Description
Requirements
Agribusiness Study Program (Ba-Agri) at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jember (UNEJ), is a leading academic program specializing in agri-food system business and management. Established in 1976, Ba-Agri holds the highest national accreditation, “Unggul,” from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology. Since 2018, the program has implemented an Outcome-Based Education (OBE) system, ensuring graduates possess strong integrity, technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork capabilities. The curriculum integrates science, technology, and sustainable business practices, aligning with UNEJ’s vision of industrial and environmentally conscious agriculture.
Ba-Agri is internationally accredited by ASIIN, affirming its commitment to global education standards. Continuous evaluations, including semester-based assessments and periodic curriculum updates, maintain academic excellence. Located in Jember, a major agricultural hub in East Java, the program provides students with hands-on experience in sustainable agribusiness innovation. With a strong emphasis on research and community engagement, Ba-Agri prepares future professionals to drive advancements in the agribusiness sector both nationally and globally.
Available Courses
Course Code
PNB 1610
Course Credit
2 credits (equal 3.02 ECTS)
Instructor/Lecturer
- Prof. Dr. Ir. Soetriono, MP.
- Agus Supriono, SP., M.Si.
- Ratih Apri Utami, SP, M.Si
- Rizky Yanuarti, S.P., M.P.
Course Description
The Agricultural Politics and Policy (POLPER) course provides learning materials aimed at ensuring students: (a) understand the concepts of politics and policy in the fields of economics and agricultural economics/agribusiness, (b) explain the application of economic theory in the implementation of agricultural/agribusiness policies, and (c) analyze and critically assess the dynamics of political and policy developments in agriculture/agribusiness. Final assessment is conducted using an Outcome-Based Education (OBE) approach. The output of the Project-Based Learning (PJBL) method applied in this course is a scientific study in the form of a group paper.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students will master theoretical concepts in applied management, applied economics, agricultural development, entrepreneurship, and agribusiness communication
Prerequisites
None
Participation Limit
20 Students
Course Materials
Students will have access to course materials, including a textbook, suggested journal articles, policy briefs, and think tank reports. Additionally, they will be encouraged to watch engaging YouTube videos related to the topics discussed in daily lectures.
Curriculum
Meeting | Topics |
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1 | Concepts of politics, agricultural politics, policy, and agricultural policy |
2 | Historical dynamics of agricultural politics and the agricultural involution trap |
3 | Principles of economic policy and agricultural policy |
4 | Price floor & price ceiling policies, direct & indirect taxation, and input subsidies |
5 | Welfare generated by market mechanisms |
6 | Welfare distortions caused by price policies, taxation, and input subsidies |
7 | Continuation of welfare distortions due to policy interventions |
8 | Mid-term examination |
9 | Political dynamics of food policy (rice sector) |
10 | Political dynamics of food policy (other food commodities) |
11 | Political dynamics of agricultural policy in the plantation sector (sugar) |
12 | Political dynamics of agricultural policy in the plantation sector (other plantation commodities) |
13 | Political dynamics of agricultural institutions |
14 | Political dynamics of agricultural trade at domestic and international market levels |
15 | Political dynamics of agricultural trade in industrialized countries |
16 | Final examination |
Assessment and Evaluation
Upon successfully completing the course, students should complete :
- Student worksheet (10%)
- Project instruction (60%)
- Mid-term examination (15%)
- Final exam (15%)
Course Code
PNB 1309
Course Credit
3 credits (equal 4.53 ECTS)
Lectures
- Dr. Luh Putu Suciati, SP., M.Si.
- Dr. Ati Kusmiati, SP., MP.
- Julita Hasnah, SP., M.Si
Course Description
The Land and Water Resource Management course is an elective subject that emphasizes the importance of understanding land conditions, climate impacts on crops, water resources, and irrigation systems. This course equips students with knowledge of land and irrigation water management policies in Indonesia, as well as practical applications of land and irrigation management.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successfully completing the course, students will be able to:
- Internalize faith in God with respect for resource and cultural diversity and a passion for agriculture.
- Demonstrate adaptability to environmental changes and advancements in agricultural sciences.
