BSc in Agricultural Food Business Management
Contact:
Warren Elgersma
Chairperson
Program Information
E-mail: inquire@rdc.ab.ca
Phone: 403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising.
One-Year University Pre-Professional Program
Students in BSc Agricultural/Food Business Management will choose one specialization: Agricultural Business Management, Food Processing Business Management, or Food Service Business Management. This must be chosen before entering third year, but may be chosen as early as the beginning of the first year.
Related Careers
Agricultural/Food Business Management graduates develop a strong understanding of business concepts and principles as applied to either the agricultural industry or the food industry. Graduates have a basic knowledge of the technical processes involved.
The Program
The RDC program is a pre-professional year that prepares the student for admission to the degree program. Normally, three additional years of study are required.
Transfer Features
The courses in this program can be transferred in full to BSc Agricultural/Food Business Management at University of Alberta. Refer to University of Alberta calendar for the complete listing of courses under the Faculty of Agricultural, Life, and Environmental Sciences.
Admission Requirements
- Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.
1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. Biology 30
b. Chemistry 30
c. ELA 30-1
d. Mathematics 30-1
e. Subject from Group A, B, C or D
OR
2. Mature Student
You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. Biology 30
b. Chemistry 30
c. ELA 30-1
d. Mathematics 30-1
Program Content
Please note these credits are U of A credits.
University of Alberta
Suggested Pattern Year 1
Agriculture Business Management/Food Business Management
Program Cost Estimates