Be the Agri-leader the sector needs
The Master in International Agribusiness Management is a full-time course designed for graduates and professionals with an interest in international agribusiness. The programme offers students the opportunity to learn from leading professionals in the sector.
MIAM represents the international focus of ISAM; an international business school with international students learning in the global agricultural hub of Almería (Spain).
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Overview
Share a classroom with the leaders of tomorrow and transform the agricultural world.
Length
11 months
Language
English
Campus
Almería (Spain)
Modality
Full time
Format
In person
Start date
September 2023
- +15 company visits.
- Mandatory internship in an agri-company.
- In Almería, one of the biggest agricultural hubs in Europe and in the world.
- Learn from professionals and experts in the industry (BASF, Syngenta, Global G.A.P.).
- Learn how technology will continue to impact the agro-industry.
- Visits to International agricultural fairs (Fruit Attraction, Fruit Logistica...)
- Connect with C-level professionals in the agri-sector
- Mini challenges, real case studies, consulting projects with real agri-companies (Koppert, Agrobío, Ecoinver).
Programme
If you want to start your own company, take your current company to the next level or start your international career in the agricultural sector those are the main skills where you need to succeed.
Strategy in the agri business world
- Strategy direction
- Analysis of Strategies in the Agro sector
- Management control
Managing in the agri food system & HR
- Human resources management
- Strategic and operational recruiting
- Performance management
- Strategic career planning
Finance & Accounting in the agribusiness world
- Basic Accounting concepts
- Basic Financial Statements
- Currency operations
- Growth and profitability
- Green Finances
- Fintech
Agricultural Marketing
- Strategic marketing
- Digital marketing
- Branding
- Sustainable Marketing
Sales & Business Development
- Sales
- International Agribusiness
Sustainable Operations & Supply Chain Models
- Operations
- Agro-logistics
- Lean Manufacturing
- Quality management
- Purchasing
Agri Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- Innovation
- Agile methodologies
- Product development
- Entrepreneurship
Only in this MBA
Smart Agro & Tech
- Business IT
- Big Data
- Cloud Computing
- Software and criteria for selection
Only in this MBA
Leadership Skills
- Team management and efficiency
- Performance and productivity
- Creativity and innovation
The agricultural world: sustainability
- Innovation
- Agile methodologies
- Product development
- Entrepreneurship
Only in this MBA
Career development & Personal Growth
- Personal design
- Talent management
- Career development
- Personal brand
Only in this MBA
Individual thesis
The student will prepare an individual project to create a new company or business. You can also focus on developing and improving an existing company or one of its departments.
Final Team Project
In groups, the student will prepare a consulting project with their classmates about a real case for a company in the sector. There will be different meeetings with executives from the chosen company. Students will be graded by a panel of experts.
Internship
The student will carry out an internship in a company with a minimum duration of 6 weeks. This experience will allow the student to get experience first-hand in the agricultural sector.
Optional Discovery Trip
- Each edition of the master will have a trip in which the students will visit countries and leading international companies in the agricultural sector.
Key Points
- Create your own start-up
- Take your current company to the next level
- Develop your global agribusiness career.
MIAM Students
MIAM students are graduates and professionals with a desire to learn from the world’s leading agribusiness thinkers and a willingness to commit to a full-time study programme.
Open-minded leaders wanting to develop their careers within a multicultural environment. Studying in Almería, one of the main agricultural hubs in the world, students will gain an international perspective of the sector.
Profile
This master’s degree is designed for recent graduates and professionals who work or want to work in companies involved in the entire agricultural supply chain.
Average age
28 years on average
Average Work experience
4.5 years of professional experience on average
We are proud to receive students from all around the world with different backgrounds and work experience. It is not mandatory to have previous work experience but is always a plus.
Nationalities
Students from all over the world
Spain, Greece, Germany, Italy, Albania, Nigeria, South Africa, India, Mexico, Honduras, Chile, Lebanon…
Employability
77% of MIAM students
Find a job before finishing their internship.
The ISAM Ecosystem
Global Agricompanies trust ISAM:
- Sending their top-management professionals to teach at ISAM.
- Sending their employees to study with us: junior, medium and high management.
