Specialization: Agribusiness Management
The programme is designed for students interested in developing expertise in managing agriculture-based businesses, including farming inputs, food processing, agri-marketing, and rural supply chains. It combines classroom learning, practical training, project-based work, internships, and industry exposure to prepare students for employment across agribusiness, FMCG, and cooperative sectors.
Duration
2 years
Fees Range
₹10K – ₹15.9 LPA
Avg Salary
₹5.0 LPA – ₹15.6 LPA
Semesters
4
Course Level
Postgraduate
Duration
2 years (4 semesters)
Course Type
Full-time
Admission Process
Entrance exam based (CAT, XAT, NMAT, GATE) and institute-level selection
Eligibility
Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks, preferably in agriculture or related fields
Average Course Fees
INR 10,000 - 15,90,000
Average Starting Salary
INR 7.13 LPA
Min Percentage
50%
Age Limit
No upper age limit
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree from a recognised university, generally with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks. Institutes may prefer candidates with a background in agriculture, horticulture, dairy science, or related fields. A valid entrance exam score such as CAT, XAT, NMAT, or GATE is required, along with institute-level selection processes where applicable.
Complete qualification
Finish a bachelor's degree with the required minimum marks from a recognised university.
Register for entrance exam
Register for the relevant entrance examination or institute-level application process.
Appear for examination
Appear for the entrance exam or selection process as required by the chosen institute.
Counselling
Participate in counselling or admission rounds based on exam scores or merit.
Select institution
Choose preferred institutions based on rank, fees, and placement outcomes.
Document verification
Complete document verification as required by the institute.
Confirm admission
Confirm admission by paying the prescribed course fee.
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Agribusiness Manager
₹7.0 LPA avg
Manages agricultural business operations including procurement, processing, and distribution.
Agri-Marketing Executive
₹5.5 LPA avg
Develops and executes marketing strategies for agricultural products and inputs.
Supply Chain Manager (Agriculture)
₹8.0 LPA avg
Oversees the agri supply chain from farm to market, including logistics and storage.
Rural Marketing Manager
₹6.5 LPA avg
Plans marketing and distribution strategies tailored to rural markets.
Food Processing Business Manager
₹7.5 LPA avg
Manages operations and growth strategy for food processing businesses.
✅ Pros
❌ Cons
International School of Management Research (ISMR), Pune
Fees: ₹4.0 LPA
Symbiosis Institute of International Business (SIIB), Pune
Fees: ₹15.0 LPA
Vaikunth Mehta National Institute of Cooperative Management (VAMNICOM), Pune
Fees: ₹5.0 LPA
Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), Rahuri
Fees: ₹1.0 LPA
MIT World Peace University, Pune
Fees: ₹5.0 LPA
It is a 2-year postgraduate programme combining management principles with agricultural and food business practices for careers in agribusiness.
Candidates need a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks and a valid entrance exam score such as CAT, XAT, or NMAT.
The average starting salary is around INR 7.13 LPA, with the highest reported packages going up to INR 15.64 LPA.
Recruiters include Amul, NDDB, Adani Wilmar, Cargill, Mother Dairy, ITC Limited, Nestle, and Tata Steel, among others.
Graduates can pursue roles such as Agribusiness Manager, Agri-Marketing Executive, Supply Chain Manager, and Rural Marketing Manager.