Agricultural Leadership Program
Commitment to
Our Degree Programs & InternshipsThe agricultural leadership major offers 18 hours of electives, allowing students ample flexibility to pursue personal interests.
Bachelor's Degree
You have the option to select a predefined emphasis area or work with your faculty advisor to customize your plan of study.
Major Options
- Extension Education
- General
- International Studies
Master's Degrees
Major Options
- Agricultural Education and Leadership (M.S.)
- Agricultural Leadership (M.Ag.)
Internships
You will complete an internship or prior to graduation. The opportunity to work at a business or organization will better prepare you for the workforce.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What careers can I persue with a degree in agricultural leadership?
Leadership is the number one attribute employers seek in new college graduates closely followed by the ability to work in a team, according to a 2016 study conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers. Agricultural leadership graduates can look forward to working in one or more of the following fields:
- Association management
- Corporate agriculture
- Extension education
- Farm and ranch management
- Higher education administration
- Human resource development
- Leadership education and training
- Management consulting
- Policy and law
- Rural community development
- Sales and marketing
- Student development
- How many students are in agricultural leadership?
With about 50 students from 9 states, our program is close-knit and personalized.
- What courses will I take?
View our course requirements page for a full list of courses.
- What is advising like in agricultural leadership?
Agricultural leadership advisers, like all advisers in the Ferguson College of Agriculture, are faculty who advise, teach courses and are involved professionally in the ag leadership field. Advisers assist students in identifying their career objectives and in reaching career preparation goals.
Our program is known for our laid back, family atmosphere, which is evident in the close relationship between and among our faculty and students. It just takes one visit to see "There is something special about the 4th floor of Ag Hall."
- What student organizations can I join?We have a wide range of student organizations to assist students in gaining the leadership, interpersonal and professional skills needed for a successful career and personal fulfillment.