Bachelor Of Agribusiness

The Botany and Morphology of Oil Palm course equips students with an in-depth understanding of the structure and functions of the organs of the oil palm (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.), providing a scientific foundation for sustainable plantation cultivation. The course covers taxonomy and the morphology of oil palm roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits, and seeds, as well as their relationships with plant physiology and productivity.The learning competencies are aligned with SKKNI No. 237 of 2019 (Sustainable Oil Palm Plantation Sector) and SKKNI No. 410 of 2020 (KKNI Level for Sustainable Oil Palm Plantation).

• CPMK1 — Able to explain the taxonomy, classification, and scope of oil palm botany.
• CPMK2 — Able to identify the morphology of oil palm vegetative organs (roots, stems, and leaves) and relate them to cultivation techniques.
• CPMK3 — Able to analyze the morphology of oil palm generative organs (flowers, fruits, and seeds) and their implications for harvesting and post-harvest handling.

The Agribusiness Systems course comprehensively examines the concepts, structure, and dynamics of agribusiness systems, covering the upstream subsystem (procurement of production inputs), farming/production activities, the downstream subsystem (processing and marketing), and supporting subsystems (institutions, financing, and policies). The primary focus is on plantation commodities, particularly oil palm, as a representative example of large-scale agribusiness in Indonesia. Students are engaged in analyzing the interrelationships among subsystems, identifying opportunities and constraints within the agribusiness value chain, and designing strategies for developing efficient and competitive agribusiness systems. The learning approach is based on case studies and real-world projects, aligned with the Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture No. 501/KPTS/SM.250/M/6/2022 concerning the Indonesian National Qualifications Framework (KKNI) for Agricultural Sector Workers in Agribusiness Management, as well as the Decree of the Minister of Manpower of the Republic of Indonesia No. 237 of 2019 concerning the Establishment of Indonesian National Work Competency Standards (SKKNI) for the Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries Category in the Sustainable Oil Palm Plantation Sector, particularly to strengthen the technical aspects of cultivation, governance, and sustainability certification (ISPO) in the oil palm commodity.

• CPMK1 — Able to explain the concept of agribusiness systems, their subsystems, and the interrelationships among subsystems within the context of the Indonesian oil palm plantation sector.
• CPMK2 — Able to determine the performance and problems of each agribusiness subsystem (upstream, farming, downstream, and supporting subsystems) using a value chain approach.
• CPMK3 — Able to design an integrated agribusiness system development strategy based on value chain analysis and present it in the form of a simple business plan.

This course addresses the ability to manage oneself effectively by strengthening character and professional ethics, as well as managing time, emotions, stress, and communication, alongside career and financial planning. Students are guided to cultivate positive habits and workplace readiness within the agribusiness and oil palm plantation sectors through discussions, practical activities, and structured projects.

• CPMK1 — Able to identify the basic concepts of self-management, character values, and professional ethics in the context of agribusiness and oil palm plantations.
• CPMK2 — Able to manage oneself through effective time, emotion, and stress management, as well as effective communication and teamwork in academic activities and the oil palm plantation workplace.
• CPMK3 — Able to develop personal career plans, manage finances, make decisions, and practice self-leadership in responding to the dynamics of the oil palm plantation field.

This course examines fundamental sociological concepts, the socio-cultural characteristics of plantation communities, social interactions and structures, and village or plantation institutions. Plantation Sociology also explores the dynamics of agrarian conflict, plantation capitalism, development, welfare, environmental issues, and the role of the state, while evaluating various social phenomena occurring within plantation communities.

• CPMK1 — Able to identify the basic concepts of plantation sociology
• CPMK2 — Able to identify social aspects within plantation communities
• CPMK3 — Able to identify the dynamics of development and social conflicts in plantation areas

The Statistics course examines the fundamental concepts of descriptive statistics, including data classification, measures of central tendency and dispersion, and data presentation in tables and graphs; the concepts of probability and probability distributions (discrete and continuous); and statistical inference, including estimation, hypothesis testing, and simple regression-correlation analysis. All concepts are contextualized to production data, productivity, and business risk in oil palm plantation agribusiness, enabling students to apply statistical analysis to agribusiness decision-making through case studies, analytical exercises, and group projects, aligned with the Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture No. 501/KPTS/SM.250/M/6/2022 concerning the Indonesian National Qualifications Framework (KKNI) for Agribusiness Management, as well as SKKNI No. 237 of 2019 concerning Sustainable Palm Oil Plantation.

