Risk management and insurance play a crucial role in supporting the agriculture and agrifood industry by protecting producers, food processors, agribusinesses and financial institutions from unforeseen challenges. Saskatchewan Polytechnic's Agribusiness Risk and Insurance Management post-graduate diploma provides the specialized knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in this dynamic field.
Start date
September, January
Length
64 weeks
Locations(s)
Moose JawThe global agricultural industry faces a range of complex risks including unpredictable weather patterns, market fluctuations, changes in policies and regulations, and supply chain disruptions. This program prepares you to assess, manage and mitigate these risks using industry-leading practices and principles.
The Agribusiness Risk and Insurance Management post-graduate diploma provides you with:
- A strong foundation in risk assessment. You will earn the Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation.
- Four credits toward the Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation financial protection, and business sustainability.
You will also be emersed in Canadian agriculture, gaining a deep understanding of the issues and opportunities most relevant to Western Canada. Our curriculum ensures you receive relevant, hands-on learning experiences tailored to the real-world challenges of agribusiness risk and insurance.
You will study a variety of topics, including:
- Agribusiness economics and financial management
- Commercial, property and liability insurance
- Fundamental principles of risk management and insurance
- Leadership, client relations and change management
- Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
The program also provides practical exposure to industry practices, helping you develop critical thinking and analytical skills to navigate the evolving world of agribusiness risk and insurance.
Career and salary information
Your career
Career opportunities exist in insurance firms, agribusiness corporations, financial institutions, government agencies and risk consulting firms.
Graduates of this program will be well-positioned for careers in the insurance, financial, and agricultural sectors. Job opportunities may include:
- Agribusiness risk analyst
- Agricultural insurance broker
- Claims adjuster
- Financial risk consultant
- Insurance underwriter (Agriculture)
- Loss prevention specialist
- Risk and compliance officer
Admissions
Admission requirements
- A conferred bachelor's degree in any discipline
- English Language Requirement
Admission method
First Qualified/First AdmittedThe First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake.
Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year.
Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.
See Admission Processes for more information about this method of admission.
Tuition and fees
Estimates are based on current rates and are subject to change. Amounts for a program may vary by campus. Totals shown here include all mandatory fees as well as approximate cost for books and supplies. Visit the Tuition and Fees web page for a complete breakdown of tuition and fees for this program.
To be determined.
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