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The MBA in Agribusiness offers high-level executive training for those who need to incorporate management tools with a strategic vision of the sector, through a practical and applicable approach from day one.
By analyzing real-world case studies from companies in the sector, you will practice your decision-making. With a foundation in economics, finance, and business, you will develop your skills in managing teams and risks, interpreting markets and technologies, and leading projects or organizations with a holistic perspective.
With 20 years of experience and international recognition , this master's program trains leaders capable of managing modern, sustainable and competitive agribusinesses, prepared to face a challenging and constantly evolving scenario.
Case method: Through more than 140 real cases from national and international companies across the entire agro-industrial complex, participants develop decision-making skills.
International perspective: With the purpose of acquiring a global vision of agribusiness management, MBA in Agribusiness students participate in an international academic residency abroad.
Innovation: The program's content is constantly being updated because the faculty of the MBA in Agribusiness actively participates in building the scientific and technological innovation ecosystem of the region, leading projects linked to the bioeconomy and technology applied to agriculture.
Academic faculty expertise: We have a faculty with extensive experience across the entire agribusiness value chain, who combine their time between teaching, research and professional work.
Networking: Upon graduating from the MBA program, you will become part of the alumni community of the Universidad Austral and you will have access to the national and international connections maintained by the Agribusiness and Food Center of this institution.
Comprehensive vision: The program is designed to help participants acquire a systemic and integrated mental model of the business.
“I chose to pursue a Master's degree in Agribusiness at the Universidad Austral because of its academic quality and prestige. I was sure the training was going to be very good and in fact it exceeded my expectations. I was able to obtain the necessary tools to perform better in the professional world.
Likewise, I find the networking space it offers very valuable. It's very positive to meet people from other business areas, other regions of the country, and even other countries. The diversity and synergy of the different profiles is very enriching.”
“If I had to recommend the Master's in Agribusiness of Universidad Austral I would do it because of the significant impact it has on the professional and personal development of each of us who take it. Learning through the case method equips you with tools that you can easily and quickly apply to your work life. It's a very valuable study method. In addition, networking is another of its strengths. Every week I consult with one of my former classmates about a specific topic.”
“I chose to pursue a Master's degree in Agribusiness at Universidad Austral "I was looking to expand my existing skills, and this program offered what I couldn't find elsewhere: its focus on agribusiness, a high-quality faculty, networking opportunities with top-level professionals, and a learning environment that challenges you to think differently, improve your decision-making, and analyze various problems."
“I wholeheartedly recommend the Master's in Agribusiness. It's truly worthwhile. The most enriching aspect was being able to compare the company I work for with situations other companies have faced, learn about different experiences and circumstances, and discuss in class the decisions that were made and how others solved different problems. Plus, we formed a fantastic group. Regardless of whether or not a business partnership might develop between us in the future, the real value lies in knowing you have a new group of friends, a contact in a specific field you can ask for information. I'd say networking is everything.”
This academic program is designed for agricultural entrepreneurs, managers, middle managers, producers, consultants, professionals, and key players throughout the agri-food chain who seek to broaden their strategic vision and strengthen their decision-making capacity.
Addressing the real needs of the sector, such as professionalizing management, interpreting increasingly dynamic markets, integrating new technologies, developing teams, optimizing commercial and production processes, and anticipating scenarios that demand efficiency, innovation, and sustainability.
Those working in agriculture find in this MBA training that allows them to organize and scale their projects, incorporate fundamentals for decision-making, understand the global logic of the business, diversify risks, manage talent, analyze investments and lead transformations in a context where change is constant.
The diverse range of profiles creates a strong and active professional network that extends far beyond the coursework. Each year, more than 40 students per cohort, from different regions of Argentina and Latin America, representing family businesses, SMEs, large corporations, and their own ventures, join this community.
By combining management tools such as finance, managerial accounting, marketing, operations and leadership, with simulators, real cases and current problems in the sector, you will learn and develop skills for making decisions with greater clarity, foundation and strategic judgment.
You will gain a systemic view of the value chain, understanding how production, logistics, commodity markets, emerging technologies, financing, innovation, and international trends are interconnected. This perspective will help you anticipate risks, identify opportunities, and design robust strategies for different contexts and types of companies.
