Agricultural Economics University of Hohenheim

Overview

In this English-language and international Master's program funded by the DAAD, economic growth, sustainability, and social justice are central topics, especially in an international and development-related context.

• Studies focused on methods and internationality
• DAAD funding program with full scholarships for outstanding applicants from developing countries
• Many different career possibilities for agricultural

Objectives

This Agricultural Economics program at University of Hohenheim values a well-founded education in business and economic theories and methods as well as applying these to concrete problems and issues in the international agricultural and food sectors.

The degree program aims to educate agricultural economists in the following competencies:

• Theoretical concepts of agricultural economics
• Quantitative and qualitative research methods
• Integration of sustainability issues into policy analysis
• Interdisciplinary analysis of complex systems
• Communication and presentation techniques

Occupational fields

As the agri-food sector becomes more diverse, global, and highly technical, a growing variety of career opportunities are opening up for well-trained agricultural economists. At Hohenheim, students acquire the analytical skills and the necessary understanding of political contexts to be able to work in governmental and non-governmental organizations, international organizations, and the private sector. The program also opens up excellent opportunities to complete a doctorate and pursue an academic career.

Typical areas of work for agricultural economists are found in:

• Companies in the upstream and downstream sectors of the food and agricultural industries
• Regulatory bodies along the value-added chain
• Governmental and non-governmental organizations
• National and international organizations
• Teaching and research institutions