The Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences at La Trobe University is a dual degree program focused on the practical application of commerce skills in the agricultural industry. It combines study in business disciplines such as economics, management, and marketing with a comprehensive understanding of the science underpinning agriculture.
The program aims to develop graduates with a solid foundation in agricultural sciences, equipped with business capabilities pertinent to industries that serve and support agriculture. Students gain necessary skills to manage and contribute to crucial decisions about crop production, protection, market supply, resource conservation, and sustainable agricultural practice.
The overall course duration is typically five years of full-time study, in which students can choose from multiple commerce majors like Accounting, Economics, Management, Marketing, etc. Depending on enrollment and subject to prior learning, it could be possible to complete this double degree in less than five years. Practical learning is incorporated through projects, presentations, and internships.
Graduates from this combined program can look forward to a range of career opportunities in sectors as diverse as agribusiness, finance and banking, commodity trading, agricultural advisory services, and policy development. This program provides an effective combination of skills and knowledge to help graduates make a real impact on the agricultural industry.