BSST 416 Agricultural Finance and Price Risk Analysis

Agricultural Finance and Price Risk Analysis prepares bank managers and agricultural lenders to analyze agricultural-related lending. Topics will include asset valuations, commodities and pricing, and factors affecting the financial health of agricultural industry. Online only

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Discuss key factors that separate agricultural finance and lending from the other types of business banks conduct.
2. Determine asset valuations and crop production projections within the current market.
3. Identify risk reduction options available such as government-offered or private-crop insurance.
4. Discuss the various factors that affect the financial health of the agricultural industry with specific references to the northern plains.
5. Determine applicant qualifications in relation to lending policies.