The Agricultural Systems Management major teaches students how to manage agricultural production and processing systems, including field production machinery, irrigation and drainage systems, processing equipment or commodity handling and storage facilities. Students completing this major earn the degree Bachelor of Science in Agriculture.
Possible Career Options
Agricultural Specialist | Equipment Dealer/Manager |
Farmstead Designer | Food Distributor |
Grain Cooperative Manager | Grain Merchandiser |
Production Manager | Seed Sales Manager |
Classes and Curriculum
Students will begin with fundamental courses in managing agricultural production (machinery, building materials, electrical systems, irrigation and drainage, and business management) and then focus on modern technology (metal fabrications, engine and power transmission, precision agriculture, fluid power, and agricultural safety) to enhance the skills needed to fill a wide range of positions. The program requirements a student will follow are determined by their admit term (first term of undergraduate enrollment at Ohio State).
Curriculum Requirements |
Enrolled Summer 2013 - Summer 2022 (pdf) |
Enrolled Autumn 2022 - Summer 2023 (pdf) | |
Enrolled Autumn 2023 and thereafter (pdf) |
After Graduation
EMPLOYED* |
95.7% |
Numbers are based on responses from graduates at six months post-graduation date.
* Average Salary: $51,222
Getting Involved
The Agricultural Systems Management Club The club allows students to develop leadership skills, creates a sense of community for students in the ASM major, and provides members with opportunities for personal and professional growth through networking with other students and members of industry for the purpose of education and career placement. |
Questions?
Contact:
Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering |
fabe@osu.edu |
fabe.osu.edu |