Diploma in Farm Management
Course details
About the course
If you’ve already studied our Diploma in Agriculture, the Diploma in Farm Management cultivates your abilities further, so that you can pursue management roles.
The Diploma in Farm Management expands your knowledge and capabilities to prepare you for management positions in agribusiness or professional farm management.
This one-year, full-time study programme covers all aspects of agribusiness management, including land purchase and ownership, agricultural law, labour management and law, financial and taxation management, investment analysis and machinery ownership.
Practical work requirements
In addition to your study, you’re expected to:
- Complete 44 weeks of hands-on practical experience
- Work on at least two different types of farms.
To complete the practical requirements successfully, you’ll need:
- Competence in driving vehicles (experience driving tractors or trucks is an advantage)
- The physical ability to work on farms without endangering yourself or others.
- You will also be required to meet the reporting requirements for your practical work.
Some previous farming experience is preferred but not essential.
Download the Practical Work Handbook (PDF 1300 KB) for this diploma.
For more information on the practical aspects of study, email the Practical Work Coordinator or phone +64 3 423 0061.
About the provider
Lincoln University is one of the eight government universities in New Zealand. Established in 1878, it is governed by the Lincoln University Council.
Based in Canterbury, in the South Island of New Zealand, Lincoln offers a unique experience, a perfect balance of student and academic life and a host of recreation activities around the region.
The institution is rated the 15th best small university in the world by the QS World University Rankings. It is home to a diverse group of nearly 4,500 students who come from more than 80 different countries around the world.
Lincoln graduates have a 6 percent higher employment rate than those from other New Zealand universities and the number of students graduating from Lincoln is higher than the national average.
Students can choose from a wide range of specialist courses from three faculties and one division – the Faculty of Agribusiness and Commerce; the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences; the Faculty of Environment, Society and Design; and the University Studies and English Language Division.
Lincoln has dedicated itself towards undertaking meaningful research that makes a globally positive impact. Its sustainable approach and commitment towards handling climate change issues have attracted many postgraduate students studying at the institution.
The university also engages in other land-based research and hosts a range of research centres, including food research and innovation, land, environment and people, wildlife management and conservation, and soil and environmental research.
The university shares ties with leading organisations as well as research centres, which help students gain additional skills and knowledge through practical learning experiences.
The Lincoln University Students' Association (LUSA) is an active student body that governs a variety of clubs and organisations on campus.