Agricultural Business, Leadership, & Education
Agricultural Business, Leadership, & Education
Grow Your Ag Career with Business Know-How and Leadership Skills
Program Overview
Step into the future of agriculture at College of Western Idaho (CWI), where you will learn to lead, communicate, and grow in one of Idaho’s most in-demand industries. The Agricultural Business, Leadership, and Education program blends science, business, and leadership training to prepare you for careers in agri-business, sales, education, public relations, and more.
Earn an affordable, transfer-ready degree built to move with you including a direct transfer pathway to University of Idaho’s Agricultural Science, Communication, and Leadership program. Whether your next step is a job, a four-year degree, or even graduate school, this program gets you started — and gets you ahead.
Learning Opportunities
- Sharpen Your Business Skills: Learn to manage, market, and lead in today’s agriculture industries.
- Master the Science of Agriculture: Study the science behind modern farming practices and how they apply to real issues.
- Lead with Confidence: Build your leadership voice through public speaking and collaboration.
- Grow Your Network: Connect with local agriculture professionals, and explore career opportunities.
- Prepare for What’s Next: Take advantage of direct transfer to the University of Idaho and beyond, or get started in your career.
Areas of Study
Degrees & Certificates
Agriculture Business, Leadership, and Education – Associate of Arts Degree
Cost:
$9,861
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Career Opportunities
1063
Annual Openings*
$
35.10
Hourly Median Wage*
$
73,008
Annual Median Salary
18.28
%
Growth (2025 – 2035)*
Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments. May hire, train, and supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation. May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, and financial and marketing activities.
402
Annual Openings*
$
18.65
Hourly Median Wage*
$
38,792
Annual Median Salary
3.15
%
Growth (2025 – 2035)*
Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of agricultural, forestry, aquacultural, and related workers.
25
Annual Openings*
$
21.94
Hourly Median Wage*
$
45,635
Annual Median Salary
9.34
%
Growth (2025 – 2035)*
*Data sourced from Lightcast™ (2023), a global leader in labor market analytics, and limited to the state of Idaho. Contact CWI Institutional Research for questions regarding this data. Career pathways may require further education beyond CWI.
"This program is tough and requires a lot of work, but I believe it is one of the greatest fields to get into. I found my true calling late, but at least I found it." Read More >
Admissions
Step 1
- Apply to CWI.
- Choose Agricultural Business, Leadership, & Education as your major.
Step 2
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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Cost & Aid
As a student in this program, you may be eligible for financial aid and scholarships.
Enrichment Opportunities
Enhance your academic experience, expand your knowledge, reach your goals, and celebrate your achievements.
Advising
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Transfer Information
Plan ahead for a smooth transition to a four-year college or university.
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