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AdvDiplomaAgribusinessManagement

Advanced Diploma of Agribusiness Management

AHC60310
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  • Tone up your skills and gain a Nationally recognised qualification at the same time - without leaving the farm / local district.


    ABOUT THE COURSE

    The advanced diploma is designed for experienced farm managers who would like to further their decision making and strategic planning skills. There are no prerequisites.

    Note: RuralBiz Training will implement the new training package, AHC10, from January 2012.  Students enrolling before this date will be able to transition to the new package.

    TRAINING DELIVERY

    We use a variety of ways to deliver your training such as:

    Interactive online sessions:

    Our virtual classroom means you can attend tutorials or simply drop in to ask a question during the scheduled Q & A (question an (answer) sessions - all from home.

    Self-paced online learning:

    Use resources and information in our online learning site to work at your own rate.

    Printed manuals:

    We provide printed manuals for many of our units, giving you time to explore the online learning environments while having familiar materials at hand.


    RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)

    RPL is a process which recognises the experience and skills you have gained through previous work experiences, or prior study. This means you may gain recognition without additional training.


    COURSE LEADERS

    Our trainers are well qualified and experienced, and live in rural communities across NSW.

    Alison McIntosh

    Karen Harper

    Christine White

    Tony Paton

    David Worsley

    Kathy Sims


    Click here for more about the Ruralbiz trainers.

  • UNITS OFFERED

    You will need 8 units to complete an Advanced Diploma of Agribusiness Management. Units available by training are listed below. You will need to complete at least 6 of the units listed below, while you may choose as many as 2 from the Diploma list which can be accessed by clicking here and searching under the units tab. Availability of particular units will depend on the timing of your enrolment and progression through the course.

    Many more units are available by Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), giving you the opportunity to use your existing skills and knowledge to complete units.

    You can enrol at any time of the year and progress through the course. Students usually complete their Advanced Diploma within two to three years but you may choose more rapid progression

    Advanced Diploma of Rural Business Management

    Manage Community Organisations

     

    AHCWRK602A Lead and manage community or industry organisations

    Farm Succession

     

    AHCAGB602A Manage estate planning

    Farm Business Analysis

     

    AHCAGB604A Analyse business performance

    Farm Finance

     

    AHCAGB605A Manage business capital

    Manage Climate Risk

     

    AHCAGB501A Develop climate risk management strategies

    Managing People

     

    AHCBUS605A Manage human resources

    Analyse Machinery Options

     

    AHCMOM601A Analyse machinery options

    Manage Price Risk

     

    AHCAGB606A Manage price risk through trading strategy

  • Benefits of Online Training


    How does RuralBiz deliver online training?

    We use a variety of ways to deliver your training such as:

    Interactive online sessions:
    These are run in our Elluminate virtual room where you will work with a trainer and others in your group. You will be able to see the presentation on your computer screen, hear the trainer and other group members, and ask questions or make comments. One of our previous participants described it as being like “two way radio with pictures” but it also has a whiteboard and many other tools useful for training. These sessions are scheduled regularly, depending on the particular unit, but are recorded and available for viewing later if you are unable to attend the session.

    RuralBizOnline:
    Our learning centre where you will find resources to help your learning. These may include videos, quizzes, print materials and links to other useful sites. This site also has a forum where you can post comments and questions for other participants and your trainer. It will also be the spot to upload your assessments, receive trainer feedback and track your progress.

    Self-paced online learning:
    Each unit/group of units has a target start and finish date, and using resources and information in our online learning site, you are free to work at your own rate. This means that you can fit your study in with other demands on your time. We will send you directions on accessing our online learning site, including your login and enrolment key for your unit, with your information for the first unit.

    Printed manuals: Many of our units use a printed manual, giving you time to explore the online learning environments while having familiar materials at hand.


    Key Benefits

    Everyone with an internet connection has equal access to training
    Training is delivered to you – wherever you have internet access
    No travel time or travel costs
    Access to materials 24/7 – whenever you want
    Access to the best trainers, not just trainers who can visit your district
    Working in groups from a wide geographic area means you hear about other districts
    Assessment are submitted online – much faster turnaround times
    Training can continue even if you are travelling or cut off by floods or other natural disasters

  • Course Cost


    Contact RuralBiz Training for up to date course costs and availability of funded places.