Agribusiness, AAS is an Associate Degree program offered by Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny, IA. The program takes 71 credits to complete, with a total tuition of $15,265.
Program Overview
Locations: Ankeny
Pathway: Agriculture, Animals, & Natural Resources
Selected courses in this program are offered at other campuses.
Graduation Requirements: To earn an Agribusiness AAS degree, students must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.
Total Credits Required to Complete this AAS Degree - 71*
What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?: - Operate agricultural equipment. - Exhibit good attitude toward the job. - Work well with customers and other employees. - Manage, lead and train others. - Follow verbal and written directions. - Plan and organize well. - Use math in figuring prices and profits and filling orders. - Understand technical product information and communicate it to others. - Perform a variety of physically demanding activities such as heavy lifting (50 pounds or more).
What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?: - The field is so broad that students may have difficulty determining their area of interest. - Visit your local ag supply outlet for more information. - The primary purpose of the program is for the sale, distribution, supply and service of agricultural supplies, or those entering production agriculture. - You often have a lot of responsibility and work with little supervision. - The work can be dirty, unpleasant at times and sometimes dangerous. - The field changes rapidly and the job you will have 10 years from now may not exist today. - You work long hours when necessary including nights, weekends and holidays. - Average starting salary $40,000 (2014-2015 Placement Report)
Program Competencies: - Apply knowledge of the food and fiber production system - Demonstrate workplace basic skills of communicating, computing, problem-solving, accountability, and display a strong work ethic - Evaluate technical information to make agribusiness decisions - Demonstrate analytical, critical, and creative thinking to pursue new ideas, acquire new knowledge, and make decisions - Engage in industry-recognized organizations and events such as trade shows, conferences, etc. to stay current on issues and technology important to the field - Create collaborative relationships and networks and learn to empower, mentor, and influence others - Assess short-term plan relevant to career or continued education goals
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
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- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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Career Outcomes
What Kind of Work Will You Do?: - Transfer knowledge on products and their uses to customers. - Advise agricultural producers on the special problems they have and the most economical ways of solving them. - Perform calculations for cost estimates, tests and formulas. - Operate and maintain a variety of equipment. - Solicit additional business. - Arrange product displays and develop promotional campaigns. - Perform "housekeeping" chores to keep the work environment neat and orderly. - Attend conferences and meetings and read various trade publications to keep current on developments in the field. - Transfer knowledge on products and their uses to customers. - Advise agricultural producers on the special problems they have and the most economical ways of solving them. - Perform calculations for cost estimates, tests and formulas. - Operate and maintain a variety of equipment. - Solicit additional business. - Arrange product displays and develop promotional campaigns. - Perform "housekeeping" chores to keep the work environment neat and orderly. - Attend conferences and meetings and read various trade publications to keep current on developments in the field.
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide