Master of Management in Agricultural Systems
Master of Management in Agricultural Systems
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Upcoming start dates
Semester 2 - 18 Jul 2022
Semester 1 - 20 Feb 2023
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Qualification
Taught Master's
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Duration
1.5 years full-time
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Credits
180
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Location
Lincoln University Campus
Our approach to managing agriculture and land-based industry is evolving to create healthier and more sustainable outcomes. This postgraduate programme delivers an understanding of innovation, design and management of future-focused land-based production systems.
Lincoln University’s Master of Management in Agricultural Systems is an advanced postgraduate programme that will grow your understanding of resilient and sustainable systems. The programme will grow your knowledge and advanced understanding of the bio-economic factors involved in managing modern agricultural systems.
This programme can be completed in 12 months if you start in Semester 1.
How you’ll grow
- Plant the skills to evaluate and generalise innovative concepts and solutions that address challenges and opportunities in agricultural and food production system.
- Expand your communication skills to convey and apply complex planning details.
- Develop your knowledge of the bio-economic issues in managing modern agricultural systems requiring resilience and a sustainable approach.
Career opportunities
This postgraduate degree will support you in establishing a career or consultancy role in agribusiness or farm management requiring specialist understanding of technical agricultural systems.
Programme information
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A relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
- If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.
Summary of Regulations
- Students are required to complete 180 credits of taught courses from the Schedule of Courses for the Master of Management in Agricultural Systems over three semesters (18 months of study).
What's it going to cost?
Learn more by using the Domestic Fees Calculator or viewing the International Fees.
You can start studying in either:
- Semester 1 (late February)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)
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Entry requirements
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A relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
- If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.
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Regulations and fees
Summary of Regulations
- Students are required to complete 180 credits of taught courses from the Schedule of Courses for the Master of Management in Agricultural Systems over three semesters (18 months of study).
What's it going to cost?
Learn more by using the Domestic Fees Calculator or viewing the International Fees.
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Intake semesters
You can start studying in either:
- Semester 1 (late February)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)
Programme Structure
You’ll complete nine postgraduate courses totalling 180 credits. You can also include a research placement.
Compulsory courses
- Compulsory courses
Electives
Plus four elective postgraduate courses in Animal Science, Engineering, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Soil Science, Viticulture and Oenology, Economics, Management or Marketing or other courses with the permission of the academic coordinator.
A course advisor can assist you to select your courses and plan your degree.
Programme contacts

Key information for students
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