- Master theoretical concepts in applied management, applied economics, agricultural development, entrepreneurship, and agribusiness communication.
Prerequisites
Have completed the courses:
- Introduction to Agricultural Economics
- Introduction to Agricultural Science
- Introduction to Crop Science
- Agrotechnology
Participation Limit
20 Students
Course Materials
Students will have access to course materials, including a textbook, suggested journal articles, policy briefs, and think tank reports. Additionally, they will be encouraged to watch engaging YouTube videos related to the topics discussed in daily lectures.
Curriculum
Meeting | Topics |
---|---|
1 | Introduction: Course contract, syllabus, learning materials; Land (types, use, agricultural land classification) |
2 | Soil properties: Physical, chemical, and biological characteristics |
3 | Fertilization and fertilizers |
4 | Types of agricultural land |
5 | Land capability and suitability evaluation |
6 | Types of irrigation, characteristics, and their impact on productivity |
7 | Water balance, season prediction, climate change |
8 | Mid-term examination |
9 | Practical applications of land and irrigation water management in communities |
10 | Land ownership models and their influence on land management |
11 | Theoretical and community-based water management models |
12-15 | Government policies on land and water management related to food security |
16 | Political dynamics of agricultural institutions |
Assessment and Evaluation
Upon successfully completing the course, students should complete :
- Project instruction (60%)
- Mid-term examination (20%)
- Final exam (20%
Course Code
PNB 1310
Course Credit
2 credits (equal 3.02 ECTS)
Lectures
- Prof. M. Rondhi., SP., MP., Ph.D.
- Djoko Soejono, SP.,MP.
- Illia Seldon Magfiroh, SE., MP.
- Ahmad Zainuddin, SP., M.Si
Course Description
The course mainly equips students with knowledge about agribusiness institutions, covering upstream institutions (input provision), on-farm institutions, and downstream/marketing institutions. The course outcomes include academic papers, PowerPoint presentations, journal reviews, and essays.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successfully completing the course, students will be able to:
- Master theoretical concepts in applied management, applied economics, agricultural development, entrepreneurship, and agribusiness communication.
- Apply logical and critical thinking in agribusiness using a scientific approach and adhering to scientific ethics.
Prerequisites
No Prerequisite Courses are needed
Participation Limit
20 Students
Course Materials
Students will have access to course materials, including a textbook, suggested journal articles, policy briefs, and think tank reports. Additionally, they will be encouraged to watch engaging YouTube videos related to the topics discussed in daily lectures.
Curriculum
Meeting | Topics |
---|---|
1 | Introduction, Organizations/Institutions, Institutional Framework, The Importance of Institutions in the Agribusiness Value Chain |
2 | Agribusiness Institutions: Global, Community, and Economic Actors Perspectives |
3 | Local Agribusiness Institutions |
4 | Group-Based Agribusiness Institutions (Collective Action) in Managing Common Resources and Commodity Management for Shared Goals |
5 | Agribusiness Institutions in the Provision of Production Inputs (Land, Seeds, Fertilizers) |
6 | Incentive Theory and Moral Hazard |
7 | Types of Partnerships in Agribusiness Institutions |
8 | Midterm Exam |
9 | Contract Farming |
10 | Practical Agribusiness Institutions of Staple |
11 | Practical Agribusiness Institutions of Livestock |
12 | Practical Agribusiness Institutions of Tobacco |
13 | Practical Agribusiness Institutions of Sugarcane |
14 | Practical Agribusiness Institutions of Horticulture |
15 | Transformation of Agribusiness Institutions |
16 | Final Exam |
Assessment and Evaluation
Upon successfully completing the course, students should complete :
- Student Worksheet (10%)
- Project Instruction (45%)
- Midterm Exam (15%)
- Final exam (15%)
Course Code
PNB 1702
Course Credit
3 credits (equal 4.53 ECTS)
Lectures
- Dr. Luh Putu Suciati, SP., M.Si.
