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Agribusiness Supply Chain Management, B.S.

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Lead the Way in Feeding the World

The Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Supply Chain Management (ASCM) at Cal State Monterey Bay is the first undergraduate degree in the CSU system — and one of the few nationwide — to focus on perishable logistics. Built with direct input from industry leaders in the Salinas and Pajaro Valleys, the program prepares graduates with specialized skills to manage temperature-sensitive supply chains and lead innovation in a critical global industry.

Students learn every stage of moving food from farms to tables, gaining hands-on experience in procurement, inventory control, cold chain operations, sustainability and global trade. Alongside technical expertise, the program emphasizes ethical and sustainable practices that improve food access, reduce waste and strengthen communities.

With two concentration options — Agribusiness Risk and Marketing Management or Supply Chain Management and Operations — students can tailor their studies to align with their goals. Faculty with industry connections guide students through projects and fieldwork that provide practical experience and position graduates for leadership roles in agribusiness and beyond.

Empowering You to Excel in Your Chosen Profession

The Agribusiness Supply Chain Management curriculum is built to close the critical skills gap in perishable logistics. Courses combine business skills with hands-on agricultural knowledge, focusing on the tools and strategies needed to manage cold and perishable food supply chains.

Students develop fluency in technology systems, risk analysis, procurement strategies and enterprise resource planning, gaining the confidence to make data-driven decisions in dynamic, high-stakes environments. From contract negotiation to project budgeting, every element of the curriculum is tailored to real-world needs in today’s global agrifood economy.

Graduates of the ASCM program leave with a strong command of key industry competencies. The program emphasizes expertise in cold chain logistics, supplier relationship management and sustainable operations, preparing students to lead in a field that demands precision, responsibility and innovation.

Students explore transportation systems, purchasing and sourcing strategies and the integration of robotics and “Internet of Things” technologies into agricultural supply chains. They also gain critical insight into food safety, regulatory compliance, demand forecasting and environmental impact, equipping them to address the full complexity of modern agribusiness challenges.

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Agribusiness Supply Chain Management, B.S.

Lead the Future of Food Systems

The ASCM program is designed to prepare students for leadership in a rapidly evolving food system. Students learn to analyze risk, manage complex logistics, and apply data to improve decision-making across agricultural and food-related industries. The program’s goal is to produce graduates who are as comfortable with contracts and compliance as they are with addressing climate impacts and consumer needs.

By combining business fundamentals with applied agricultural science and hands-on experience, the program equips students to step confidently into roles in procurement, operations, food safety and global distribution — or to pursue graduate study in related fields.

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Where Agriculture Leads the World

Located near the Salinas Valley, one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world, the university is surrounded by innovation in farming, food distribution and agriculture technology.

Students take part in field visits, research and community-based learning that connects them directly with industry professionals. This real-world exposure helps turn classroom knowledge into practical insight and opens doors to career opportunities throughout California and beyond.

Transforming Food Systems for Collective Impact

Food is more than an industry — it’s a public good. Cal State Monterey Bay’s agribusiness students are passionate about improving food systems, reducing waste and building sustainability into every step of the supply chain.

Graduates leave ready to tackle pressing issues like food security, ethical sourcing and environmental stewardship. They work in roles that protect food safety, reduce emissions, improve efficiency and ensure that fresh food reaches the people and communities who need it most.

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