Title: Identify administrative, mechanical, communication, and decision-making skills necessary for success in an agribusiness.
Course: Agricultural Business Operations II (18201-36) > Section: Planning the Agribusiness Enterprise

Identification should include

- administrative skills
  - using math to analyze and present business information, solve problems, and make decisions
  - using computers and technology to make business more effective and efficient
  - drafting business reports and conducting clerical tasks
  - creating records, monitoring, and reporting financial information
  - making business decisions based on the global market and economy
  - using the principles of agribusiness to purchase and/or sell products and services
  - monitoring and improving business performance by collecting, analyzing, and communicating relevant information
  - using analytics to generate solutions to business problems
- mechanical skills
  - installing tools and equipment
  - operating tools and equipment
  - troubleshooting equipment and systems
  - setting up and shutting down equipment
  - monitoring, adjusting, and maintaining equipment and operations
  - repairing equipment and machines
  - modifying and fabricating parts and equipment
  - applying math to practical situations and problems
- professional skills
  - using professional communication and language
  - practicing interpersonal skills and customer service
  - researching, analyzing, and problem-solving
  - organizing, paying attention to detail, and demonstrating craftsmanship
  - attending to safety, ethical considerations, and legal responsibilities
  - demonstrating employability
  - practicing teamwork and team building
  - demonstrating leadership
  - practicing work etiquette
- technical skills
  - plant science
  - animal science.

Teacher Resource:

- Skills for Success in Agricultural Mechanics: A Snapshot of Technical Skills Ag Prep Students Will Possess, Wonderful Agriculture Career Prep, (http://ptopnetwork.jff.org/sites/default/files/Wonderful%20Ag%20Career%20Prep%20Competencies.pdf)

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important to understand the administrative and mechanical skill set needed for a business when planning to start a business?
- What are some communication skills needed by managers to ensure a business is successful?
- What types of decision-making strategies should managerial staff employ to solve business decisions?