Lincoln University's Diploma in Farm Management leads on from the Diploma in Agriculture and is designed for students who are seeking a management career in Agribusiness, or as a professional Farm Manager.

Students will study all aspects of agribusiness management, including land purchase and ownership, financial and taxation management, investment analysis, agricultural law, labour managment and law, and machinery ownership.

Practical Work

A period of Practical Work is a requirement of this qualification and full details are available in the handbook.

A summary of requirements is provided:
• 44 weeks in total on at least two different types of farms

It is important that students in this programme have the following attributes to ensure successful completion of the practicum:
• Competence in driving vehicles (previous tractor or truck driving experience is an advantage)
• Previous farming experience is preferred, though not essential
• Physical ability for working on farms without endangering yourself or others.

One of the following:
• NCEA Level 2, a minimum of 40 credits over four subjects recognised by Lincoln University as suitable for entry (see the 'attachments' box further down for more information) to this diploma. The literacy and numeracy requirements for university entrance are also required. The list of subjects is reviewed periodically and applicants who have taken subjects other than those listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis. A maximum of 24 credits in any one subject will be counted towards the total. 

• Viet Nam High School Graduation Certificate (Bang Tot Ngiep Trung hoc Pho thong)

• Other Pathways