credits?
What are courses and credits?
Each Massey programme is made up of courses (in some tertiary institutions they are called ‘papers’).
You will have some compulsory courses and some you can choose from.
Each course is worth a certain amount of credits (often 15 credits, but this does vary). You must gain a set number of credits to be able to graduate from this programme.
There may also be some rules about which courses you need to pass to progress to the next year, or stage, of your study (known as progression). There are also courses you must pass to graduate with a specialisation.
- See the ‘Courses for this programme’ section for the list of courses.
- Courses search
Understanding course numbers
The first three digits of our course numbers show you which subject the course is about.
The second three digits show you the level and course ID number. For instance:
- sub-degree courses are '0' (i.e. xxx.0xx)
- undergraduate study begins at 100-level, (i.e. xxx.1xx)
- as you progress through 200- and 300-level courses this number changes to 2 and 3 respectively. The higher the number that starts the second three digits, the higher the level of study
| 1 | 6 | 2 | . | 3 | 0 | 1 | |
| Subject area | Level | Course ID number | |||||
About electives
Electives are courses that are not compulsory. Certain guidelines are usually provided on courses you may take. Elective courses contribute to the programme, but not to your major or specialisation.
Workload and time management
Use this tool to help determine how much time you will need each week to complete your studies.
Returning students
For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.
In some cases the programme or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these programmes go to the Massey University Calendar.
Please contact us through the Enquire button on this page if you have any questions.
Scholarships and awards
Scholarships related to this programme
There are a number of scholarships available for new and current students. They could relate to your situation, achievement or interest.