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Master of Science (M.Sc) in
International Agribusiness

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Course Overview

Master of Science (MSc) in International Agribusiness

The Master of Science (MSc) in International Agribusiness is an advanced postgraduate programme designed to build analytical, managerial, and strategic competence for operating within global agrifood systems. The programme provides a strong interdisciplinary foundation in international agribusiness economics, global value chains, trade dynamics, policy environments, and cross border enterprise management. The MSc equips students with the conceptual frameworks and applied skills required to understand how agricultural and food businesses function in an increasingly interconnected global economy. Emphasis is placed on market structures, institutional influences, sustainability considerations, and competitiveness, enabling students to critically examine real world challenges facing international agribusiness firms, development organisations, and policy actors. Learning is reinforced through case-based analysis and applied research. The programme is designed for graduates and early to mid career professionals seeking leadership roles in agribusiness enterprises, export-oriented firms, development agencies, and public sector institutions. Students receive training in applied qualitative and quantitative research methods and complete a supervised research project addressing a contemporary issue in international agribusiness. Graduates of the MSc in International Agribusiness develop the capacity to operate effectively in global markets, support evidence-based decision making, and contribute to competitive and sustainable agribusiness development. With Africa’s growing integration into global food systems, the programme offers a strong platform for professionals engaging with international trade, innovation, and food system transformation.

What Makes this MSc Program Unique

Strong International Agribusiness Orientation

A globally focused master’s programme centred on international agribusiness, global food systems, cross border trade, and agrifood value chains. The curriculum equips students with practical insight into how agribusiness enterprises and institutions operate across diverse markets and regulatory environments.

Applied and Practice Oriented Structure

The programme is structured to balance academic rigour with real world application, combining core theory, case based learning, and applied analysis. Students develop problem solving and decision-making skills that can be immediately deployed in professional agribusiness settings.

Research Informed Professional Training

Students are trained in applied qualitative and quantitative research methods, culminating in a supervised research project focused on a contemporary international agribusiness challenge. This approach strengthens analytical capability while maintaining strong relevance to industry and policy practice.

Flexible Professional Friendly Delivery

Designed to accommodate working professionals, the programme offers a flexible learning format that allows students to advance their academic and career goals without unnecessary disruption to professional commitments.

Academic Structure

Course Code

Course Title

AGR 701
Agribusiness Innovation and Entrepreneurship
AGR 702
Strategic Food and Agribusiness Management
AGR 703
Digital Transformation in Agribusiness Operations
AGR 704
Financial Accounting for Agribusiness Managers
AGR 705
Agribusiness Risk Management
AGR 706
Business Analytics and Big Data in Agribusiness
HRM 726
Human Resources Management
POM 702
Operations Management
BUS 717
Business Law

Course Code

Course Title

AGR 711
Agribusiness and the Global Food Economy
AGR 712
Food and Nutrition Entrepreneurship
AGR 713
Food Supply Chain and Operations Management
AGR 714
Managerial Economics for Agrifood Managers
AGR 715
Research Methodology in Agribusiness Management
AGR 716
Agribusiness Sales and Marketing Dynamics
AGR 717
Project Management in Agribusiness
AGR 718
Strategic Farm Management
ÀGR 719
Global Commodities and Food Value Chains

Course Code

Course Title

AGR 729
Seminar
AGR 730
Thesis

Brief Curriculum Of Some Of The Core Modules

Agribusiness and the Global Food Economy
This course explores the positioning of agribusiness within the evolving global food economy, analysing how shifts in consumer behaviour, production systems, trade flows, and retail innovation are reshaping the sector. Students will examine how agribusiness leaders can strategically navigate these dynamics to create competitive advantage in a rapidly changing global marketplace.
Digital Transformation in Agribusiness Operations
This course introduces students to the digital technologies reshaping agribusiness, from precision agriculture and IoT to blockchain, AI, and data analytics. It explores how digital tools are revolutionizing production, marketing, finance, and sustainability tracking across value chains. Students will gain insight into how to lead and manage digital transformation projects, leverage digital platforms for market access, and harness technology to drive operational efficiency and strategic growth.
Food Supply Chain and Operations Management
This course equips students with a systems-level understanding of how food moves from farm to fork. It covers the design, coordination, and optimization of supply chain processes—including sourcing, storage, processing, logistics, and distribution. Students will explore key concepts in supply chain resilience, quality control, inventory management, and cold chain operations, with a focus on improving efficiency, reducing losses, and ensuring food safety across diverse market environments.
Strategic Food and Agribusiness Management
This course focuses on the strategic frameworks and decision-making tools essential for leading agrifood enterprises in competitive and dynamic environments. Students will explore business model innovation, strategic positioning, portfolio management, and growth strategy within the context of food and agribusiness systems. Emphasis is placed on aligning organizational resources, market intelligence, and leadership to drive long-term value, profitability, and sustainability.
Agribusiness Risk
Management
This course introduces students to the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across agribusiness operations. From climate volatility and market price fluctuations to policy shifts and supply chain disruptions, students will explore tools for managing uncertainty and enhancing business resilience. Topics include enterprise risk mapping, financial hedging, insurance mechanisms, and strategic contingency planning tailored to the agrifood context.
Strategic Farm
Management
This module provides students with practical and analytical tools for managing farms as strategic business enterprises. It covers farm planning, resource allocation, input-output optimization, labour and machinery management, and financial performance analysis. Emphasis is placed on making data-driven decisions that enhance productivity, profitability, and long-term sustainability in diverse farming systems.
Financial Accounting for Agribusiness Managers
This course equips students with the fundamentals of financial accounting, tailored to the agribusiness context. Students will learn to interpret financial statements, track cash flows, manage cost structures, and assess financial health across farm and agrifood enterprises. The module emphasizes practical tools for decision-making, budgeting, and performance evaluation in agricultural operations and value chains.
Food and Nutrition Entrepreneurship
This course explores the intersection of nutrition, innovation, and enterprise development. Students will learn how to identify market opportunities in the functional foods and health-oriented product space, design consumer-centric offerings, and build scalable food ventures. Topics include product formulation, regulatory pathways, branding, go-to-market strategies, and financing models for nutrition-focused startups within emerging and global markets.
Business Analytics and Big Data in Agribusiness
This course introduces students to data-driven decision-making in the agribusiness landscape. It covers the use of analytics tools and big data technologies to uncover insights, predict trends, and optimize operations. Students will explore applications in yield forecasting, supply chain efficiency, consumer behavior analysis, and investment strategy—developing the capacity to turn complex data into strategic agrifood advantage.

