MBA Agribusiness MBA at Anglia Ruskin University

Programme overview

Explore the business of food and how it’s produced, distributed and consumed. Study at ARU in Writtle and prepare for a career in innovation. Course durations vary slightly: 12 months (September starts), or 15 months (January starts).

Duration: 1 year full-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027, January 2027 | Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Learn and apply professional skills as you explore sustainable food systems. You’ll focus on the efficient use of resources, postharvest practices and supply chain management to reduce waste and environmental impact. Year 1: Sustainable Global Business Management and Circular Economics, Postharvest Systems Management, Food Marketing and Value Chain Management, Applied Research (Methods) for Managers, Food Security and Sustainable Farm Management, Strategic Management, Controlled Environment Agriculture, Leading Sustainable Change Strategies and Innovation in Food Systems.

Career pathways

Prepare to take on leadership roles in a rapidly changing industry. You’ll graduate with critical skills in sustainability, circular economics and strategic management, opening doors to careers in agribusiness, food supply chains, policy and sustainability consulting.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first degree, with honours, in a related subject such as agriculture, horticulture or environmental sciences and at a minimum final classification of lower second (2:2) or equivalent. Applicants with a first honours degree in another discipline but with significant work experience will also be considered. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 ( Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,275 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: UK students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

International applicants: GBP 18,825 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: International students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

Intake: September 2027, January 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/apply-online?course=&route=p1311

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