Graduate Certificate - Coursera Based
$4,164
Online
12 Credit Hours
Fall or Spring
Bachelor's degree required
Master economic principles in agribusiness and sustainability.
Integrate sustainability into business models for innovation.
Boost career prospects with expertise in food production economics.
This online graduate certificate is for early- to mid-career professionals aiming to enhance their expertise in agribusiness management, food production economics, and sustainability.
The program offers comprehensive courses that cover global food production and the distribution of agricultural commodities and food products.
You will dive into financing and risk management in agricultural production and explore various contemporary challenges in the food and agriculture sector.
Upon completing this certificate, you will:
Gain the knowledge and practical experience needed to excel in your field and create meaningful impact.
Immerse yourself in expert-led learning, where each course is delivered by industry veterans who bring a wealth of real-world experience to their instruction. Our instructors not only share their extensive knowledge but also offer personalized insights tailored to your unique goals. Engage with cutting-edge technologies and interactive tools that make learning both dynamic and practical. By leveraging their expertise, you'll gain actionable skills and insights directly applicable to your career advancement.
Professor
Gardner Hinderliter Professor of Farm Management
Fruin Professor in Land Economics and Director of TIAA Center for Farmland Research
Instructor
Instructor
Senior Lecturer
The Agribusiness and Sustainable Food Production Economics Certificate is a 12-credit hour program consisting of four credit-bearing graduate courses and six Coursera components.
To earn this certificate, you'll complete the following:
ACE 544 – Global Agriculture and Supply Chains
Coursera components:
ACE 545 – Risk and Decision-Making in Agriculture
Coursera components:
ACE 546 – Agriculture as an Asset Class
Coursera component:
ACE 547 – Modern Issues in Food & Agriculture
Coursera component:
To apply for a graduate certificate program, you'll need to start an online application through the University of Illinois Graduate College.
The following items are required for your application:
Our online education is flexible and accessible, enabling learners to advance their careers, develop new skills, and connect with peers.