Research Groups

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in International Agribusiness is a rigorous and intellectually demanding doctoral program designed to advance scholarly understanding of global agrifood systems, international markets, trade dynamics, policy frameworks, and enterprise performance across borders.
Track 1

Agribusiness Strategy, Leadership, and Enterprise Growth

This track focuses on how agribusiness firms, ranging from growth-stage startups to multinational food corporations, can craft competitive strategies, manage complex organizational structures, and build enduring leadership models. Students pursuing this track often explore strategic positioning, enterprise scalability, corporate governance, and innovation capacity. The track is ideal for executives aiming to transform agribusiness ventures into high-performing, resilient institutions with regional or global impact.
Track 2

Global Trade, Policy, and Market Systems Development

This track explores the institutional, regulatory, and economic forces that shape agrifood markets across national and regional boundaries. It is particularly relevant for candidates interested in how trade policies, government interventions, and development programs impact value chain competitiveness and market access. Research may focus on the implementation of AfCFTA, the design of inclusive market systems, or the effectiveness of public-private partnerships in unlocking agricultural investment. This track is ideal for professionals in policymaking, trade facilitation, donor programs, or agri-development strategy who seek to influence systemic reform and regional integration.
Track 3

Digital Transformation and AgriTech Innovation

Focused on the technological frontier of agribusiness, this track examines how digital innovations are reshaping the way food is produced, distributed, financed, and consumed. Candidates may explore the strategic application of blockchain in traceability systems, precision farming technologies, AI-powered decision tools, digital market platforms, or IoT-based production systems. This track is designed for executives and advisors leading digital transformation projects or building technology-enabled business models in agriculture. Research under this theme contributes to advancing digital inclusion, operational efficiency, and data-driven enterprise agility in agrifood ecosystems.
Track 4

Sustainability, ESG, and Climate-Smart Agribusiness

This track addresses the growing demand for agribusinesses to operate responsibly and sustainably in the face of climate risk and global ESG expectations. Candidates will explore how environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks can be embedded into agrifood strategies—balancing profitability with purpose. Possible research themes include regenerative agriculture, carbon farming, climate risk assessment, social impact investing, circular economy approaches, and ESG disclosure standards. The track suits professionals working on environmental stewardship, sustainable value chains, or organizational transformation toward green growth and resilience.
Track 5

Agribusiness Finance, Investment, and Risk Governance

This track focuses on the financial underpinnings of modern agribusiness. It investigates how enterprises can access and manage capital, structure investment deals, and navigate risk in uncertain operating environments. Candidates may examine models of blended finance, venture capital in agriculture, microfinance innovation, agricultural insurance products, or enterprise risk management systems. The track is ideal for CFOs, investment analysts, donor program leads, and entrepreneurs who manage or advise on agribusiness financing and risk architecture. It prepares candidates to design finance strategies that unlock growth while managing volatility and long-term financial health.
Track 6

Human Capital, Organizational Culture, and Workforce Transformation

This track delves into the people dimension of agribusiness leadership—where organizational success is often determined by culture, leadership behavior, and talent alignment. Candidates may investigate how to build high-performing teams, design inclusive workplace cultures, drive innovation through people, or manage workforce transitions in digitally evolving agribusiness firms. Themes such as gender leadership, workforce upskilling, and organizational agility are central to this track. It is particularly suitable for senior leaders overseeing human capital development, enterprise transformation, or institutional performance improvement across the agrifood sector.

Final Award

The Final Award on this program is Master of Science (MSc) in International Agribusiness of Lead City University, Ibadan.

Program Duration

18 Months (Three Semesters)

Admission Requirement

A Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related disciplines, Business, Management, or other closely related fields.

Application Documents

• A detailed resume
• Copies of all academic qualifications
• Three reference letters
• 4 Passport photographs
• Academic transcripts of previously obtained degrees

Mode of Study

Blended

Tuition

N550,000 per Semester

Interested In Enrolling?

Interested in enrolling for our Master of Science (MSc) in International Agribusiness program of Lead City University Ibadan, complete the pre-application form below.
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Once submitted, the Program Directorate will schedule a pre-admission screening session. Upon successful completion, you will be invited to complete the full application process. Early application is strongly advised due to limited cohort sizes.

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