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IMMS Professional Diploma • DAPM

Diploma in Agriculture & Plantation Management

A 30-credit programme combining production, agri-business, technology, environmental management, food value chains, ICT, policy, professional skills and an integrative capstone.

Agriculture & Plantation Management
Programme CodeDAPM
Duration2 Semesters
Structure48 sessions across two semesters
Credits30 Credits
MediumConfirm with Admissions
Programme Overview

Build knowledge that connects with professional practice.

A 30-credit programme combining production, agri-business, technology, environmental management, food value chains, ICT, policy, professional skills and an integrative capstone.

Who this programme is for

The curriculum is designed around agriculture and plantation-management capability across production, agri-business, technology, environment, food value chains, ICT and professional project work.

Learning approach

Structured academic learning is supported by applied work, programme-specific activities and professional development. Where stated in the curriculum, industry attachment / capstone work forms part of completion.

Curriculum

Programme modules & learning areas.

The module titles, credit values and focus areas below follow the supplied IMMS curriculum material.

DAPM 11013
Livestock and Poultry Management
3 Cr.
Role of livestock & poultry; non-ruminant management; ruminant management.
DAPM 11024
Economic & Marketing Environment of a Business
4 Cr.
Fundamentals of management; principles of economics; principles of marketing.
DAPM 11034
Agronomy of Crop Production Systems
4 Cr.
Agronomic practices; plantation crops; field/export crops; fruits, vegetables & floriculture.
DAPM 11042
Agricultural Technology & Operations Management
2 Cr.
Water and irrigation management; agricultural machinery.
DAPM 11053
Managing Environment for Agriculture
3 Cr.
Land and soil management; pest management; disease management.
DAPM 11063
Agri-Food Product Manufacturing & Value Chain
3 Cr.
Animal- and plant-based food processing; logistics; postharvest and food quality management.
DAPM 11072
QT and ICT for Agriculture & Plantations Management
2 Cr.
Data analysis, interpretation & reporting; use of ICT in agriculture.
DAPM 11082
Policy Environment & Trends in Agriculture and Plantation Management
2 Cr.
Agricultural policy environment; emerging trends and perspectives.
DAPM 11092
Professional Skills Development
2 Cr.
Personal/professional development; expert seminars; student seminar presentations.
DAPM 11105
Capstone Project - Portfolio Development
5 Cr.
Independent integrative project and portfolio demonstrating knowledge and professional skills.
Learning & Completion

How the programme develops and evaluates capability.

01

Interactive Learning

Teaching sessions supported by student-oriented learning activities.

02

Field & Practical Work

Field visits, field-visit reporting, practical learning and group oral presentations where relevant.

03

Capstone Portfolio

Independent integrative project and portfolio development to extend professional knowledge and skills.

DAPM is based on a separate detailed curriculum. Its 30-credit / 48-session structure differs from the five 60-credit professional diploma application documents.
Admissions

Entry pathway & learner profile.

  • The supplied DAPM curriculum does not state a general entry-qualification section.
  • Current eligibility requirements should be confirmed directly with IMMS Admissions before enrolment.
Future Pathways

Professional directions this learning can support.

Career outcomes depend on experience, employer requirements and further study. The following are relevant professional directions connected to the curriculum.

  • Agriculture & Plantation Operations
  • Crop Production Support
  • Agri-Business & Marketing Support
  • Agricultural Technology / Field Operations
  • Food Value Chain & Postharvest Support
  • Project / Field Coordination
Your Next Step

Get the current Agriculture & Plantation Management intake information from IMMS.

Speak with Admissions for fees, schedules, eligibility and enrolment guidance.

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