You will acquire concrete methods and tools to analyze investments, manage costs, trade futures and options, evaluate projects, interpret global markets, lead people and teams, and apply management control models geared towards the agri-food business.
You will develop your ability to lead projects and business units, integrating sustainability, bioeconomy, innovation, and change management criteria. You will strengthen your critical thinking and your capacity to make decisions that improve the competitiveness, efficiency, and future prospects of companies, fields, or your own ventures.
The Academic Residency is an intensive experience that allows participants to connect their Master's degree learning with the global realities of the agri-food sector. For one week, students will:
In short, the residency combines academic training, exposure to real-world cases, and dialogue with industry leaders, allowing participants to compare their local professional experience with global dynamics. The result is a broader, more strategic, and up-to-date perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing agribusiness worldwide.
The Executive Simulator is an intensive elective course that allows students to put theory into practice through the simulated management of a company in a competitive, dynamic, and challenging environment. During the experience, participants assume managerial roles and must make strategic decisions in response to various scenarios.
Throughout the exercise, teams work with economic, financial, production, and environmental data, analyzing alternatives, assessing risks, and developing strategies to improve their companies' performance. The process includes negotiations with real banks and unions and is evaluated by a board of actual company executives, who guide, challenge, and enrich each group's decisions.
Among the main lessons learned from the experience are:
The simulator is designed as a management laboratory where participants integrate knowledge, face realistic pressure, and strengthen their leadership skills. It is a key experience that prepares future graduates to lead effectively in an increasingly challenging and global agri-food sector.
This master's program consists of 3 days every 3 weeks :
The modality is in person at our headquarters Rosario and the City of Buenos AiresIn case students are unable to attend, the university has classrooms available. HyFlex, allowing the course to be held remotely through the Zoom platform.
This modality offers flexible learning experiences, adapted to professional and personal needs, without losing the interaction and group work that characterize a face-to-face program.
To apply for the Master's program, applicants must have:
In addition, it will be necessary to submit a CV and complete an admissions interview.
To complete registration, the student must submit the required documentation. Failure to do so on time and in the correct format will result in the student not being allowed to advance to the next grade or take the exams.
La Universidad Austral has exclusive enrollment benefits regarding current values. These include: corporate agreementsSouthern Community, distance benefits, early registration, among others.
These are subject to availability . For more information, please consult with the responsible executive.
Agricultural Engineer (University of Buenos Aires). MSc and PhD (University of Illinois, USA), with extensive experience in the intersection of agriculture, industry, and public policy. He was Undersecretary of Public Information and Statistics at the Ministry of Agroindustry and Director of Laboratories and Technical Control at SENASA (National Agri-Food Health and Quality Service). Former Executive Director of COPAL (Argentine Food Production Council). Former Director of Research at the IDEA Business School. Professional Ontological Coach, specializing in leadership, change management, and the development of high-performing teams in the agribusiness sector.
Director of the Agribusiness and Food Center of the Universidad AustralExpert in corporate governance, agribusiness development and capital markets, with extensive experience in international consulting and academic leadership in Latin America.
Certified Public Accountant and Master of Science in Business. Full Professor of Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis and Financial Mathematics at the Universidad AustralConsulting firm with over 30 years of experience in financial, tax and management advice, with a special focus on companies and agribusiness.
Director of the Finance Department of Universidad AustralWith extensive academic and professional experience in corporate finance and strategy. Professor and international consultant, with management experience in financial institutions and participation in prestigious organizations and universities.
PhD in Agricultural Economics and Researcher at the Center for Agribusiness and Food, specializing in value chains, bioeconomy, and innovation for the sustainable transformation of the agri-food system. Professor, researcher, and consultant with international experience in technology adoption, quantitative analysis, and strategic management in public-private partnership projects.
Director of Operations at Grupo Igu and professor at the Universidad Austral and in the IAE Business School, specializing in operations management, logistics, and strategic planning. Holds a degree in Physics, with postgraduate studies in Industrial Management and an MBA from the... IAEwith more than 20 years of experience leading commercial, operational and supply chain areas.
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