Center of Excellence in Agriculture

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BS Agriculture

This program equips students with the knowledge and skills to analyze problems and to create, package and apply needed technologies in the development and conservation of agriculture and food system resources.  It has two major fields of specialization: Crop Science and Animal Science

Crop Science students employ scientific approaches to improve the quality of crops and sustainability of agricultural production.

 Animal Science students focus on the optimization of animal production with due consideration to animal welfare and the environment.

Where our graduates go

  • Agro-industrial companies (e.g. Del Monte Philippines, Inc., Dole Philippines, Inc., Nestle Philippines, San Miguel Purefoods Company, etc.)
  • National government agencies (e.g. DA, DENR, NEDA, DAR, PCIC)
  • Local government units
  • Non-government organizations
  • Academe and research institutions
  • Foreign agricultural companies
  • Several become agripreneurs

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BS Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering

This program focuses on the application of known engineering principles to agriculture and other biosystems. It addresses the engineering needs of production, processing, distribution and marketing of crop, animal, forestry, and fisheries and aquaculture resources; the efficient utilization, conservation and management of natural and renewable resources; and development of climate change mitigation measures (CHED CMO 94 S. 2017, Section 5).

Where our graduates go

  • Agro-industrial companies (e.g. Del Monte Philippines, Inc., Dole Philippines, Inc., Nestle Philippines, etc.)
  • National government agencies (e.g. DA, DOST, DENR, BSWM, DAR, PCIC)
  • Financial Institutions (DBP, BPI, Land Bank, UCPB, etc.)
  • Agri-machinery and agricultural inputs sales and marketing
  • Local government units
  • Non-government organizations
  • Academe, research institutions, and consultancy firms
  • Foreign agricultural companies
  • A few put up their own businesses and generate employment

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BS Food Technology

Food Technology is the science, engineering, and business management of food. It links agricultural production to food marketing, distribution and human nutrition. Students are equipped with the knowledge and skills on food preservation, packaging, storage and innovative food product development while ensuring food safety, quality and environmental sustainability.

Where our graduates go

  • Food and beverage companies (e.g. Del Monte Philippines, Inc., Dole Philippines, Inc., Universal Robina Corporation, Rebisco, Virginia Foods, Sunpride, Asia Brewery, Coca Cola, Pepsi, Gardenia)
  • National government agencies (e.g. Department of Science and Technology, Bureau of Food and Drugs, National Dairy Corporation, Department of Health)
  • Fastfood chains (as food auditors and store managers, e.g. Jollibee, McDonalds, Greenwich, KFC, Red Ribbon, Goldilocks)
  • Academe, training and research institutions, and consulting firms
  • Some become food entrepreneurs

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BS Development Communication

Development Communication is the art and science of human communication applied to the speedy transformation of a country and its people from poverty to a dynamic state of economic growth.

DevCom is purposive communication: value-laden, pragmatic, people-based, science-oriented and relevant. The communicator has a conscious intent to influence individuals or groups toward certain behavioral goals.

It is communication with a social conscience. It is primarily associated with rural problems but is also concerned with urban problems.

It has two primary functions: a transforming role, as it seeks social change in the direction of higher quality of life, and a social role, as it seeks to maintain more of the established values of society.

Where our graduates go

  • National government agencies (e.g. Philippine Information Agency, Department of Agriculture, Department of Agrarian Reform, Department of Social Welfare and Development)
  • Cooperatives and non-government organizations
  • Media outlets (e.g. GMA, ABS-CBN, CNN Philippines)
  • Academe, training and research institutions, and consultancy firms
  • Some become multimedia entrepreneurs

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BS Agribusiness

This program provides students with a solid understanding of the business of agriculture. It emphasizes understanding of the unique challenges facing businesses involved in the production, processing, distribution, marketing and sale of food, feed and fiber to customers.

Where our graduates go

  • Agro-industrial companies (e.g. Del Monte Philippines, Inc., Dole Philippines, Inc., Nestle Philippines, Bounty Fresh, FeedPro, etc.)
  • National government agencies (e.g. DA, DAR, PCIC, DTI)
  • Financial Institutions
  • Agri-Inputs Sales and Marketing Firms
  • Local government units
  • Non-government organizations
  • Academe, research institutions, and consultancy firms
  • Several put up their own businesses

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