AHC51422 | CRICOS: 110771H

Diploma of Agribusiness Management

Develop your career in the agribusiness industry with this high-level course and gain the advanced skills and knowledge needed to become an agribusiness manager.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Darling Downs and South West

WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online International

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 01 Jul 2025 Duration: up to 2 years View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$3,540

Subsidised

$4,480

Full Fee

$7,640

International

$11,900

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Course overview

The agriculture and food processing industry has always played an important role in Australia's economy. According to the Australian Government's MySkills service, the industry employs over 729,000 people and contributes more than $58.2 billion to the economy. New technologies including GPS guided tractors, computerised irrigation systems, and agricultural drones are changing the farming landscape in Australia.

This course focuses on the administration and management aspect of farms, stations and rural businesses. You will learn how to plan and monitor livestock and crop production services, market your products and services, and prepare and monitor budgets and financial reports. You can also learn how to develop farm and business plans, climate risk management strategies, and sustainable land strategies.

Upon successful completion of this course you will have the skills and knowledge needed to become an agribusiness manager or administrator.

What can I do?

Property Manager
Production Unit Manager/Administrator
Farm Manager/Administrator
Station Manager
Agribusiness Manager/Administrator

Course outcome:

AHC51422 Diploma of Agribusiness Management

Innovative teaching staff

Our courses are delivered by passionate industry experts with years of experience in the agricultural sector. Our teachers understand the manual aspects of the job and are ahead of the game in innovation and technology, preparing your for the future of farming in Australia.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
AHCAGB519

Plan and monitor production processes

UNIT CODE :
AHCAGB519

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and monitor production processes, including identifying the production processes required to achieve targets; establishing production targets for each enterprise and each product, crop, herd or flock; and monitoring and evaluating production processes.
UNIT NAME
Plan and monitor production processes

UNIT CODE
AHCBUS516

Develop and review a business plan

UNIT CODE :
AHCBUS516

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and review a business plan.
UNIT NAME
Develop and review a business plan

UNIT CODE
AHCBUS517

Monitor and review business performance

UNIT CODE :
AHCBUS517

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and review business performance.
UNIT NAME
Monitor and review business performance

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
AHCAGB512

Plan and manage infrastructure

UNIT CODE :
AHCAGB512

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and manage property infrastructure in agricultural or horticultural production enterprises, including maintaining existing infrastructure, purchasing or constructing new infrastructure or selling or de-commissioning plant and equipment.
UNIT NAME
Plan and manage infrastructure

UNIT CODE
AHCAGB513

Develop a farm plan

UNIT CODE :
AHCAGB513

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop a farm plan. It includes auditing and managing the natural resources (water, soil, biodiversity including vegetation and wildlife), integrating the management of natural resources with business objectives and production plans.
UNIT NAME
Develop a farm plan

UNIT CODE
AHCAGB518

Develop climate risk management strategies

UNIT CODE :
AHCAGB518

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop climate risk management strategies for an agricultural, horticultural or land management enterprise.
UNIT NAME
Develop climate risk management strategies

UNIT CODE
AHCBUS511

Manage enterprise staff requirements

UNIT CODE :
AHCBUS511

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to manage staff who work in both operational and strategic roles.
UNIT NAME
Manage enterprise staff requirements

UNIT CODE
AHCBUS518

Prepare and monitor budgets and financial reports

UNIT CODE :
AHCBUS518

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and monitor budgets and produce financial reports.
UNIT NAME
Prepare and monitor budgets and financial reports

UNIT CODE
AHCECR506

Develop and implement sustainable land use strategies

UNIT CODE :
AHCECR506

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement sustainable land use strategies that lead to improved ecological sustainability of land under production.
UNIT NAME
Develop and implement sustainable land use strategies

UNIT CODE
BSBOPS504

Manage business risk

UNIT CODE :
BSBOPS504

Unit description :
This unit describes skills and knowledge required to manage business risks in a range of contexts across an organisation or for a specific business unit or area in any industry setting.
UNIT NAME
Manage business risk

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Toowoomba	On campus with some online	14 Jul 2025	1 year	Full time up to 3 days per week	Concession: $3,540 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $4,480 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,640 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Toowoomba On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time up to 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $3,540 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $4,480 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,640 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Choose your study location

