Online Graduate Certificate in Agribusiness Supported by the Welge Food Beyond the Farm Initiative

Total credit hours per program: 12 credit hours

Cost per credit hour: $867

Total cost with fees: $10,404

Students need to complete 12 credit hours to earn this certificate. Below are the curriculum requirements: 

Courses	Credit hours
Students need to take at least 3 credit hours from the following College of Agriculture courses:
AGEC 7223: Application of Supply Chain Management in International Agribusiness	3
NFS 7023: Food Safety Management Systems	3
NFS 7024: Food Manufacturing	3
NFS 7025: Food Processing Systems	3
Students need to take at least 3 credit hours from the following E.J. Ourso College of Business courses:
BADM 7020: Managerial Statistics	3
BADM 7030: Financial Accounting	3
BADM 7100: Marketing Management	3

The remaining 6 credit hours can be taken from any of the above courses.

A Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited college or university or the equivalent from a foreign institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on all undergraduate and graduate work already completed. You must provide transcripts for all of the colleges you have attended (regardless of degree completion) and upload copies with your application. Only admitted applicants will be required to send one sealed copy of official transcripts from EACH college and university attended, issued by the institution directly to: 

The Graduate School 
Louisiana State University 
114 West David Boyd 
Baton Rouge, LA 70803

• Include an updated professional resume.
• A one page (maximum) personal perspective to describe why you want to pursue this certificate at LSU.
• One to two letters of recommendation from professional or academic sources who can speak to your capabilities and disposition. For example, if you have significant work experience in a related field, a letter from your supervisor would be appropriate. If you have strong performance in your undergraduate program, a letter from one of your professors would be appropriate. Other sources may be considered as well.
• A GRE or GMAT test score is typically required for admission. Test waivers have been allowed for candidates who meet or exceed the minimum admission requirements. You may submit your application without test scores and the program office will notify you if a waiver is granted or not. 

Additional information about LSU Graduate admission requirements are located here.

• Manager of transportation 
• Logistician
• Supply chain manager
• Distribution system manager
• Business manager 

Students enrolled in this certificate program will learn to use their knowledge of multiple industries to successfully address supply chain and food processing issues.

Learning outcomes include: 

• Gain knowledge of food science packaging and processing issues
• Fully understand how supply chains function, disruptions occur, and solution scenarios
• Understand the relationship between general business practices and the food science industry 

The Graduate Certificate in Agribusiness at LSU is inspired by the late Don Welge’s vision for advancing the nation’s food supply chain. Developed through the Welge Food Beyond the Farm Certificate Fund, this program offers a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between the food sciences and business, making you an invaluable asset in the agribusiness industry. Through a flexible online curriculum and dedicated student support, this program makes it simpler to earn the education you need to advance your career.

This program equips students with an interdisciplinary skill set, preparing them for success in supply chain management, finance, analytics, food safety, and marketing management. Students gain expertise in global supply chain management, trade policies, mathematical modeling, food safety regulations, innovative food technologies, financial analysis, and predictive analytics. Additionally, they learn to hone their decision-making skills through simulated learning in key business functions. This certificate program fulfills Welge's legacy, addressing the critical need for a skilled workforce in the food industry while reflecting LSU's commitment to solving economic challenges.