- Ir. Anik Suwandari, MP
- Meidiana Purnamasari, SP., MP., MBA, Ph.D
- Indah Ibanah, SP, M.Si
Course Description
The course mainly explores complex agribusiness systems, including upstream and downstream aspects like innovation systems and supply chains. Key topics include strategic issues, phenomena, and challenges in commodities, such as smallholder farmers and market power. The course also covers current public policies, sustainable agriculture, and biotech-based agricultural goods in food, plantations, horticulture, fisheries, and livestock. Practical learning is emphasized through empirical data analysis and mini-videos.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successfully completing the course, students will be able to:
- Master theoretical concepts in the fields of applied management, applied economics, agricultural development, entrepreneurship, and agribusiness communication
- Apply logical and critical thinking in agribusiness using a scientific approach and scientific ethics
Prerequisites
Students already taken Agribusiness Insights Course
Participation Limit
20 Students
Course Materials
Students will have access to course materials, including a textbook, suggested journal articles, policy briefs, and think tank reports. Additionally, they will be encouraged to watch engaging YouTube videos related to the topics discussed in daily lectures.
Curriculum
Meeting | Topics |
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1 | Scope of the Agribusiness System, Strategic Position of Agribusiness, and Government Policy |
2 | Theoretical Concepts of Selected Topics in Agribusiness for Staple Commodities |
3 | Theoretical Concepts of Selected Topics in Agribusiness for Horticulture |
4 | Theoretical Concepts of Selected Topics in Agribusiness for Plantation Commodities |
5 | Theoretical Concepts of Selected Topics in Agribusiness for Livestock |
6 | Project Presentation |
7 | Midterm Exam |
8 | Selected Topics in Local Food Commodities in the Context of Global Food |
9 | Project Presentation |
10 | Discussion of the phenomena in selected topics regarding the urgency of commodity selection, based on emerging phenomena and issues, will be presented in a mini informational video |
11 | Field observation to obtain data and information through verbal (oral) and visual means |
12 | Discussion of the scenario or script and field observation for obtaining data and information for a mini video on the selected commodity |
13 | iscussion of the finalization of the video clip related to the selected commodity and its upload to YouTube |
14 | Presentation of the draft results of the mini video on selected topics in agribusiness for the chosen commodity |
15 | Presentation of the empirical study in the form of a mini video on selected topics in agribusiness commodities |
16 | Final Exam |
Assessment and Evaluation
Upon successfully completing the course, students should complete :
- Project Instruction (50%)
- Class Participation (5%)
- Midterm Exam (20%)
- Student Worksheet (15%)
- Final exam (10%)
Course Code
PNB 1306
Course Credit
4 credits (equal 6.04 ECTS)
Lectures
- Dr. Ir. Joni Murti Mulyo Aji, M.Rur.M.
- Intan Kartika Setyawati, S.P., M.P.
- Cindera Rosa Damascena, SP., MP.
Course Description
The Agribusiness Management course (PNB1306) was constructed to be given to Undergraduate Program students Agribusiness Studies, Faculty of Agriculture, 3rd semester. This course contains concepts management in agribusiness, production management in agribusiness, technology management, HR management, finance in agribusiness, agribusiness marketing, risks and agribusiness institutions. The output of this course is a document, paper, mini research and PPT
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successfully completing the course, students will be able to:
- Explain the concept of agricultural production systems, post-harvest and industrial processing, safety and work safety
- Practice the basic principles of work safety and security in the field of agribusiness
- Describe the important things related to humanistic literacy (ethics, communication, negotiation, leadership, innovation, and creativity).
Prerequisites
Students already taken Agribusiness Insights Course
Participation Limit
20 Students
Course Materials
Students will have access to course materials, including a textbook, suggested journal articles, policy briefs, and think tank reports. Additionally, they will be encouraged to watch engaging YouTube videos related to the topics discussed in daily lectures.
