How do I become a agricultural manager?
Diploma of Production Horticulture
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Graduate Certificate in Agribusiness
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Graduate Diploma of Agribusiness
- Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above relevant to an agrifood industry OR
- Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Bachelor of Agriculture
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Bachelor of Agribusiness
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Master of Agribusiness
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
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Common questions
How much does an Agricultural Manager earn?
In Australia, a full time Agricultural Manager generally earns $1,600 per week ($83,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for an Agricultural Manager?
There are 178,500 people working in Australia as a farmer or farm manager and a small percentage of these are hired as Agricultural Managers. Over the next five years this number is expected to drop slightly. Most Agricultural Manager roles can be found in rural or remote areas of Australia.
Source: The Labour Market Information Portal – 2019 Occupation Projections
How do I become an Agricultural Manager?
An Advanced Diploma of Horticulture is a great qualification to have if you’re thinking of a career as an Agricultural Manager. This two year course has a focus on business administration and will give you the management and leadership skills you need to succeed in this role.