Department of Agribusiness Management
Welcome to the Department of Agribusiness Management. We cultivate entrepreneurial leaders who apply management principles to agricultural value chains, from farm to market. Integrating digital analytics, supply chain optimisation, and risk management, our programmes empower students to drive profitable and sustainable enterprises. Join us in building a vibrant agribusiness ecosystem for national prosperity.
Message from HOD
Prof. Mmaduabuchukwu Chioma MKPADO
HOD. Department of Agribusiness Management
About the Programme
The programme combines agribusiness economics, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship. Students analyse market trends, develop business plans, and utilise data analytics tools. Focus includes value chain development and international trade. Internships and case studies prepare graduates for agribusiness firms, cooperatives, and policy roles.
Programme Philosophy
The programme recognises agribusiness as the engine of agricultural commercialisation and rural wealth creation. It fuses management science with sector-specific knowledge, emphasising digital transformation, risk mitigation, and sustainable models. Graduates are trained to innovate enterprises, enhance market access, and influence policy, ensuring agriculture’s contribution to inclusive and resilient economies.
Mission of the Department
To develop entrepreneurial expertise in agribusiness for efficient value chains and economic growth.
Vision of the Department
To be a foremost authority in agribusiness education, producing innovative leaders for global markets.
Admission Requirements and Programme Courses
🌾Comprehensive course listings
🌾Programme structure and duration
🌾Graduation and progression requirements
🌾Academic regulations and policies
The Faculty Handbook serves as the official and definitive reference for all programme-related academic information and is periodically reviewed to ensure alignment with University regulations and relevant accrediting bodies.
🌾 Department of Agribusiness Management Career Opportunities
✔Agribusiness Manager
✔Agricultural Marketing Executive
✔Supply Chain and Logistics Officer
✔Agribusiness Development Consultant
✔Farm Business Analyst
✔Agro-Input Distribution Manager
✔Commodity Trading Officer
✔Cooperative and Agribusiness Manager
✔Agricultural Investment Analyst
✔Agribusiness Entrepreneur
Program Courses:
Core Required Courses for all majors:
Year One : 100 Level
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Year Two : 200 Level
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Year Three : 300 Level
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Year Four : 400 Level
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Year Five : 500 Level
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Dept. Contact Info.
Location and Business Hours
Fed. Univ. Oye Campus
- 8:00 am -5:00 pm
- Federal University Oye Ekiti Main Campus
Department Staff Members
Dr. Olufemi Olaitan
Assistant Professor
