Agribusiness Seminar

Since its inaugural session in 1961, the Agribusiness Seminar at Harvard Business School (HBS) has provided leaders from across the industry with a unique forum for assessing emerging trends and issues, identifying best management practices, and exploring promising new business strategies. In January 2010, top executives will convene at HBS once again to consider the industry's future in a world where the demand for food, biofuels, and other agriculturally based products is rising dramatically.

What You Can Expect
The Agribusiness Seminar helps you set the right short-term path and long-range strategy for your organization. By combining a structured learning environment with the opportunity to share ideas with peers from around the globe, this premier event yields valuable insights for enhancing your leadership capabilities and effectiveness.

Your Course of Study
During this four-day leadership development program, you will examine the critical factors that are changing the world of agribusiness. Stepping back from day-to-day responsibilities, you will examine how the industry is addressing the growing production gap while responding to the global economic crisis and diverse consumer needs. With a more holistic understanding of the market, you will improve your ability to make decisions and lead your organization amid rapid global change.

Who Is Right for the Program
Participants will include thought leaders and key decision makers in the global food and agribusiness industry.

Dates and Fees
January 10–13, 2010
Fee:$7,500

This program also is offered in China

The program fee covers tuition, books, case materials, accommodations, and most meals.

Programs, dates, fees, and faculty are subject to change.

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