info@karu.ac.ke (+254) 20 2176 713
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Agricultural Economics and Resource Management

Agricultural Economics and Resource Management

The training programme for the Degree Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics and Resource Management is conceptualized and designed to produce manpower that is expected to contribute towards the goal of self- reliance and motivation in skilled manpower for national development, especially for the agricultural sub-sector. Its principal objective is to produce graduates trained in the disciplines of agriculture, economics and resource management having a good blending of theory and practical work and can effectively promote agricultural development and contribute towards enhancing the standards of living of Kenyans.

The programme aims to:

    • Equip learners with knowledge and skills required in economic analysis of agricultural resources and other natural enterprise
    • Produce competent agricultural professionals in policy and analysis of production, process, finance and marketing
    • Acquaint students with the principles of management of agricultural enterprises
    • Develop Economists and agribusiness specialists