Seed Science and Technology – Graduate Certificate

Seed Science and Technology
If you have a business background and want to understand the technical side of your industry in more depth so you can better apply your knowledge, this seed science and technology graduate certificate is for you.
Summary
Expand your skills in the science and technology used in the seed industry.
The objective of this Seed Science and Technology Graduate Certificate is to provide a graduate-level study in the science and technology used in the seed industry. This certificate is oriented toward individuals with a business background who want to understand the technical side of their industry in more depth so they can better apply their knowledge, skills, and experience. Seed science, in this case, includes not only the science associated with seed production and use; but also plant breeding and plant biotechnology. The course in Quality, Production and Research Management will address special aspects of operational management of the technical side of the business.
The Seed Science and Technology Certificate content represents approximately half of the content of the Master of Science Seed Technology and Business program or 19 credits. The certificate may be either the final objective or an intermediate stop on his/her way to a master’s degree.
Admission Requirements
Graduate College
- Academic Records
- GPA
- Statement of Purpose
- Letters of Recommendation
For specific program admission requirements, visit the Graduate College website.
Credits
Credits: 19
Contact Information
Lori Youngberg
515-294-9137
lyoung@iastate.edu
Iowa State Online
515-294-3916
iowastateonline@iastate.edu