• CPMK1 — Able to apply basic descriptive statistics concepts to process and present agribusiness and oil palm plantation data. (SKKNI 237 Sustainable Palm Oil Plantation)
• CPMK2 — Able to apply the concepts of probability and probability distributions in the analysis of oil palm plantation agribusiness data. (SKKNI 237 Sustainable Palm Oil Plantation)
• CPMK3 — Able to apply statistical inference (estimation, hypothesis testing, simple regression and correlation) for decision-making in oil palm plantation agribusiness. (SKKNI 237 Sustainable Palm Oil Plantation)

The Plantation Management course comprehensively covers the management of plantation agribusiness, including planning, operations, quality control, human resource management, finance, and marketing of plantation products. This course integrates technical and managerial aspects in the management of Indonesia’s leading plantation commodities, including oil palm, rubber, cocoa, coconut, and coffee. Students will learn about plantation operational management, the utilization of agricultural machinery and equipment, production monitoring, risk management, and the preparation of sustainable plantation agribusiness plans. Learning competencies are aligned with KKNI No. 501/KPTS/SM.250/M/6/2022 and enriched by the Indonesian National Work Competency Standards (SKKNI) for Sustainable Oil Palm Plantations (Minister of Manpower Decree No. 237 of 2019) as a technical reference for the operational management of oil palm plantations.

• CPMK1 — Able to determine the concepts and functions of management in plantation business activities.
• CPMK2 — Able to determine management principles in managing plantation resources effectively and efficiently.
• CPMK3 — Able to conceptualize an innovative and sustainable plantation management system.

The Microeconomics course examines the behavior of the smallest economic units, namely consumers, producers, and markets, as well as the interactions among them in determining prices and allocating resources. The topics cover the theories of demand and supply, elasticity, consumer behavior (utility), production and cost theory, market structures (perfect competition, monopoly, oligopoly, and monopolistic competition), as well as market failures and the role of government. All concepts are directed and contextualized within plantation commodities and industries, particularly palm oil, enabling students to apply microeconomic theories to managerial decision-making in agribusiness. The learning approach is based on case studies, analytical exercises, and group projects, aligned with the Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture No. 501/KPTS/SM.250/M/6/2022 concerning the Indonesian National Qualifications Framework (KKNI) for Agricultural Sector Workers in Agribusiness Management, as well as the Decree of the Minister of Manpower of the Republic of Indonesia No. 237 of 2019 concerning the Establishment of the Indonesian National Work Competency Standards (SKKNI) for the Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries Category, Major Group of Crop Agriculture, Animal Production, Hunting and Related Activities (YBDI), specifically in the field of Sustainable Palm Oil Plantation. These regulations serve as additional references for the technical and operational aspects of production planning, cost management, and sustainability of palm oil plantation businesses.

• CPMK1 — Able to explain the mechanisms of demand, supply, and equilibrium price formation, and apply them to plantation commodity markets. (A.01AGR00.021.1 & M.741000.001.01; SKKNI 237: A.01KSW00.031.1 & A.01KSW00.034.1)
• CPMK2 — Able to analyze the market structures of plantation commodities (perfect competition, monopoly, and oligopoly) and their implications for pricing and output strategies.
• CPMK3 — Able to evaluate market failures, externalities, and the role of government policies, and apply microeconomic analysis to managerial decision-making in agribusiness.

The Plantation Product Processing Technology and Its Derivatives course for oil palm commodities comprehensively examines the processing of fresh fruit bunches (FFB) into primary products and high-value economic derivatives. Topics include the basic principles of processing, oil extraction technologies for Crude Palm Oil (CPO) and Palm Kernel Oil (PKO), quality control, and production process efficiency in palm oil mills. In addition to technical aspects, the course integrates analytical and managerial competencies, including the preparation of processing cost estimates, production cost analysis, and the design of realistic operational work plans for palm oil mills. Students will learn about waste utilization, diversification of derivative products (oleochemicals, food products, and bioenergy), and the application of sustainability principles in the palm oil industry. Through case-based and project-based learning, students are expected to understand the palm oil industry value chain from upstream to downstream and develop the skills to design production systems that are efficient, economical, and sustainable. Learning competencies are aligned with Indonesian National Work Competency Standards (SKKNI) No. 313 of 2013 as the primary reference, complemented by SKKNI No. 237 of 2019 (Sustainable Palm Oil Plantation) in aspects related to the supply chain of FFB raw materials from plantations to palm oil mills.

