What Can I Do With a Major In Agricultural and Applied Economics?
UGA Specific Information for Agricultural and Applied Economics
Agricultural economics applies economic principles to food and fiber production, natural resource management, community and regional economic development, environmental policy, and international trade. Students take courses in economic theory, econometrics, statistics, accounting, technical agriculture, and the physical and biological sciences. Agricultural economics provides a strong theoretical background for those entering graduate schools in agricultural economics, economics, and professional schools in law and business administration.
Class of 2021 Career Outcomes for Agricultural and Applied Economics*
** Includes Self-Employed
Campus Resources
- College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Clubs and Organizations
- Agricultural & Environmental Economics Club Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS)
- Alpha Gamma Rho (Men pursuing careers in agriculture)
- Sigma Alpha (Women pursuing careers in agriculture)
- UGA Mentor Program
To find additional clubs and organizations, go to the Center for Student Organizations
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Careers in Agricultural Economics
In agricultural economics, economists apply theories and principles of economics to better understand and optimize agricultural markets. Those in agricultural economics address problems ranging from clean air and water to questions regarding how poverty can be alleviated. Relationships between supply and demand are examined using data, statistics and market trends. Job opportunities in agricultural economics exist in many areas including:
- Agribusiness management
- Marketing
- Finance
- Consulting
- Policy
- Natural resource economics
- Economic development
- Real estate
- Commodities broker
- Farm manager
- Development
- Public relation
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Additional Career Research Resources
- O*NET (click on Find Occupations)
- Occupational Outlook Handbook (type in general term for career of interest)
- Georgia Career Information Center (accessible only on campus computers)
- Career Insider: Vault Guides (Under the “Resources” tab and select “Online Resources”)
- Candid Career (View professionals speaking about their careers under the “Resources” tab and select “Online Resources”)
Employment Websites
Professional Associations/Resources
- Agriculture Online
- AgriMarketing
- Agri-Search
- Georgia Agribusiness Council
- Agricultural Economics Association of Georgia
- American Agricultural Economics Association
- National Association of State Departments of Agriculture
- International Food and Agribusiness Management Association
- National Agri-Marketing Association
- PMA Foundation for Industry Talent
- Agriculture Future of America
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Employers/Position Title Reported by Class of 2021 Agricultural and Applied Economics majors
The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2021 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
Employer | Position Title(s) |
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Huvepharma, Inc. | Associate Product Manager |
Graduate/Professional Schools attended by Class of 2021 Agricultural and Applied Economics majors
The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2020 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
Graduate School | Program(s) |
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Charleston School of Law | Law, JD | University of Georgia | Agribusiness, MAB | University of Georgia | Agribusiness, MAB |