The Master of Science in Agricultural Business and Leadership at Wilmington College prepares professionals to lead and innovate in today’s dynamic agricultural industries. This fully online graduate program uniquely combines agricultural business, leadership development, and strategic communication, equipping graduates with the skills employers seek to get a leg up across the industry.
Designed with working professionals in mind, the program offers flexible online coursework with start terms in fall, spring, and summer, allowing students to progress at an accelerated pace or take one course at a time. The 31‑credit curriculum emphasizes applied analysis, decision‑making, and leadership in the global food and agricultural system.
A hallmark of the program is its experiential learning component, where students apply coursework in real‑world settings aligned with their career goals. Students also benefit from access to Wilmington College’s nationally recognized Academic Farm, reinforcing the College’s hands‑on, career‑ready approach to graduate education.
Whether advancing your current career or preparing for leadership roles in agribusiness, agricultural marketing, or rural development, Wilmington College’s online master’s in agricultural business and leadership offers a practical, flexible path forward.
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Wesley Nye, Class of 2023
“The flexibility of online learning with a focus on agricultural leadership and business piques my interest, as I want to deepen my understanding of stewardship in the industry and further support young ag students with their learning goals.”
Curriculum
Semester 1
| Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|
| First Year Graduate Seminar | 1 credit |
| Research Methods | 3 credits |
| Foundations of Agricultural Business and Agri Communities | 3 credits |
Semester 2
| Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|
| Experiential Learning in Agriculture* | 6 credits |
| Problems and Policies in the Agricultural Sector | 3 credits |
| Process Improvement, Planning and Execution | 3 credits |
Semester 3
| Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|
| Leadership Theory and Behavior | 3 credits |
| Agricultural Development | 3 credits |
| Data Analysis and Presentation Seminar | 3 credits |
| Business Ethics and Diversity | 3 credits |
Get Real-World Experience at the WC Academic Farm
A hallmark of the program is its experiential learning component, in which students apply coursework in real‑world, internship‑style settings aligned with their career goals. Students’ research will benefit from access to Wilmington College’s nationally recognized 287-acre Academic Farm and associated facilities, reinforcing the College’s hands‑on, career‑ready approach to graduate education.
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Whether advancing one’s current career or preparing for leadership roles in agribusiness, agricultural marketing or rural development, the College’s online Master of Science in Agricultural Business and Leadership offers a practical, flexible path forward. Contact us to learn more!
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Elise Snarr, Class of 2025
"As an alumnus of Wilmington College, I was excited to learn about the creation of the new master's program for agriculture business and leadership because I know the material has been crafted by educators who care and are invested in bettering the minds of students."
