SAFE 5311. Advanced Agriculture & Food Entrepreneurship. 3 Hours.
Students examine the initiation of new ventures and growth of existing firms in sustainable agriculture and food production through opportunity recognition, innovation, and change. Students will develop effective entrepreneurial skills and behaviors, and gain familiarity with key startup issues such as business idea development, legal structures, franchising, e-commerce, marketing strategies, location selection, financing, and financial projections. Students will study and develop a structured business plan.