Curriculum
Meeting | Topics |
---|---|
1 | System in Agribusiness: Agribusiness Scope: Upstearm/Input, On-farm –Downstream/Product Marketing; System Orientation; Market Driven Agriculture |
2 | Management and Farmers as Agribusiness Managers |
3 | Farming Facilities, Infrastructure and Production Management (Input and On-Farm) |
4 | Farming Facilities, Infrastructure and Production Management (Input and On-Farm) |
5 | Post-Harvest Management and Processing of Agricultural Products (Agroindustry) |
6 | Agribusiness Management at the Agro-Industry Level |
7 | Technology Management |
8 | Middle Test |
9 | Human Resources Management |
10 | Agribusiness Management at marketing level |
11 | Institutions and Support Systems in Agribusiness Management |
12 | Financing and Financial Management in Agribusiness |
13 | Agribusiness Risk Management |
14 | Agribusiness and System Development Strategy |
15 | Mini Research Presentation Project |
16 | Final Test |
Assessment and Evaluation
Upon successfully completing the course, students should complete :
- Project task (10%)
- Class attendance and in-class participation (10%)
- Research Project (20%)
- Middle test (20%)
- Final tes (40%)
Course Code
PNB 1308
Course Credit
3 credits (equal 4.53 ECTS)
Lectures
- Dr. Ir. Joni Murti Mulyo Aji, M.Rur.M.
- Er. Ir. Evita Soliha Hani, M.P.
- Ebban Bagus Kuntadi, SP., M.Sc.
- Ariq Dewi Maharani, SP., MP.
Course Description
This course is an academic study that is constructed for 6th semester (final) Agribusiness (S1) students in order to study, understand, discuss, analyze, explain and construct the concept of agribusiness supply chain management. The outputs of this course are long documents, papers and PPT.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successfully completing the course, students will be able to:
- Describe the theoretical concepts of applied management, applied economics, agricultural development, entrepreneurship, and communication in the field of agribusiness
- Examine the concept of sustainable development, institutions, community empowerment, and supporting knowledge in agribusiness development
- Apply theoretical concepts and research results in the field of agribusiness in business simulation, management, and development
- Make various alternative decisions in the field of agribusiness
- Practice the right decision making in the field of agribusiness in simulation or real
Prerequisites
Students already taken Agribusiness Marketing and Consumer Behavior Course
Participation Limit
40 Students
Course Materials
Students will have access to course materials, including a textbook, suggested journal articles, policy briefs, and think tank reports. Additionally, they will be encouraged to watch engaging YouTube videos related to the topics discussed in daily lectures.
Curriculum
Meeting | Topics |
---|---|
1 | Definition of Supply Chain Management and Problems with Traditional Supply Chain Management |
2 | Systems, Functions, and Basic Strategies of Supply Chain Management |
3 | Systems Approach in Supply Chain Management; Product Flow in the Supply Chain; Flow of Money (Value), Payment Techniques, Profit Margins; Information Flow |
4 | Integration of Flows in Supply Chain; Governance in Supply Chain Management; Supply Chain Mapping |
5 | Definition of Logistics; Definition of Customer Value; Relationship of Logistics with Supply Chain Management; Adjusting Supply and Demand; Order Management; Concept of Lead Time; Inventory Management and Procurement (ROP, EOQ) |
6 | Agribusiness Supply Chain Management and Challenges in Agribusiness (Production, Labor, and Input) |
7 | Controlling Factors in Supply Chain Management (Facilities, Transportation, Inventory, Sourcing, Pricing, Information, External Factors) |
8 | Middle Test |
9 | Stages in the Agribusiness Supply Chain (Farming, Transportation, Processing, Distribution, and Storage) |
10 | Supply Chain vs. Value Chain; Key Framework of Value Chain (Porter); Definition of Added Value; Customer Value; Perishability |
11 | The Role of Agroindustry in Creating Added Value; Analysis and Measurement of Added Value; Quality Management in Agricultural and Agro-Industrial Products |
12 | Relationships Among Supply Chain Members; Trust; Power and Dependency; Sharing and Equity (Project Presentation) |
13 | The Important Role of Information in Supply Chain Management; The Value of Information; Bullwhip Effect and the Importance of Information; The Use of IT in Supply Chain Management; The Role of IT in Resolving Problems and Conflicts |
14 | Definition of Supply Chain Performance; Supply Chain Performance Assessment System (Key Points, Structure); Supply Chain Performance Measurement Models (POC, SCOR); Business Processes; Benchmarking and Process Performance Measurement |
15 | Five Principles of SCOR (Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, Return); Measuring Performance of Relationships Between Supply Chain Members |
16 | Final Test |
Assessment and Evaluation
Upon successfully completing the course, students should complete :
- Project task (10%)
- Class attendance and in-class participation (10%)
- Research Project (20%)
- Middle test (20%)
- Final exam (40%)
Course Code
PNB 1522
Course Credit
2 credits (equal 3.02 ECTS)
Lectures
- Prof. Dr. Ir. Yuli Hariyati, M.S.
