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Agricultural
Leadership
The master's degree program
in Agricultural Leadership has been approved by the
University System of Georgia.
This master's program is designed to develop future
agricultural leaders. The overall objective of the
program is to provide graduate-level training for
those individuals seeking leadership positions with
agricultural agencies, producer groups, government
agencies and related businesses.
Graduates will be able to:
* Articulate a philosophy of leadership
development based on leadership development theory
applied to current issues and trends;
* Critically evaluate relevant research;
* Communicate with public concerning
agricultural issues;
* Use interpersonal skills and dynamics
related to problem solving;
* Practice group process, problem solving
and team building skills;
* Conceptualize theories of organizational
development related to profit and non-profit agricultural
organizations;
* Research, synthesize and articulate
public issues related to agricultural and environmental
issues;
* Work in leadership positions of agribusinesses,
state and federal agencies and agricultural commodity
commissions and organizations;
* Develop a personal framework in dealing
with ethical issues related to agricultural and environmental
sciences;
* Formulate a plan for conflict resolution,
managing and initiating change in groups and organizations.
How can I find out more?
Please contact us for
further information or questions regarding this program,
and all other programs offered in the Department of
Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication
at the University of Georgia.
Site last updated September 24,
2003
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