The program fee covers tuition, books, case materials, accommodations, and most meals.
Application Due: 06 MAY 2022
The global pandemic and urgent concerns about climate change and environmental disasters are putting new levels of pressure on traditional agriculture business models and supply chains. These and other types of change, from emerging technologies to political shifts, have created new challenges, but also new possibilities, for companies that can innovate, develop new strategies, and scale their operations. For more than 60 years, business leaders from around the world have gathered for the Agribusiness Seminar at Harvard Business School (HBS) to discuss the changing agribusiness landscape—and shape the future of this vital industry. As you gain valuable insight into agribusiness trends, challenges, and emerging opportunities, you will find new ways to build competitive advantage and drive business growth.
You may also be interested in the related program: Agribusiness Seminar.
The global pandemic and urgent concerns about climate change and environmental disasters are putting new levels of pressure on traditional agriculture business models and supply chains. These and other types of change, from emerging technologies to political shifts, have created new challenges, but also new possibilities, for companies that can innovate, develop new strategies, and scale their operations. For more than 60 years, business leaders from around the world have gathered for the Agribusiness Seminar at Harvard Business School (HBS) to discuss the changing agribusiness landscape—and shape the future of this vital industry. As you gain valuable insight into agribusiness trends, challenges, and emerging opportunities, you will find new ways to build competitive advantage and drive business growth.
You may also be interested in the related program: Agribusiness Seminar.
Particularly appropriate for: Chairpersons, chief executive officers, presidents, managing directors, owners, and other company leaders who drive strategy for their firms.
Program for Leadership Development participants earn 3 PLDA Points on completion of this program.
Particularly appropriate for: Chairpersons, chief executive officers, presidents, managing directors, owners, and other company leaders who drive strategy for their firms.
Program for Leadership Development participants earn 3 PLDA Points on completion of this program.
This program features sessions in the HBS Live Online Classroom.
Just as HBS pioneered the case study method, we also built the first live online classroom in 2014 and have been refining and optimizing our virtual program experience ever since. In a world that is now centered around virtual connection, our programs reflect the input and experience of tens of thousands of participants.
When you participate in a virtual HBS Executive Education program, you benefit from a powerful learning experience carefully designed with a virtual setting in mind. Through live, synchronous program sessions you'll engage directly with our renowned faculty to learn from their latest research, gain actionable takeaways, and facilitate your growth. In addition, virtual discussion groups will connect you to a global group of peers and build your network.
This program features sessions in the HBS Live Online Classroom.
Just as HBS pioneered the case study method, we also built the first live online classroom in 2014 and have been refining and optimizing our virtual program experience ever since. In a world that is now centered around virtual connection, our programs reflect the input and experience of tens of thousands of participants.
When you participate in a virtual HBS Executive Education program, you benefit from a powerful learning experience carefully designed with a virtual setting in mind. Through live, synchronous program sessions you'll engage directly with our renowned faculty to learn from their latest research, gain actionable takeaways, and facilitate your growth. In addition, virtual discussion groups will connect you to a global group of peers and build your network.
Through faculty presentations, case studies, group discussions, and industry guest speakers, you will explore agribusiness trends and best practices covering a wide array of organizational, strategic, competitive, economic, and societal issues.
The curriculum is based on the world-renowned HBS case method—a highly interactive approach that engages participants in a dynamic exchange of ideas as they identify and test possible actions. Further enriching the sessions is the unique opportunity to meet and hear from top executives of the companies featured in the cases.
The upcoming seminar will feature new agribusiness-specific cases incorporating the latest trends, evolving business models, competitive strategies, and novel thinking about industry opportunities and challenges.
Through faculty presentations, case studies, group discussions, and industry guest speakers, you will explore agribusiness trends and best practices covering a wide array of organizational, strategic, competitive, economic, and societal issues.
The curriculum is based on the world-renowned HBS case method—a highly interactive approach that engages participants in a dynamic exchange of ideas as they identify and test possible actions. Further enriching the sessions is the unique opportunity to meet and hear from top executives of the companies featured in the cases.
The upcoming seminar will feature new agribusiness-specific cases incorporating the latest trends, evolving business models, competitive strategies, and novel thinking about industry opportunities and challenges.
Pre-program Session: On Monday, May 9, 2022, from 10:00 AM to 12:45 PM ET, participants will attend a one-hour orientation and initial group meeting.
In-Program Schedule: This is an immersive five-day program consisting of live, synchronous sessions. Class time and small-group discussions will occupy the time between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM ET each day (including breaks). Class sessions will take place in the HBS Live Online Classroom. Optional afternoon and evening sessions include guest lectures, virtual social gatherings, and discussions with faculty. You will also have ample opportunity for interaction with faculty and peers inside and outside the class sessions.
Collaborative learning is an integral part of the experience. To maximize the benefit for everyone, you are expected to attend every non-optional session, complete all assignments, and contribute in the class and in small groups. We advise setting aside a total of 2-3 hours per day for program work in addition to the synchronous sessions.
Pre-program Session: On Monday, May 9, 2022, from 10:00 AM to 12:45 PM ET, participants will attend a one-hour orientation and initial group meeting.
In-Program Schedule: This is an immersive five-day program consisting of live, synchronous sessions. Class time and small-group discussions will occupy the time between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM ET each day (including breaks). Class sessions will take place in the HBS Live Online Classroom. Optional afternoon and evening sessions include guest lectures, virtual social gatherings, and discussions with faculty. You will also have ample opportunity for interaction with faculty and peers inside and outside the class sessions.
Collaborative learning is an integral part of the experience. To maximize the benefit for everyone, you are expected to attend every non-optional session, complete all assignments, and contribute in the class and in small groups. We advise setting aside a total of 2-3 hours per day for program work in addition to the synchronous sessions.
Our Executive Education programs are developed and taught by HBS faculty who are widely recognized as skilled educators, groundbreaking researchers, and award-winning authors. Through their board memberships, consulting, and field-based research, they address the complex challenges facing business leaders across the globe.
Baker Foundation Professor, George M. Moffett Professor of Agriculture and Business, Emeritus
James Dinan and Elizabeth Miller Professor of Business Administration
John D. Black Professor of Business Administration
Our Executive Education programs are developed and taught by HBS faculty who are widely recognized as skilled educators, groundbreaking researchers, and award-winning authors. Through their board memberships, consulting, and field-based research, they address the complex challenges facing business leaders across the globe.
Baker Foundation Professor, George M. Moffett Professor of Agriculture and Business, Emeritus
James Dinan and Elizabeth Miller Professor of Business Administration
John D. Black Professor of Business Administration