• CPMK1 — Able to conceptualize the principles and initial stages of fresh fruit bunch (FFB) processing.
• CPMK2 — Able to conceptualize the working system of machinery and the stages of the palm oil extraction process.
• CPMK3 — Able to demonstrate the processing of palm kernels and various palm oil derivative products.

This course equips students with the ability to apply basic principles of biology, chemistry, physics, soil science, botany, and agronomy through practicum activities to identify soil characteristics, plant morphology, and oil palm growth and development processes, followed by systematic observation, measurement, data analysis, and evaluation of plant growth conditions to formulate effective, efficient, and sustainable oil palm cultivation recommendations.

• CPMK1 — Able to apply basic principles of biology, chemistry, physics, soil science, botany, and agronomy to identify soil characteristics, plant morphology, and the growth and development processes of oil palm.
• CPMK2 — Able to systematically and scientifically observe, measure, identify, and analyze data on soil characteristics, oil palm morphology, and environmental factors affecting plant growth.
• CPMK3 — Able to integrate the results of observations and analyses in basic science, soil science, botany, and agronomy to evaluate plant growth conditions and formulate effective, efficient, and sustainable oil palm cultivation recommendations.

Learning the basic concepts of soil science to support sustainable agriculture.

• CPMK1 — Able to conceptualize the fundamentals of soil science to analyze soil-forming factors and physical soil properties.
• CPMK2 — Able to conceptualize the principles of soil biology to analyze the diversity of soil organisms, as well as their interactions and roles in organic matter formation and soil fertility dynamics.
• CPMK3 — Able to implement the concepts of soil chemistry, soil classification, and soil conservation principles to assess land problems and formulate sustainable soil management strategies.

Capable of critically, creatively, and ethically utilizing digital technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based tools to support self-directed learning and academic problem-solving

• CPMK1 — Capable of understanding, explaining, and using digital technologies and AI tools appropriately and ethically to support independent learning and solve academic problems.

This course addresses the fundamental concepts and technical planning of oil palm replanting, covering replanting criteria and timing, removal of old plantings, replanting, and budget planning; replanting financing schemes (BPDPKS funds/Smallholder Oil Palm Replanting program, bank credit), cash flow management, and intercropping during the replanting period; as well as financial feasibility evaluation (NPV, IRR, BEP), risk identification and mitigation, and the preparation of evaluation reports and program recommendations. Students are guided to apply financing and operational analysis for oil palm replanting through case studies, analytical exercises, and structured projects.

• CPMK1 — Able to determine the basic concepts of oil palm replanting and its technical and budget planning.
• CPMK2 — Able to apply financing schemes and manage operations during the oil palm replanting period.
• CPMK3 — Able to evaluate the financial feasibility and risks of an oil palm replanting program.

This course addresses the concepts and stages of oil palm pre-production, from nursery to the immature plant (TBM) period, covering land requirement planning, plantation layout, and pre-production facilities and infrastructure; the management of nursery resources (pre nursery and main nursery), labor, production inputs, and the maintenance of immature plants; through to the evaluation of pre-production resource efficiency and readiness for the transition to the mature plant (TM) stage. Students are guided to apply oil palm pre-production resource planning and management through case studies, analytical exercises, and structured projects.

• CPMK1 — Able to determine the basic concepts and resource planning at the oil palm pre-production stage (nursery and planting).
• CPMK2 — Able to manage land, labor, and production resources during the immature plant (TBM) period.
• CPMK3 — Able to evaluate the efficiency of pre-production resource management and readiness for the transition to the mature plant (TM) stage.

This course addresses the basic concepts and application of quality management, covering quality dimensions and principles, quality standards for agribusiness and oil palm plantation products (SNI, ISPO, RSPO), quality control tools and techniques (Seven QC Tools, Statistical Process Control), the application of ISO 9001 and HACCP quality management systems, and continuous quality improvement strategies (Kaizen, PDCA) along with internal quality audits. Students are guided to apply quality management principles to production processes and agribusiness and oil palm plantation organizations through discussions, case studies, and structured projects.

