MKP5730

Agribusiness II

(BUS)

Dr Lawrie Dooley

6 points + One-week module + First semester + Peninsula + Prerequisites: MKP9720 and MKP9710

Synopsis: Description, analysis and evaluation of the characteristics and performance of agribusiness subsectors and institutions. Marketing alternatives and futures markets. Analyse alternative investment opportunities within agribusiness and production agriculture and explore finance alternatives.

Assessment: Review paper (2000 words): 20% + Case study (2000 words): 20% + Class presentation: 10% + Examination (3 hours): 50%