This option prepares students for a business career in the chosen technological area. Analytical Option Students in this option select a supporting field of courses in mathematics, computer science and economics. This option prepares students for graduate school or for careers that stress strong analytical skills. Many students take an internship as a part of their program. An internship is a paid, supervised work experience.
Many opportunities are available with agribusinesses and government agencies.
An Internship provides valuable work experience that supplements your course work, strengthens your resume and often leads to a job after graduation. The Department of Agricultural Economics encourages students to develop professionally and socially. To that end, students are encouraged to participate in one or more of many clubs, judging teams and other organized activities. The NAMA club offers such opportunities as mentoring with agribusiness professionals, attending regular NAMA meetings in the Twin Cities and national marketing plan competitions. Our chapter has on several occasions been recognized as the outstanding chapter in the nation.