• CPMK1 — Able to identify the basic concepts of quality management and quality standards in the agribusiness and oil palm plantation industry.
• CPMK2 — Able to apply quality control tools and techniques and quality management systems (ISO 9001, HACCP) in plantation production processes.
• CPMK3 — Able to determine continuous quality improvement strategies and quality audits in agribusiness organizations.

The Smart Agribusiness course examines digital transformation in agribusiness management, covering the fundamental concepts of smart agribusiness and Agriculture 4.0, the digital technology ecosystem within the agribusiness value chain, precision agriculture technologies (Internet of Things, sensors, drones and remote sensing), big data and decision support systems, and digital business strategies (e-commerce, digital marketing, management information systems, and traceability). All concepts are directed and contextualized within plantation commodities and industries, particularly palm oil, enabling students to design and evaluate the application of digital technology in agribusiness managerial decision-making. The learning approach is based on case studies, analytical exercises, and group projects, aligned with the Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture No. 501/KPTS/SM.250/M/6/2022 concerning the Indonesian National Qualifications Framework (KKNI) for Agricultural Sector Workers in Agribusiness Management, as well as the Decree of the Minister of Manpower of the Republic of Indonesia No. 237 of 2019 concerning the Indonesian National Work Competency Standards (SKKNI) for the Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries Category, specifically in the field of Sustainable Palm Oil Plantation, as additional references for the technical-operational aspects of digital technology adoption and business sustainability of palm oil plantations.

• CPMK1 — Able to explain the fundamental concepts of smart agribusiness, digital transformation, and the Agriculture 4.0 ecosystem in the context of oil palm plantation agribusiness.
• CPMK2 — Able to apply precision agriculture technologies (Internet of Things, sensors, drone/remote sensing, and big data) for monitoring, analysis, and operational decision-making in oil palm plantations.
• CPMK3 — Able to design digital business strategies (e-commerce, digital marketing, management information systems, and traceability) and evaluate the application of smart agribusiness in the managerial decision-making of oil palm plantations.

This course addresses the concepts and application of strategic leadership within organizations, covering leadership styles, strategic decision-making, persuasive communication, and team building, as well as the ability to identify, analyze, and resolve organizational conflict through negotiation and mediation. Students are guided to apply the principles of strategic leadership and conflict resolution to the dynamics of agribusiness and oil palm plantation work through discussions, simulations, case studies, and structured projects.

• CPMK1 — Able to identify the basic concepts of strategic leadership and leadership styles in the context of agribusiness and oil palm plantation organizations.
• CPMK2 — Able to apply strategic decision-making, persuasive communication, and team building in the leadership of plantation organizations.
• CPMK3 — Able to determine strategies for identifying, analyzing, and resolving organizational conflict, as well as negotiation, in the dynamics of oil palm plantation work.

The Service Excellence course studies the concepts, strategies, and techniques of delivering high-quality service that exceeds customer expectations. This course equips students with effective communication skills, an understanding of professional ethics, and the ability to execute service recovery and handle customer complaints in a solution-oriented and professional manner across various service industry sectors.

• CPMK1 — able to apply excellent service strategies and professional customer complaint handling in accordance with service industry ethical standards.

Studying the scope of corruption, including its forms, causes, impacts, and prevention efforts.

• CPMK1 — Students are able to evaluate anti-corruption policies and practices in Indonesia, formulate and develop an integrated strategic plan for combating corruption, and demonstrate and uphold a genuine commitment to anti-corruption values in daily life and the workplace.

A course that gives students real work experience through placement at partner institutions/companies in the agribusiness sector. It covers pre-departure briefing and work planning, field observation and orientation, execution of technical tasks according to the student's field of expertise, application of managerial skills and professional communication, analysis and evaluation of field problems, and preparation and presentation of the Field Work Practice (PKL) report.

• CPMK1 — Able to carry out briefing and work planning for Field Work Practice (PKL) according to the conditions of the partner site.
• CPMK2 — Able to carry out field observation and orientation at the PKL partner institution/company.
• CPMK3 — Able to apply technical skills in carrying out operational tasks at the PKL site.
• CPMK4 — Able to apply managerial skills and professional communication in carrying out tasks at the PKL site.
• CPMK5 — Able to comprehensively analyze and evaluate the results of PKL implementation using an agribusiness scientific approach.
• CPMK6 — Able to prepare a report and present the results of PKL systematically and professionally.