Business is everywhere. Agricultural Economics enompasses marketing, management, leadership, problem-solving and more--all the skills needed for careers in agribusiness, food industries, international trade, credit/finance, farm management and much, much more. Like much of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you’ll see that faculty and staff in Agricultural Economics are open and accessible. With opportunities like education abroad, unique research projects, the Agribusiness Club, monthly corporate visits and more, you’ll find a program that’s committed to helping students push their potential. - See more at: http://www.uky.edu/academics/undergraduate/agriculture/agricultural-economics#sthash.Wit9Eopx.dpuf

We are an applied department, especially in our teaching. Employers tell us about their workforce development needs, and how how important experiential education is. All our incoming students are now required to have a structured internship, independent research, entrepreneurial activity, or education abroad experience before they graduate. This exposure to 'real-world' business has given our students a wonderful head-start in the workplace and an appreciation for the applied aspects of research for those who chose to continue an academic career.