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Abstract
Though undergraduate enrollment within the United States continues to increase, the gap between professional opportunities available within the agricultural industry and experienced graduates widens. Through the assessment of the Theory of Planned Behavior and Self- Determination Theory, this study sought to explore the relationships existing between self-determined motivation to be a leader and intent to be a leader in a career in agriculture. This study indicated a significant relationship exists between internal motivation and intent to be a leader in a career in agriculture. This study further examined the incorporation of the Theory of Planned Behavior and Self-Determination Theory in accordance with prior research.