Agri-food Economics and Trade

The MSc in Agri-food Economics and Trade offered by Poznań University of Life Sciences is a strong academic programme for students who want to study a Master’s degree in English in Poland. The programme combines economics, agri-food business, international trade and management, making it an excellent choice for candidates who want to specialise in agri-food economics, food sector management, agricultural policy, foreign trade, international marketing and commercial law.

The programme lasts 2 years and consists of 4 semesters. It is offered as a full-time programme, and students are required to attend classes on the university campus. During the studies, students gain advanced knowledge in microeconomics, macroeconomics, international economics, international marketing, agri-food policy, trade policy, commercial law and economic analysis. The main aim of the programme is to help students understand how the agriculture and food sectors operate in national and international markets and how economic decisions are made in a global trade environment.

The MSc in Agri-food Economics and Trade provides students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Students learn about the financing methods of agribusiness operators, the economic development of rural areas, the impact of agricultural policies, international trade in agri-food products and the functioning of business entities in an open economy. The programme also develops students’ ability to analyse economic data, evaluate policy solutions, prepare research projects and assess economic processes at national and international levels.

This Master’s programme is suitable for applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance and Accounting, Management, Business Administration, International Relations or related fields of study. Candidates are expected to have essential knowledge and skills in economics at the academic level. The programme is especially suitable for students who aim to build a career in food economics, agri-food trade, foreign trade, agricultural policy, international business or management.

Graduates are prepared for career opportunities in agriculture and food industry companies, foreign trade companies, commodity exchanges, international corporations, banks, insurance companies, chambers of commerce, local and central government institutions, consulting firms, international organisations, research centres and educational institutions. The programme also provides a strong foundation for students who plan to run their own business internationally, especially in the food economy.

For students looking for an English-taught Master’s degree in Poland in economics, agri-food trade, international business and food sector management, the MSc in Agri-food Economics and Trade is a career-oriented and practical programme with strong relevance to the European and global job market.