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CRICOS - 00306D Marcus Oldham College is Australia’s leading independent agricultural and agribusiness management college, located in Geelong, Victoria.

Marcus Oldham College is Australia’s leading independent college for agriculture and agribusiness management, delivering practical, industry-driven education that develops skilled, confident leaders for the future of agriculture. With a strong focus on practical, industry-relevant education, Marcus offers a unique learning experience that combines academic excellence with real-world skills. Our nationally accredited courses include the Bachelor of Business (Agriculture) and Bachelor of Business (Agribusiness). Students benefit from small class sizes, strong industry connections, and a supportive community that fosters leadership, innovation, and career success. Whether you’re passionate about managing farms, agribusiness enterprises, or shaping the future of the agricultural industry, a Marcus Oldham qualification will equip you with the knowledge, networks, and confidence to thrive. Graduates are highly sought after and known for their professionalism, initiative, and strong work ethic. Discover a future in agriculture and agribusiness that’s as ambitious as you are.

15/10/2026

Earlier this month, our final year Agribusiness students visited NAB’s Melbourne headquarters to explore the connections between agriculture, banking and financial markets.

The day included a tour of the markets floor with Dan Norman, an agricultural economic update, a session with GoFARM Chief Operating Officer Matt Adams on agricultural investment, and a discussion on green finance with James Bentley, Director of Sustainable Lending at NAB.

Thank you to Dan and everyone involved at NAB, along with the guest presenters, for sharing their time and expertise with our students.

12/10/2026

Thank you to Raymond du Plessis, Senior Poultry Nutritionist at Ridley Corporation, for spending a day with our final year Agriculture and first year Agribusiness students exploring monogastric nutrition last week.

It was a fascinating session and a valuable opportunity for students to learn from Raymond’s industry experience and expertise.

We appreciate Raymond taking the time to visit Marcus Oldham and share his knowledge with our students.

11/10/2026

Artificial Intelligence is already changing the way agricultural businesses operate, but where are the practical opportunities for producers and agribusinesses today?

Join us on 23 October at the RACV City Club in Melbourne for our AI in Australian Agriculture Business Luncheon with Julian Moore.

Through live demonstrations, Julian will explore how AI is being applied across production, finance, automation, supply chains, biosecurity, genetics and decision making, with a focus on what can be put to use now.

Fewer than 40 tickets remain. Tickets are $120 per person, including a two course lunch and beverages.

Learn more and purchase tickets: https://marcusoldham.vic.edu.au/cpd-business-luncheon-with-julian-moore-ai-and-australian-agriculture

09/10/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome Lieutenant General Simon Stuart AO DSC (Retd) to the College yesterday to speak with our final year Agriculture and Agribusiness students.

As our students near graduation, General Stuart shared his personal journey from enlisting as a soldier in 1987 to becoming Chief of Army and his recent retirement from active duty.

The session explored the balance between resilience and efficiency, and how to transform an organisation while preserving its culture and purpose. These themes gave students plenty to consider as they prepare for their own careers in agriculture and agribusiness.

Thank you to General Stuart for taking the time to visit Marcus Oldham and share his experience and insights with our students.

07/10/2026

Thank you to Brendon Smart for spending the day with our final year Agriculture students on Monday as part of their Farm Business Strategy studies.

Brendon and his wife Robyn founded the Smart Group, a family farming operation run along corporate lines. Its board includes five external directors, including the chairman, alongside family representation.

Based at Akeringa, south of Keith, with a satellite operation in the Barossa Valley, the Smart family oversees 6,500 hectares supporting wool, lamb, cattle, cropping, export fodder and irrigation enterprises.

Brendon’s visit gave students valuable insights into the strategy and governance behind a diverse family farming business. We greatly appreciate his time and willingness to share his knowledge and experience.

05/10/2026

Artificial Intelligence is already changing the way agricultural businesses operate, but where are the practical opportunities for producers and agribusinesses today?

Marcus Oldham College Council member and Chair of the Centre for Professional Development Committee, Peter O'Loughlin, shares why this is an important conversation for Australian agriculture.

Join us on 23 October at the RACV City Club in Melbourne for AI in Australian Agriculture with Julian Moore.

Through live demonstrations, Julian will explore how AI is being applied across production, finance, automation, supply chains, biosecurity, genetics and decision making, with a focus on what can be put to use now.

Fewer than 60 tickets remain. Tickets are $120 per person, including a two course lunch and beverages.

Learn more and purchase tickets: https://marcusoldham.vic.edu.au/cpd-business-luncheon-with-julian-moore-ai-and-australian-agriculture

02/10/2026

It was great to welcome Marcus Oldham graduate Simone Dax (AG07), Senior Commodity Trader, Pulses at Louis Dreyfus Company, back to the College earlier this week to speak with our final year students.

Simone shared insights into her career journey, from starting out as a coordinator in Leeton, NSW, after graduating from Marcus Oldham to her current role as a Senior Commodity Trader. She also provided a fascinating look at the global pulses market and the opportunities and challenges involved in international commodity trading.

Thank you to Simone for taking the time to return to Marcus and share her knowledge and industry experience with our students.

28/09/2026

Our first year Agriculture students were fortunate to welcome Associate Professor Richard Fry, Co founder and Director of Speedbreed, to Marcus Oldham last week for two sessions exploring reproductive technologies in livestock production systems.

Across the sessions, Richard took students through artificial insemination (AI), multiple ovulation and embryo transfer (MOET), and in vitro fertilisation (IVF), and their application within modern livestock production.

Thank you to Richard for taking the time to visit Marcus and share his knowledge and experience with our students.

23/09/2026

What does AI actually mean for Australian agriculture?

Join us in Melbourne on 23 October for our next CPD Business Luncheon, where Julian Moore will explore how AI is already being used across agriculture and where the opportunities are emerging.

Through live demonstrations, Julian will show practical applications across production, finance, automation, supply chains, biosecurity, genetics and decision making, while looking at what is working now and what we can expect to see over the next six months.

To learn more and purchase tickets, visit: https://marcusoldham.vic.edu.au/cpd-business-luncheon-with-julian-moore-ai-and-australian-agriculture

22/09/2026

Our final year Agriculture students welcomed John Francis from .au to Marcus Oldham today for a session exploring profitability drivers and machinery decisions within farming systems.

Thank you to John for taking the time to work with our students and share his knowledge and industry experience. We’re also glad to hear the Marcus gardens continued to received the tick of approval!

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145 Pigdons Road
Geelong, VIC
3216

Telephone

+61352433533

Website

https://www.marcusoldham.vic.edu.au/

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