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QUALIFICATION - ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA IN FARM MANAGEMENT VAG032

Learn to manage a modern farm in a strategic and sustainable way. Optimise income with minimal risk to land and other resources.

  • Course Code AS
  • Duration (approx) 1500 hours
  • Qualification Associate Diploma

Course Description

Study Farm Management

  • Learn through both theoretical studies and practical field work -guided by expert agricultural tutors (full tutor support & feedback in every lesson)
  • Course developed by and international team of farming experts led by John Mason (author of books including "Farm Management", "Profitable Farming" and "Sustainable Agriculture")
  • Ask about free student membership to the Society for Precision Agriculture.

Farming practices are constantly changing. New technologies and science allows more to be done by fewer people on a farm. Business & management skill has become critical to farming success. Diversification, sustainable land care and other initiatives can make a difference to long term sustainability and intergenerational viability for any farming enterprise.

This course aims to build your skills to make better business decisions about what produce to grow and how to grow it. 

This course is for people:

  • Already working in agriculture who want to improve their knowledge and confidence.
  • Seeking to enhance job and career prospects by getting qualified.
  • Seeking professional development training to progress into management.
  • Establishing and maintaining small to large farms. 
  • Conducting farm business improvement strategies.
  • Who work with contractors and suppliers and need to improved farm based operations and logistics.

Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the QUALIFICATION - ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA IN FARM MANAGEMENT VAG032
 AGRICULTURAL MARKETING BAG304
 FARM MANAGEMENT BAG104
 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT BBS104
 INDUSTRY PROJECT BIP000
 STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT BBS207
 SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE - BAG215
 WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY VBS103
Elective ModulesIn addition to the core modules, students study any 8 of the following 20 modules.
 A.I. LITERACY BIT206
 ANIMAL HEALTH CARE VAG100
 ANIMAL HUSBANDRY III (FEED AND NUTRITION) BAG202
 ANIMAL WELFARE BAG224
 ARABLE FARMING (AGRONOMY) BAG306
 BOOKKEEPING FOUNDATIONS BBS103
 DRONE TECHNOLOGY (BIT207)
 FARM TOURISM BTR205
 IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT (AGRICULTURAL) BAG303
 LOGISTICS BBS212
 MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT (ENGINEERING I) BSC105
 MECHANICS BSS102
 ORGANIC FARMING BAG305
 PASTURE MANAGEMENT BAG212
 PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT VBS107
 REFRIGERATING FARM PRODUCE BAG225
 REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE BAG314
 ROBOTICS BSC116
 SOIL MANAGEMENT (AGRICULTURE) BAG103
 SOIL MICROBIOME BSC310
How Studying with ACS Works 

ACS courses are studied via distance which means you can study and learn at own home. This saves you time and money. 

Studying online doesn't mean you're alone. We value our students' experiences and we're only a phone call or email away when you need us. Our friendly tutors can help you every step of the way. If you have any questions at all, they are always happy to help.

Each lesson includes tasks and activities, and is then completed with an assignment which you will submit to your allocated course tutor. The tutor reviews the assignment and return it to you with comments or feedback. This can be a really great tool for dialogue between you and your tutor.


How The Associate Diploma is Assessed 

It consists of 14 modules, plus 100 hours of industry experience/work experience.


To pass the course: 

1. You will complete all assignments for each lesson. 

2. Pass 14 examinations. These are undertaken at the end of each module. They can be arranged at a time and location to suit you.

3. Complete industry or workplace experience, or project. There are different options available to you to satisfy this requirement, and your tutor will be on hand to assist and provide guidance with you on this.  

Learn: 

  • Technology and science of farming
  • Management skills
  • Farm business skills
  • Broad concepts of farming 
  • How to compete in the industry
  • How to produce crops or stock for high revenue

 

Download a course flyer here. 

 


Why you should choose ACS?

  • Quality - ACS is an Organisational Member of the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC) an educational quality management system.
  • Real benefits - Access teaching and support from tutors who have real world, relevant experience.
  • Industry - Our courses are reviewed and updated to ensure that they remain relevant to the farming and agriculture sector.
  • Flexible learning - Online learning, and no time limit for the completion of your studies. You can choose when and where to study, fitting your studying around your existing work and commitments.

