Tap into your Potential

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About the Program

As part of our continuing effort to provide development opportunities to our team, we recently formed a long-term partnership with Colorado State University.

This partnership will enable selected JBS team members to take advantage of a variety of educational opportunities at CSU. Please see program descriptions below and complete the application if you’re interested.

We’re excited about the long-term positive impact this affiliation will have for our team members and our business!

Details & Requirements

	Online Agricultural Business Degree Completion Program	MBA Programs
Details	3 courses/semester, two semesters/year	Begins in Fall
Offered Globally	Y	Y
Necessary Previous Degree	Associate's of Arts or High School Diploma with approval at on line math test	Bachelor's Degree
Payback Agreement	Maintain a cumulative B- and above. 1 year retention following program completion.	Maintain a cumulative B- and above. 5 years retention following program completion.
Time commitment from participant	15 - 20 hours per week	15 - 20 hours per week
Maximum length of completion guide	3-4 years	2 Years
Investment from JBS and Participant	100% tuition paid by JBS; Books are the responsibility of the participant.	100% tuition paid by JBS; Books are the responsibility of the participant.

Online Agricultural Business Degree (20 slots)

Online MBA (20 slots)

Timeline:

2023 Undergraduate Agricultural Business Degree Application

Application for the 2023 Agricultural Business Degree program is now open
Application closes on Monday, February 27, 2023
All applicants will be notified of their status by Friday, March 17th

2024 Online MBA Program

Application for the 2024 Online MBA program will open November 2023

BU leadership will select the CSU participants based – in part – on 9-box placement, the Statement of Purpose, and succession planning considerations.

Online Agribusiness Degree Completion

Advance your career with a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Business. Offered through the College of Agricultural Sciences, this program gives you the knowledge and training needed to manage the production and marketing of agricultural products.

Application & Selection Process

Complete the JBS/CSU Partnership Application using the Application Link below
The JBS & Pilgrim’s selection committee will review all applications and make selection decisions. All applicants will be contacted by March 17, 2023, regardless of status
If selected for the JBS/CSU Partnership cohort, your information will be shared with the CSU Agribusiness Admissions staff
- CSU Admissions staff will connect with you to complete the Admissions Application to the University
Once admitted to CSU, the Agribusiness Program staff will help you enroll in classes

For more information on the CSU admissions process and curriculum, click here.

The Information Slide Deck for the program can be found here: 2023 Agribusiness Degree Slide Deck.

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MBA Programs

CSU’s Professional MBA program welcomes bright minds from around the world to learn together in one inspirational space. The online MBA offers a comprehensive curriculum that brings the on-campus classroom environment to working professionals via online learning and streaming video. It is designed for maximum flexibility allowing you to maintain your career while obtaining a graduate degree. CSU’s Denver MBA program offers an environment that emphasizes teamwork, communication and leadership, with a collaborative approach between professors and students.

For more information on the CSU admissions process and curriculum, click here.

The Powerpoint from the Information Session on 12/8/21 can be found here: 2022 CSU-JBS MBA Program Interest Session Presentation.

If you have any questions, please contact CSUPrograms@jbssa.com.