The BS in Agribusiness is designed for future entrepreneurs, farm owners, agribusiness managers, and innovators who want to master both business leadership and agricultural science. It’s ideal for students who dream of building successful agri-based enterprises and driving sustainable growth in the global food economy. The program requires 120 credits, including 30 credits in general education. The BS program is divided into three phases: Discovery, Journey, and Mastery, with Discovery and Journey providing students with a solid business entrepreneurship foundation. In Mastery, which can take one to two years, students take courses related to food systems and sustainable agriculture.
- Self-paced online learning
- Live Lectures (recorded, in case you miss a session)
- Minimum of 120 credit hours; 35 courses
- Complete coursework within three years
- $300 per year (or $100 to enroll and $25 monthly for 10 months)
OVERVIEW
The BS in Agribusiness combines technical agricultural expertise with entrepreneurial business training. Students learn how to manage farms, launch agribusiness startups, and innovate across the agriculture value chain. With a hands-on, impact-driven curriculum, students graduate prepared to lead sustainable agricultural ventures and grow thriving food-based enterprises.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Become an agribusiness entrepreneur and industry leader, ready to build profitable ventures, transform agriculture, and drive food system innovation:
- How to master core business principles including finance, marketing, and management for agribusiness ventures.
- How to apply agricultural science and technology to create innovative farming and food solutions.
- How to design and operate sustainable farms and food enterprises.
- How to identify market opportunities and launch profitable agri-entrepreneurial ventures.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have completed secondary education or its equivalent and demonstrate English proficiency. We seek students who are passionate about agriculture, innovation, and entrepreneurship. A desire to build businesses and drive positive changes in the food and agricultural sectors is essential. Osiri University will accept up to 60 credits (approximately 20 undergraduate courses) previously taken courses at other universities towards an undergraduate degree. Exemptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.
To begin the enrollment process, please upload a copy of your high school diploma/secondary school certificate or equivalent or an unofficial statement of results showing the subjects you have completed in high/secondary school, along with the administrative fee. After starting classes, ensure that official transcripts/results are sent to the Registrar via email at [email protected], or mailed to The Registrar, 2737 N. 49th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska, USA, 68504, directly from your former institution.
CURRICULUM / COURSES
The BS in Agribusiness curriculum blends agricultural science with practical business skills to prepare students for leadership in the food and farming industries. Courses cover topics like sustainable farming techniques, environmental sustainability, food production technology and entrepreneurship. Students engage in project-based and hands-on learning, building the skills to start and grow their own agribusiness ventures. The program emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and profitability, and empowers students to create impactful solutions for feeding their communities and thriving in the global food economy.
DISCOVERY
HUMA 300 Ubuntu Mind (GedEd)
BICE 102 Principles of Management
BICE 103 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Venture Creation
BICE 104 Media Writing (GedEd)
BICE 105 Global Issues (GedEd)
BICE 201 Global Entrepreneurial Environment
BICE 106 Basic Mathematics (GedEd)
BICE 107 Financial Literacy (GedEd)
BICE 202 Entrepreneurial Marketing
BICE 203 Entrepreneurship and Innovation
CSIS 101 Introduction to Computers (GedEd)
BICE 108 Principles of Project Management (6 credits)
BICE 204 Principles of Economics (6 credits) (GenEd)
Total Credits: 45
JOURNEY
BICE 300 Principles of Communication (GedEd)
BICE 205 Theories of Entrepreneurship
BICE 301 Business Strategy for Sustainability
BICE 302 Sustainable Leadership
BICE 206 Statistics (GedEd)
BICE 303 Supply Chain Management
CSIS 302 Data Ethics and Governance
HUMA 210 Happiness (GenEd)
BICE 304 Global Sustainable Human Resource Management
BICE 305 Law and Ubuntu
BICE 207 Biographical Studies of Entrepreneurial Thinkers and Giants
BICE 306 Leading with Accounting and Finance
BICE 401 Business Opportunity Scouting and Evaluation (6 credits)
Total Credits: 42
MASTERY
BICE 401 International Business and Management (6 credit)
ASNR 300 Food Safety and Preservation
ASNR 301 Environmental Sustainability
ASNR 302 Managing Agriculture in Changing Global Climate
ASNR 303 Applied Techniques in Sustainable Horticulture
ASNR 304 Advanced Food Production Innovation and Technology
BICE 402 Research Methods (6 credits)
BICE 403 Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development (6 credits)
Total Credits: 30