When you finish studying you will be able to... 

  • Apply for jobs in agriculture. 
  • Manage a farm and its physical resources. 
  • Apply decision making and planning skills. 
  • Determine the fundamentals of financial and marketing management. 
  • Demonstrate knowledge of crop or stock production practices. 
  • Explain sound workplace health and safety protocols.

Studying this course will provide you with:

  • Specialist knowledge and theory relating to farm management and agriculture.
  • A great addition to your CV or resume.
  • Additional training in agriculture and farm management.

Got Questions?

Please click here to contact a tutor Or Request a course handbook here.
Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!

Meet some of our academics

Alison Pearce (animal)B.Sc.(Hons) in Animal Science. Masters Degree in Ecotourism. P.G.Cert. Ed. (Science). Alison's first job was in 1982 as a stockwoman, working with pigs in Yorkshire. Within a few years she of that she was working for the University of Western Australia as a Research Technician and instructor with their school of Agricultural Science.In 1989 she moved to Melbourne University as Unit Manager and Instructor in Animal Husbandry. By the mid 1990's she moved back to England to work in Animal Care and Veterinary Nursing at Cambridgeshire College of Agriculture. Throughout her career, Alison has developed and delivered courses in veterinary nursing and animal sciences for vocational colleges and universities in Australia, New Zealand and Australia. She has built a high level of expertise and an outstanding international reputation as an expert in animal sciences.
Dr. Gareth PearceGraduated from the University of Nottingham in 1982 with a B.Sc.(Hons) in Animal Science. Between 82 and 85 worked as Research Assistant and Demonstator in Animal Science at the University of Leeds. Over more than 30 years he has furthered his studies, obtaining eight significant university qualifications including degrees in Veterinary Science, Wildlife Conservation and Animal Behaviour. Gareth has significant teaching experience around the world as a faculty member at eight different universities including Associate Professor at Murdoch University and Director of Studies in Veterinary Science at Cambridge University. He has over 100 prestigious research papers published, and enjoys an outstanding international reputation in the fields of animal and veterinary science.
Cheryl McLardyA scientist, teacher, writer and animal scientist, with more than 20 years experience including: Sports Horse Stud Groom, Stable Manager, Yard Manager, Equine industrial Training Manager, FE Distance Learning Manager. Cheryl has travelled widely, working in England, Scotland, Australia and New Zealand; and is now based in Scotland. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons), Higher National Diploma in Horse Management, and a City and Guilds Teaching Certificate.
Marius Erasmus Subsequent to completing a BSc (Agric) degree in animal science, Marius completed an honours degree in wildlife management, and a masters degree in production animal physiology. Following the Masters degree, he has worked for 9 years in the UK, and South Africa in wildlife management, dairy, beef and poultry farming.

Check out our eBooks

Animal HealthUnderstand animal health issues, diseases and how identify and manage illnesses and injuries. Animals can become sick for many different reasons -diseases caused by infections, injuries, poisoning, genetic disorders, poor nutrition and other things.
Cattle BreedThe Cattle Breeds ebook is a comprehensive guide to the different varieties of cattle. This 71 page ebook includes descriptions of the ideal uses for each breed and the origin.
Farm ManagementThe Farm Management ebook is a valuable piece of equipment for any farming student or current farmer. Improve your farm management skills or learn new skills and techniques. The topics covered within this Farm Management ebook include 1/ Scope and nature of the farm industry, 2/ The farm site, 3/ Production systems, 4/ Managing livestock, 5/ Managing pasture, 6/ Managing crops, 7/ Managing equipment and materials, 8/ Computer applications, 9/ Farm structures and buildings, 10/ Financial management, 11/ Marketing, 12/ Farm planning, 13/ Staff management, 14/ Water management and 15/ Diversification.
Plant Pests & DiseasesAre you one of those people that kill every plant you touch? Perhaps it's not you. Perhaps it's a pest or disease. A little bit of reading might just turn your garden into an oasis. Learn how to identify pests and diseases and bring the spring back into your plant...visit the bookshop to find out more...

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