Bachelor of Agribusiness, Minor in Non-Profit Sustainable and Community

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Agribusiness, Minor in Non-Profit Sustainable and Community

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Agribusiness and non-profit core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Agribusiness with a Minor in Non-Profit Sustainable and Community offers a rigorous education grounded in biblical stewardship, equipping students with the agricultural business acumen and non-profit management expertise necessary to serve as transformative leaders. Through a four-year curriculum spanning agricultural economics, marketing, financial management, and ethical leadership, students explore the intersection of market-driven agricultural practices and the promotion of social equity through a Christian worldview. This interdisciplinary program emphasizes the duty to care for creation and the importance of addressing global food security through sustainable, community-focused solutions. By integrating academic inquiry with spiritual formation and servant leadership, students develop the strategic planning and community engagement skills required to serve as faithful stewards of resources and neighbors to those in need, fostering sustainability that reflects God’s design for creation.

This program combines a robust foundation in general education with a comprehensive study of agribusiness theory, behavioral science, human development, and professional ethics. Students engage in rigorous research, crisis awareness, service referral, program development, and community-based support strategies to prepare for diverse roles within the agricultural and non-profit sectors.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 120
• Duration: 3 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Agribusiness and non-profit core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• GEN 101 | English Composition I (AC) | 3 | None
• INTRO101 | Introduction to Agribusiness | 3 | None
• GEN 102 | English Composition II (AC) | 3 | English Composition I
• GEN 103 | College Algebra (AC) | 3 | None
• GEN 104 | Introduction to Economics (AC) | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• GEN 108 | Research Methods in Agricultural Studies | 3 | None
• GEN 109 | Fundamentals of Business Management | 3 | None
• GEN 110 | Digital Tools for Agricultural Innovation | 3 | None
• AGB 201 | Introduction to Agribusiness Management: | 3 | None
• AGB 202 | Agricultural Economics and Policy | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• AGB 203 | Supply Chain and Logistics in Agribusiness | 3 | None
• AGB 204 | Farm and Ranch Management | 3 | None
• AGB 205 | Marketing and Sales in Agribusiness | 3 | None
• AGB 206 | Sustainable Agriculture and Resource Management | 3 | None
• AGB 207 | Agribusiness Finance and Accounting | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• AGB 208 | Food Systems and Global Trade | 3 | None
• AGB 209 | Precision Agriculture and Technology | 3 | None
• AGB 210 | Leadership in Agribusiness | 3 | None
• AGB 211 | Agricultural Risk and Crisis Management | 3 | None
• AGB 212 | Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Agriculture | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• AGB 213 | Rural Development and Agribusiness | 3 | None
• AGB 214 | Agricultural Law and Regulatory Compliance | 3 | None
• AGB 215 | Case Studies in Agribusiness | 3 | None
• AGB 301 | Urban Agriculture and Vertical Farming: | 3 | None
• AGB 302 | Global Food Security and Development | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• AGB 303 | Environmental Policy and Agriculture | 3 | None
• AGB 304 | Agricultural Biotechnology and Ethics | 3 | None
• AGB 305 | Organic Farming and Certification | 3 | None
• AGB 401 | Agricultural Resource Stewardship and Ethics | 3 | AGB 206
• NPSC 401 | Community-Based Agriculture and Development | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• NPSC 402 | Food Security and Non-Profit Program Management | 3 | None
• NPSC 403 | Sustainable Farming and Social Impact | 3 | None
• NPSC 404 | Grant Writing for Agricultural Non-Profits | 3 | None
• NPSC 405 | Ethical Leadership in Agricultural Sustainability | 3 | None
• NPSC 406 | Faith-Based Advocacy and Public Policy | 3 | NPSC 401
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• NPSC 407 | Volunteer Management and Community Engagement | 3 | NPSC 402
• NPSC 408 | Financial Stewardship for Non-Profits | 3 | AGB 207
• NPSC 409 | Communications and Public Relations for Non-Profits | 3 | NPSC 404
• NPSC 410 | Program Development and Evaluation | 3 | GEN 108
• AGB 499 | Senior Capstone: Community Integration Project | 3 | Senior standing

Career Opportunities

• Agricultural Business Manager
• Non-Profit Program Director
• Sustainability Consultant
• Agricultural Marketing Specialist
• Community Development Officer
• Food Policy Analyst
• Grant Writer for Agricultural Projects

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Agribusiness, Minor in Non-Profit Sustainable and Community
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years