- Rena Yunita Rahman, SP., M.Si
- Titin Agustina, SP., MP.
Course Description
This course explains the concepts and ethics of international business, historical theory of international trade, international economy, trade restrictions, international business management, international trade agreements, globalization and trade liberalization as well as socio-cultural factors that affect international business.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successfully completing the course, students will be able to:
- Find conditions and problems faced by small, medium and large agribusiness actors
- Determine alternative solutions to problems faced by the company in an agribusiness simulation
Prerequisites
No Prerequisites are needed
Participation Limit
20 Students
Course Materials
Students will have access to course materials, including a textbook, suggested journal articles, policy briefs, and think tank reports. Additionally, they will be encouraged to watch engaging YouTube videos related to the topics discussed in daily lectures.
Curriculum
Meeting | Topics |
---|---|
1 | An overview of business concepts and ethics in international business |
2 | Historical International trade theorie |
3 | Basic theory of the formation of exporting and importing countries and their benefits |
4 | Exchange rate: its dynamics (Appreciation and Depreciation) and factors influencing the international monetary system |
5 | Trade Protection Theory |
6 | Impact of trade protection |
7 | Understanding of marketing agricultural products in international markets and Factors that influence the progress of international marketing |
8 | Middle Test |
9 | External factors, especially socio-cultural, that influence international business |
10 | Creating a business plan for agricultural products on the international market |
11 | Import export steps |
12 | Application of import-export measures to agricultural product business plans |
13 | Difference between globalization and liberalization and The impact of globalization and liberalization on trade |
14 | International trade organizations and cooperation |
15 | Group discussion of international business cases for agricultural products |
16 | Final Test |
Assessment and Evaluation
Upon successfully completing the course, students should complete :
- Class attendance and in-class participation (10%)
- Study case task (20%)
- Middle exam (30%)
- Final exam (40%)
Course Code
PNB 1401
Course Credit
3 credits (equal 4.53 ECTS)
Lectures
- Dr. Ir. Evita Soliha Hani, MP.
- Dr. Ati Kusmiati, SP., MP.
- Rachmat Udhi Prabowo, SP,, MP.
Course Description
This course is an academic study of various natural resource and environmental issues from an economic perspective. It begins with a global understanding of renewable resource management (such as fisheries, forests, water, and land) and non-renewable resource management (such as mining). Students will learn about the economic principles and characteristics of natural resource goods, cost-benefit analysis, and impact management through an introduction to Environmental Impact Assessments (AMDAL) and Strategic Environmental Assessments (KLHS). Local resource management issues will be introduced through field surveys on the management of both renewable and non-renewable resources.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successfully completing the course, students will be able to:
- Master theoretical concepts in applied management, applied economics, agricultural development, entrepreneurship, and agribusiness communication. market, product diversification, etc.)
Prerequisites
Students already taken Microeconomics
Participation Limit
20 Students
Course Materials
Students will have access to course materials, including a textbook, suggested journal articles, policy briefs, and think tank reports. Additionally, they will be encouraged to watch engaging YouTube videos related to the topics discussed in daily lectures.
