Agri-Business Science Technology | Western Technical College

Agri-Business Science Technology

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Associate Degree

Program Number: 

100062

Credits: 

60.00
Financial Aid Eligible

Typical Start: 

Fall, Spring

Agriculture is changing and it's changing fast. Farmers today have to compete in a global economy and keep pace with some of the most sophisticated technology available. For the person with an interest in crop and livestock production, as well as a talent for the technical side of the business, this field needs you!

Through the Agri-Business and Science Technology program, you'll develop valuable skills to help farmers and farm managers increase profitability and efficiency or help you in the management of your own farm operation. Feed and fertilizer plants, grain elevator merchants, and farm supply businesses are all looking for people with knowledge of agribusiness. Opportunities also exist in the areas of conservation, consulting, and farm management. This degree program includes an internship in agribusiness.

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Estimated Program Costs

Estimated Program Cost

Agri-Business Science Technology

This program will cost about $9,849* based on tuition and basic program fees. There may be additional fees for books, materials, and testing. For more information on tuition costs, view the Tuition page or Cost of Attendance document.

* Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Graduation Employment Stats

Agri-Business Science Technology 2021, 2022, & 2023 Graduation Employment Stats

Graduates21
Graduates Responding7
Employed in Related Occupation2
Employed in Non-related Occupations5
Seeking Employment0
Continuing Education0
Not in Labor Market0

Salary Data - Related Employment

Part TimeFull Time
Responding11
Average Hours Per Week1540
Average Hourly Wage$12.75 $15.00
Hourly Wage Range
Average Annual Salary

Respondents in Related Occupations

  • Parts Advisor

Career Opportunities

Agriculture Technician
Agronomy Technician
Feed Mill Technician
Herdsperson
Dairy Production Technician
Agronomy Sales Specialist
Crop Scout

Program Outcomes

  • Living responsibly
  • Refining professionalism
  • Cultivating passion
  • Interact as a professional in Agribusiness
  • Investigate opportunities in Agribusiness
  • Apply relevant technologies
  • Apply economic and marketing strategies to Agribusiness Industry
  • Develop an Agribusiness Management Plan
  • Create a Crop Management Plan
  • Create a Livestock Management Plan

Admission Requirements

College Requirements

Application
$30 Application Fee

Software and Technology

This program requires specific software and technology to complete classwork. Click here to see the list of items you will need for your courses.

If you do not have access to the items listed for your program, or if the items you have do not meet the requirements, resources may be available. Submit a Student Resource Request using our online form.

Internet access is required to access student accounts from off campus. The Learning Commons can provide information on free, off-campus Wi-Fi spots. Contact them at LearningCommons@westerntc.edu or call 608-785-9198.

For additional specifications, please review Technology and Software Recommendations for Most Classes on Western’s IT Knowledgebase.

Transfer Agreements

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
Viterbo University

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