- Hiring our ISAM graduates.
- Working on consulting, mini challenges and real cases with our students.
Scholarships
A commitment to young talent, diversity and equal opportunities for future leaders in the Agri-sector. ISAM Scholarships Program is a unique tool for young graduates who want to grow professionally in the agricultural sector and need financial help to study at ISAM.
Global Scholarships
The Global Scholarships are directed to international students who are planning to study at ISAM campus for the MIAM program.
In order to apply for ISAM Global Scholarships you need to be involved in the admission process for the MIAM Program. Please, make sure that you fill the MIAM application form before you consider applying for scholarship.
To apply for ISAM Scholarships you will need to record a Video selecting one of the following topics and upload it in the following link.
The scholarship does not include accommodation, living and transportation expenses.
Description:
Dedicated to students who have demonstrated enthusiasm and a natural aptitude for leadership. This may be in work context through inspiring and managing a high-performing team, or by holding significant leadership roles in a social, charitable or entrepreneurial context.
Requeriments:
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Be admitted in MIAM
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Send a video between 2-3 minutes about a professional plan/project you want to start in your future career after coursing MIAM.
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The Admissions Committee will review every application and decide on the amount of scholarship that corresponds to every student.
Description:
Dedicated to students who have a positive impact in making the world a better place. Successful candidates will show their plans to use their degree to improve the lives of their fellow citizens or have worked in organizations serving underprivileged populations.
Requeriments:
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Be admitted in MIAM
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Send a video between 2-3 minutes about how your dedication to sustainability and social causes will have positive effects in the future of Agribusiness.
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The Admissions Committee will review every application and decide on the amount of scholarship that corresponds to every student.
Description:
Awarded to aspiring business leaders who have worked full-time for a minimum of one year in a large global corporation. For this scholarship, ISAM is seeking applicants who have experience in an international company and have a global business mindset.
Requeriments:
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Be admitted in MIAM
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Show proof of working experience in a large corporation. It will be positively valued if it is an agri-company.
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Send a video of between 2-3 minutes about how MIAM will help you grow in your professional career inside a global agri-company.
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The Admissions Committee will review every application and decide on the amount of scholarship that corresponds to every student.
Description:
It applies to candidates who have been involved in an Start Up or who are planning to start their own company after they finish their master’s degree.
Requeriments:
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Be admitted in MIAM
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Show proof of working experience in a large corporation. It will be positively valued if it is an agri-company.
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Send a video of between 2-3 minutes where you explain your entreprenurial project in the Agribusiness sector.
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The Admissions Committee will review every application and decide on the amount of scholarship that corresponds to every student.
Description:
Created for female applicants who have interest in entering in the Agribusiness sector. In ISAM we aim to promote personal growth through education for women who aspire to become leaders of the agri-sector at at global level.
Requeriments:
Be admitted in MIAM
Be a woman
Show proof of working experience in a large corporation. It will be positively valued if it is an agri-company.
Send a video of between 2-3 minutes on this topic: “How are you planning to grow your community/region/company as a woman in agribusiness?”
Description:
Dedicated to candidates who have excelled in their studies, earning an outstanding GPA. Applicants previous studies do not need to be related to Agribusiness, but they are motivated to enter this sector and keep growing in their careers.
Requeriments:
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Be admitted in MIAM
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Show poof of an outstanding GPA
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Send a video of between 2-3 minutes explaining why a good academic performance is important become an agri-leader.
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The Admissions Committee will review every application and decide on the amount of scholarship that corresponds to every student.
Scholarships for residents in Spain
These Scholarships are aimed to Spanish citizens and residents. Scholarship applications should be completed and submitted within the MIAM application form to the Admissions Department as soon as possible.
Description:
This scholarship is aimed to support talented young people living in Spain who intend to develop their professional and personal skills to lead the agribusiness sector without leaving Spain.
ISAM offers 2 scholarships for 50% of the total Tuition Fee. With this scholarship, ISAM wants to help young professionals with fewer resources, who are passionate about leading the sector and who we trust, after having received this training, can positively influence the development of the sector generating a positive impact on society.The scholarship does not include accommodation, living and transportation expenses.