Online self-directed

All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online self-directed	01 Jul 2025	up to 2 years	Existing worker: Part time up to 10 hours per week plus optional tutorial at Bundaberg campus Thursday 6pm - 8pm	Concession: $3,540 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $4,480 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,640 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online self-directed Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 01 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 2 years The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Existing worker: Part time up to 10 hours per week plus optional tutorial at Bundaberg campus Thursday 6pm - 8pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $3,540 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $4,480 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,640 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Self-paced Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Choose your study location

On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
View comparison chart

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Toowoomba	On campus with some online	14 Jul 2025	1 year	Full time up to 3 days per week	International: $11,900 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Toowoomba On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time up to 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $11,900 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Toowoomba	On campus with some online	27 Jan 2026	1 year	Full time up to 3 days per week	International: $11,900 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Toowoomba On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time up to 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $11,900 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

You will be able to access your learning materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the first day of your study period for the relevant units of competency. You must be enrolled to access your learning materials.

Online self-directed study allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Learn more

Online virtual classroom study allows you to enjoy the freedom of choosing where you study, with no on-campus commitments. Virtual classes are delivered online, to a scheduled timetable, allowing you to interact with fellow students and high-quality educators from the comfort of a location that best suits you. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements. Learn more

Online with on campus practical allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study to complete the online component of your course followed up by a scheduled practical component on campus.

As an international student at TAFE Queensland you will gain practical, hands-on experience in our purpose-built classrooms, laboratories and workshops with the same tools and equipment used in industry.

Studying with TAFE Queensland, an internationally recognised education provider, will give you the skills and knowledge to launch your career.

No matter where you are in your study journey, our team of international student support advisors can help you settle into life in Australia and provide support and assistance to help you throughout your studies.

As an international student you’ll study face-to-face in a classroom with other international and Australian students at one of our campus locations across Queensland, while enjoying the unique Australian landscape, culture, and lifestyle

You will be expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements. The number of hours of personal study required is dependent on your existing knowledge, skills and language needs.

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Diploma of Agribusiness Management (AHC51422)

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Diploma of Agribusiness Management

COURSE CODE: AHC51422

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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VET Student Loan - $18,838 cap

The VET Student Loans program assists eligible students enrolled in approved courses to pay their tuition fees. The Australian Government charges full fee-paying (non-subsidised) students a 20 per cent loan fee in addition to their tuition fees. A VET Student Loan is a debt that must be repaid.

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International student payment

Our preferred payment method is telegraphic transfer or credit card using Convera Global Pay for Students or the Flywire Payment Portal. Convera and Flywire both allow you to complete your payment in your own currency using a telegraphic transfer with no processing fees or delays.
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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

This course is best suited to those who have extensive experience in the rural industry, or are currently working on properties whilst studying. Those without experience will be required to discuss this course with our teaching team prior to enrolment, and/or might like to consider the Certificate III in Rural Operations.

International students
The following Selection criteria requirements apply only to International students:

English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent - For a list of all English Language tests accepted by TAFE Queensland International.
Academic Requirements: Completion of Year 12 (or equivalent). Non school-leavers must have relevant work experience or qualification that indicates likely success of course completion. For more information on the international education achievement levels equivalent to Year 10 and 12.

Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age and turning 18 during the first year of study with TAFE Queensland. International students who are under 18 years of age and are applying for a student visa are required by the Australian Department of Home Affairs to have adequate welfare arrangements in place.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.

This includes having access to and wearing:

appropriate attire including cotton long sleeved shirts and trousers
safety footwear compliant with the Australian Standard AS 2210
safety glasses
a broad brimmed hat

If you are completing horse related units, you may also be required to have access to

your own safety helmet (compliant with Australian Standard AS/NZS 3838)
appropriate riding boots
relevant tack (including farrier equipment)
horses suitable for practical classes.

More details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation.

You are also required to bring personal stationary, sunscreen and a water bottle.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Apply through QTAC

You can apply to study this course through the Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC). You will need to submit your application on the QTAC website. It will be assessed, and if you are successful you will receive an offer directly through QTAC. You will need to accept your offer from QTAC before enrolling with TAFE Queensland. Visit the QTAC website for campus locations.

For International students

International students can either apply directly through our TAFE Queensland International Application portal, or through one of our education agents. Our registered agents can assist you with your visa application and guide you through the enrolment process. If you are from this list of countries, you will need to apply through an agent.
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Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

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Innovative teaching staff

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Diploma of Agribusiness Management

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

VET Student Loan - $18,838 cap

International student payment

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Apply through QTAC

For International students

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management

Careers

Diploma of Landscape Design

Careers