The Waurn Ponds Campus of Marcus Oldham College serves as Australia's premier independent higher education institution dedicated exclusively to agribusiness, agriculture, and equine management. Situated on a expansive 200-hectare farm property adjacent to Deakin University in Geelong, Victoria, the campus offers an immersive, hands-on learning environment that combines practical farm operations with business acumen. This unique setting allows students to engage directly with real-world agricultural practices while developing managerial skills essential for leadership in the rural sector.
- Agriculture Program: Focused on farm management careers, this program equips students with skills to oversee farming operations from a business perspective, including production planning, financial management, and sustainable practices specific to Australian agriculture.
- Agribusiness: Tailored for the global food and fibre supply chain, courses cover international markets, supply chain logistics, risk management, and innovation in agribusiness enterprises.
- Equine Management: Specialized training in horse breeding, training, business operations, and welfare, leveraging the campus's equestrian facilities for practical experience.
- Postgraduate Studies: Advanced programs in agribusiness leadership, emphasizing critical thinking, strategic analysis, and professional development for senior roles in agriculture-related industries.
- Rural Leadership Program: One of Australia's longest-running initiatives, fostering leadership skills through workshops, industry placements, and networking for navigating change in rural communities.
- Short Courses: Flexible professional development in targeted areas like farm finance, animal health, and agtech, designed for industry upskilling.
With no traditional faculties but specialized schools in agriculture and equine studies, the campus ensures all programs integrate residential living, industry partnerships, and experiential learning to produce graduates ready for immediate impact in agribusiness.