Curriculum
Meeting | Topics |
---|---|
1 | Scope and Issues in Natural Resource and Environmental Management |
2 | Relationship Between Natural Resource Economics, Population Growth, and Economic Development |
3 | Economic Scarcity of Natural Resources (Physical and Economic Aspects and Solutions) |
4 | Ownership Concepts, Resource Goods Characteristics, Externalities, and Market Failure |
5 | Economic Management of Non-Renewable Resources: Mining Management |
6 | Principles of Renewable Natural Resource Management |
7 | Management of Renewable Resources – MSY and OSY Methods, Determining Catch Locus (Fishing Locations) |
8 | Middle Test |
9 | Cost-Benefit Analysis of Natural Resource and Environmental Management |
10 | Management of Renewable Resources – Forest Resource Management |
11 | Water and Land Resource Management |
12 | Environmental Management and Impact Assessments (AMDAL) and Strategic Environmental Assessments (KLHS) |
13 | Selected Topics: Non-Renewable Resources, Fisheries, and Forestry Resources; Field Survey on Fisheries and Forestry Resource Management Models |
14 | Selected Topics: Land and Water Resources; Field Survey on Land and Water Resource Management Models |
15 | Discussion and Review of Environmental Problems in Developing Countries |
16 | Final Test |
Assessment and Evaluation
Upon successfully completing the course, students should complete :
- Project based (40%)
- Case Method (35%)
- Middle Exam (10%)
- Final Exam (15%)
Course Code
PNB 1508
Course Credit
2 credits (equal 3.02 ECTS)
Lectures
- Prof. M. Rondhi, SP, MP, Ph.D
- Julian Adam Ridjal, S.P. M.Si.
- Dimas B. Zahrosa, SP, MP
Course Description
This course is constructed to provide students with an understanding of management in plantation companies. This course is given to 4th semester students who already have a basic knowledge of management. This course provides a practical overview in the management of plantation companies
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successfully completing the course, students will be able to:
- Explain the concepts and practices of plantation crop management (production management, human resources, organization, and marketing)
- Demonstrate management principles for plantation agribusiness (product characteristics, business actors, intra and inter-business relationships, Indonesia’s position in the world market, product diversification,
- Describe the concepts of plantation crop management (production management, human resources, organization, and marketing)
- Apply the concepts of plantation crop agribusiness (product characteristics, business actors, intra and inter-business relations, Indonesia’s position in the world market, product diversification
- Identify various alternative plantation crop agribusiness decisions (product characteristics, business actors, intra and inter-business relationships, Indonesia’s position in the world market, product diversification, etc.)
- Practice correct decision making in a simulation/real manner in plantation crop agribusiness (product characteristics, business actors, intra and inter-business relations, Indonesia’s position in the world market, product diversification, etc.)
Prerequisites
Students already taken Microeconomics
Participation Limit
20 Students
Course Materials
Students will have access to course materials, including a textbook, suggested journal articles, policy briefs, and think tank reports. Additionally, they will be encouraged to watch engaging YouTube videos related to the topics discussed in daily lectures.
Curriculum
Meeting | Topics |
---|---|
1 | History of Indonesian plantations before independence |
2 | History of Indonesian plantations after independence |
3 | Dynamics of Indonesian Coffee Agribusiness (Product characteristics, business actors, intra- and inter-business relations, Indonesia’s position in the world market, product diversification, etc.) |
4 | The mananagement of Indonesia Coffee Company |
5 | Dynamics of Indonesian Tobacco Agribusiness (Product characteristics, business actors, intra- and inter-business relations, Indonesia’s position in the world market, product diversification, etc.) |
6 | The mananagement of Indonesia Tobacco Company |
7 | Mid Test |
8 | Dynamics of Indonesian Rubber Agribusiness (Product characteristics, business actors, intra- and inter-business relations, Indonesia’s position in the world market, product diversification, etc.) |
9 | The mananagement of Indonesia rubber Company |
10 | Dynamics of Indonesian coconut Agribusiness (Product characteristics, business actors, intra- and inter-business relations, Indonesia’s position in the world market, product diversification, etc.) |
11 | The mananagement of Indonesia coconut Company |
12 | Dynamics of Indonesian Cocoa Agribusiness (Product characteristics, business actors, intra- and inter-business relations, Indonesia’s position in the world market, product diversification, etc.) |
13 | The mananagement of Indonesia Cocoa Company |
14 | Dynamics of Indonesian Sugar Cane Agribusiness (Product characteristics, business actors, intra- and inter-business relations, Indonesia’s position in the world market, product diversification, etc.) |
15 | The mananagement of Indonesia Sugar Cane Company |
16 | Final Test |
Assessment and Evaluation
Upon successfully completing the course, students should complete :
- Class attendance and in-class participation (10%)
- Study case task (20%)
- Middle Exam (30%)
- Final Exam (40%)