Requeriments:
Aplication before September May 8th. Resolution Date: May 19th.
Be accepted in MIAM
Have Spanish nationality or be a resident in Spain.
Send a video of 6-8 minutes on the topic: “The future of the Spanish agricultural sector as the main fruit and vegetables provider in Europe.”
The Admissions Committee will review every application and decide on the beneficiary of this scholarship.
Description:
This scholarship is aimed at recent graduates who are from Almería and would like to enroll in our Master in International Agribusiness Management (MIAM).
ISAM offers the possibility of applying for three scholarships that will cover 100%, 60%, or 50% of the tuition fee of three students who are focused on building their careers in the Agribusiness sector.
The students who benefit from the scholarships will act during the academic year as ambassadors for Almería and the agricultural sector, collaborating closely with ISAM in different activities. In fact, they will be doing a part-time internship with ISAM during the course.
Requeriments:
Aplication before May 8th. Resolution Date: 19th May
Be accepted in MIAM
Have Spanish nationality or be a resident in Spain for more than 5 years.
Send a video of 6-8 minutes on the topic: “How do you see the Almería’s Agricultural Model in 20 years?”
The Admissions Committee will review every application and decide on the beneficiary of this scholarship.
- More info here.
Scholarships for IAAS Members
Description:
Dedicated to candidates that are part of IAAS (International Association of students in Agricultural and related Sciences), who are motivated to enter this sector professionally and keep growing in their careers.
Requeriments:
Be admitted in MIAM
Send a video of 5-6 minutes about » The future of technology in the agricultural sector».
Applications deadline: May 8th.
- More info here.
Admission
Our specialized program guides students on an exciting and intensive learning journey towards achieving their career goals.
Total tuition fee: 21,000 €
The fees for the ISAM MIAM Program cover tuition, course materials, on-campus IT services and more*.
*Accommodation and living expenses are not included.
25 STUDENTS PER INTAKE.
Fill in the online admission form.
Pay the €90 admission fee.
Upload the following documents through the online application portal:
- CV
- Motivation Letter
- University degree (if you are in the last year of your degree, you can provide your academic records)
- Transcript of Records
- Proof of English (if applicable)
- Scanned copy of ID Card or Passport
- Passport-size photo
Bachelor degree
In order to apply to the MIAM program candidates need to have finished or be in the last year of a Bachelor’s Degree program.
It is also possible to apply to the MIAM program if the candidate does not have a bachelor degree but has more than 5 years of professional experience.
If you are currently studying the last year of your Bachelor’s Degree you will need to finish your university studies and obtain your final diploma before the beginning of the program.
Proficiency in English
If you do not have your English results at the time of admission, you will be required to provide them two months before the program starts. Admission without an official English certificate will be considered conditional until the certificate is provided.
The English certificate Scores are:
- TOEFL IBT: 70
- CAE: C1
- IELTS: 6
- PTE: 50
*Applicants whose mother tongue is English do not need to present the English certificate.
*Applications that have completed their full Bachelor’s Degree at an English-speaking university must submit written evidence that the language of instruction of their studies was English.
After submitting all your documents you will be contacted for an interview, which is a mandatory requirement for your admission.
The Admissions Committee will select the candidates based on their profile and their performance during the admissions interview.
Once the application is completed, the admission resolution will be sent to the candidate within a maximum of 2 weeks.
Registration must be paid within 15 days after admission. The payment of the confirmation deposit (1500€) is essential in order to reserve your place.
Students will need to follow the payment calendar. All the payments from the student to ISAM Education will be made through Stripe or Flywire.
We understand that the financial situation of every student is different, please contact your admissions advisor for more information about payment plans.
One payment – 5% discount FINAL TUITION FEE.
Two payments – 2% discount FINAL TUITION FEE.
Six monthly payments without interest.
- You can pay the tuition in up to 3 installments before starting the course.
- You can use it in combination with any other type of financial aid that you could receive.
- Our installment payment plans do not accrue interest and do not require pre-approval.
- Students who decide to take advantage of a payment plan of more than 3 installments, ISAM will charge € 100 for administrative services.
