Independent graduate study in agribusiness: A survey and a proposal

William M. Braithwaite, Wayne H. Howard and John Laidlaw
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William M. Braithwaite: Department of Agricultural Economics and Business, University of Guelph, Postal: Department of Agricultural Economics and Business, University of Guelph
Wayne H. Howard: Department of Agricultural Economics and Business, University of Guelph, Postal: Department of Agricultural Economics and Business, University of Guelph
John Laidlaw: Department of Agricultural Economics and Business, University of Guelph, Postal: Department of Agricultural Economics and Business, University of Guelph

Agribusiness, 1991, vol. 7, issue 3, 231-239

Abstract: A survey of recent Ontario College of Agriculture graduates and participants in continuing education agriculture courses reported a strong interest in an independent study option for the Master of Agriculture in Agribusiness Management (MAgr) program. There was an even stronger interest in selected courses offered through an independent study program, particularly marketing, finance, and commodity marketing. The perception of an independent study program being a lower quality than an in-residence program is stronger among academics than among students; the perceived quality difference would not affect most students' decision to enroll.

An independent study Master of Agriculture in Agribusiness Management (ISMAgr) program is proposed that would make extensive use of electronic communication systems (e.g., electronic mail, fax machines, telephones) to maintain regular student|teacher interaction. A one-week residency at the beginning of each semester would facilitate student interaction. The ISMAgr is expected to complement existing in-residence programs. However, faculty and administration commitment is essential for a quality program.

Date: 1991
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DOI: 10.1002/1520-6297(199105)7:3<231::AID-AGR2720070305>3.0.CO;2-U

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