Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agricultural Economics in Agribusiness Management
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About this qualification
This is a 480-credit, NQF Level 8 bachelor's degree focused on applying agricultural economics and agribusiness management to the agriculture sector. It was originated by the University of Pretoria and falls within the Primary Agriculture subfield of the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF).
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in the economic, commercial and management dimensions of agriculture might consider this qualification. It may be relevant to learners seeking advanced undergraduate study in agricultural economics and agribusiness management, subject to the institution's published admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further work or study related to agricultural economics, agribusiness management and the commercial management of agricultural activities. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Agricultural economic analysis
- Agribusiness management
- Commercial reasoning in an agricultural context
- Applying business perspectives to agriculture
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agricultural Economics in Agribusiness Management
- SAQA ID
- 6465
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
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