Programmes

Master of Business Administration – Agri-Business Management| MBA-Agri-Business Management

DYP-SBMR offers a two-year, full-time MBA in Agri-Business Management, tailored for students passionate about driving innovation and growth in the agriculture industry. This program is designed to develop dynamic managers with a deep understanding of both agricultural practices and essential business functions, preparing them to tackle the unique challenges of this sector. The curriculum blends core concepts, hands-on tools, and industry-relevant skills, providing students with a solid foundation in the operational and strategic aspects of agri-business.

Vision of the Department
Empowering Global Management Professionals for a Dynamic Business Landscape.
Mission of the Department
  1. To equip the students with the knowledge, skills, and leadership capabilities to lead organizations
  2. To foster innovation and adaptability for thriving in dynamic global business landscape,
  3. To promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development
  4. To inculcate values of leading with integrity and purpose.
Key Information
Programme Duration:
2 Years Divided into 4 Semesters
DTE Choice code:
610410110
Course Type:
Masters
Mode of Study:
Full Time
Intake:
30
Admission:
As Per the DTE Procedure

Eligiblity: Minimum 50% marks in any bachelor’s degree or equivalent and non-zero score in MH CET/ CAT/ CMAT/XAT/ MAT/ATMA/ PERA CET/Entrance Test of DYP DPU.


Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs):
  1. PEO1: Graduates of the MBA program will successfully integrate core, cross-functional and inter-disciplinary aspects of management theories, models and frameworks with the real-world practices and the sector specific nuances to provide solutions to real world business, policy and social issues in a dynamic and complex world.
  2. PEO2: Graduates of the MBA program will possess excellent communication skills, excel in cross-functional, multidisciplinary, multi-cultural teams, and have an appreciation for local, domestic and global contexts so as to manage continuity, change, risk, ambiguity and complexity.
  3. PEO3: Graduates of the MBA program will be appreciative of the significance of Indian ethos and values in managerial decision making and exhibit value centered leadership.
  4. PEO4: Graduates of the MBA program will be ready to engage in successful career pursuits covering a broad spectrum of areas in corporate, non-profit organizations, public policy, entrepreneurial ventures and engage in lifelong learning.
  5. PEO5: Graduates of the MBA program will be recognized in their chosen fields for their managerial competence, creativity & innovation, integrity & sensitivity to local and global issues of social relevance and earn the trust & respect of others as inspiring, effective and ethical leaders, managers, entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs and change agents.
Programme Outcomes (PO):

Here’s a revised version of the program outcomes tailored specifically for the MBA in Agri-Business Management:

  1. Generic and Domain Knowledge: Ability to articulate, illustrate, analyze, synthesize, and apply knowledge of principles, frameworks, and key concepts related to business and economics, with a focus on agricultural practices, market trends, and supply chain dynamics.
  1. Problem Solving & Innovation: Ability to identify, formulate, and provide innovative solutions to complex real-world challenges in agri-business by systematically applying modern AI, ML, and both quantitative and qualitative problem-solving tools and techniques.
  1. Critical Thinking: Ability to investigate multidisciplinary agri-business problems using research-based knowledge and scientific inquiry methods to arrive at data-driven decisions that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability.
  1. Effective Communication: Ability to effectively communicate in cross-cultural settings and technology-mediated environments, particularly within the agri-business context, engaging with stakeholders, farmers, policymakers, and the community.
  1. Leadership and Teamwork: Ability to collaborate within agricultural organizations and across various sectors, leading oneself and others in achieving organizational goals while optimizing outcomes for all stakeholders in the agri-business ecosystem.
  1. Global Orientation and Cross-Cultural Appreciation: Ability to approach agricultural issues from a global perspective, demonstrating an appreciation for cross-cultural aspects of agri-business management and recognizing diverse agricultural practices worldwide.
  1. Entrepreneurship: Ability to identify entrepreneurial opportunities in the agri-business sector and leverage managerial and leadership skills for founding, leading, and managing startups or scaling family-owned agricultural enterprises.
  1. Environment and Sustainability: Ability to demonstrate knowledge of sustainable agricultural practices and assess the impact of managerial decisions on societal, economic, and environmental aspects, promoting responsible agri-business operations.
  1. Social Responsiveness and Ethics: Ability to appreciate the ethical and value underpinnings of managerial choices in the agri-business sector, recognizing the significance of social responsibility and acting with integrity in a politically and culturally diverse environment.
  1. Life-Long Learning: Ability to operate independently in new agricultural contexts, continuously acquiring and assimilating new knowledge and skills relevant to the evolving challenges and opportunities in agri-business management.
Semester-wise Distribution of Credits

Semester

Generic Core

Generic Elective

Specialization Core

Specialization Elective

Non-Credit Mandatory

SIP/Field Project/OJT

Total

1

12

6

6

4

 

0

28

2

12

4

6

4

0

0

26

3

12

2

6

4

0

9

33

4

6

4

0

0

 

3

13

Total

42

16

18

12

0

12

100