What is the Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert?

The Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert is a globally recognised professional certification by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI), designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in Agriculture & Agribusiness.

How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 11 Weeks and can be completed self-paced or with live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications carry CPD credits and are internationally recognised.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification.

Email info@certifications.ac, WhatsApp +254 722 223 084, or fill in the enrolment form on this page.

What is included in the fee?

All study materials, study guide, examination, digital certificate and badge. Live option adds tutor sessions and priority support.

Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert (CDAT3)

Executive Summary

Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert (CDAT3) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in crop and livestock production, agribusiness management and sustainable farming systems.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CDAT3 holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification

Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert

Acronym

CDAT3

Who Should Enrol?

Agronomists and Farm Managers
Agricultural Extension and Advisory Officers
Agribusiness and Value-Chain Professionals
Cooperative and Rural Development Practitioners

Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

All study materials and study guide
Access to GLI online learning portal
Online examination and assessment
Digital certificate and digital badge
Physical certificate (shipped to you)
CPD credits for professional bodies
GLI alumni network membership
Facilitator and tutor support
Resource downloads and reference library
Automatic enrolment confirmation

Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement

Accelerate your career towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex crop and livestock production functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement crop and livestock production systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to crop and livestock production

Global Employability

Qualify for crop and livestock production roles across agribusinesses, cooperatives, NGOs, research institutions and government agencies worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Crop and Soil Science, Agronomy and Land Management

✦Livestock, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Fundamentals

✦Farm Business Management, Value Chains and Markets

✦Sustainable, Climate-Smart and Regenerative Agriculture

✦Agricultural Extension, Advisory Services and Rural Development

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

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Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert

Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert: industry context, trends and professional standards · The agricultural sector: systems, actors and global food value chains · Professional roles, ethics and standards for agricultural practitioners · Agroecological zones, farming systems and enterprise selection

2

Monitoring, evaluation and sustainability plan

Post-harvest loss and handling · Professional report writing and presentation · Peer review and expert feedback · Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives

3

Professional report writing and presentation

Professional report writing and presentation · Peer review and expert feedback · Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice · Integrated pest, disease and weed management

4

Peer review and expert feedback

Peer review and expert feedback · Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice · Agribusiness models and strategy · Regenerative and conservation agriculture practices

5

Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice

Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice · Agribusiness models and strategy · Farm and enterprise business planning · Agricultural value chains and market linkages

6

Agribusiness models and strategy

Agribusiness models and strategy · Farm and enterprise business planning · Enterprise budgeting and gross margins · Cold chain and perishable produce logistics

7

Farm and enterprise business planning

Farm and enterprise business planning · Enterprise budgeting and gross margins · Agricultural finance and credit · Animal nutrition, ration formulation and feeding systems

8

Leadership and Management

Water management and irrigation practice · Record-keeping and management accounting · Pricing and margin management · Financial management and cash flow

9

People and Capability

Bankable proposal development · Coaching for resilience and wellbeing · Advertising and creative development · Development banking and project finance

10

Strategy and Direction

Scaling and growth strategies · Business model design and innovation · Setting strategic priorities and choices · Aligning teams around strategy

11

Operations and Delivery

Harvest timing, methods and quality optimisation · Infrastructure planning for water and mechanisation · Water, irrigation and water productivity · Livestock husbandry and productivity

12

Communication and Influence

Negotiation tactics and behaviours · Negotiating with suppliers · Influencing and security awareness · Managing sensitive communications

13

Change and Innovation

Emerging agri-tech and innovation adoption · Innovation and fintech collaboration · Continuous improvement and lean banking · Foreign exchange and treasury operations

14

Data and Measurement

Data quality and governance · Marketing and sales KPIs and dashboards · Funnel, pipeline and conversion metrics · Customer and brand health metrics

15

Financial Acumen

Access to finance and de-risking · Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Agricultural finance and credit for farmers · Cost-effectiveness and value-for-money analysis

16

Risk and Governance

Grading, standards and food safety compliance · Corporate governance in banks · Enterprise risk management in banks · Credit risk measurement and mitigation

17

Stakeholders and Partners

Management accounts and dashboards · Stakeholder rights and fair treatment · Delivery, quality and stakeholder plan · Stakeholder identification and analysis

18

Digital and Technology

Appropriate and small-scale mechanisation technologies · Traceability, blockchain and digital records · Digital marketplaces and e-commerce · Budget vs actual and variance

19

Ethics and Integrity

Animal welfare and ethical production · Ethics and fair customer treatment · Professional ethics in customer service · Values-based living

20

Self-Leadership

AI and personalisation in marketing · Data-driven and personalised banking · Communicating financial results · Motivation and self-directed learning

21

People Administration

Employee relations, discipline and fair process · Contract performance management after award · Performance management in sales · Loyalty programmes and rewards

22

Customers and Markets

Marketing channels and promotion · Market access, buyers and contract farming · Residential and commercial property markets · Listing, marketing and selling property

23

Projects and Delivery

Programme governance · Attachment and developmental theory · Projects and expansion: connecting the unserved · Real estate development and project appraisal

24

Inclusion and Culture

Entrepreneurship and start-ups in agriculture · Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk · Safety culture, leadership and behaviour · Creating a coaching culture

25

Legal and Policy

Contract performance, remedies and variations · Working with law enforcement and regulators · Subcontractor and supplier management · Insurance regulation and consumer protection

26

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Global and comparative HR contexts · Global mobility and international employment · Data-driven decision-making

27

Suppliers and Partners

Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution · Procure-to-pay control and the three-way match · Public procurement integrity: collusion, rigging and conflict · Procurement fraud, collusion and bid rigging

28

Sustainability

Measurement and analytics for media and social campaigns · Mine water, tailings and environmental management · Social media management: platforms, communities and algorithms · Integrated and sustainability reporting

29

Public and Community Context

Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation · Customer and community engagement · Community and lifelong learning · Public, private and non-profit governance

30

Knowledge and Learning

Learning transfer and capability building · Incident reporting and record-keeping · Strategic learning and the adaptive organisation · Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

Monitoring, evaluation and sustainability plan — applied to your own work
Professional report writing and presentation — applied to your own work
Peer review and expert feedback — applied to your own work
Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice — applied to your own work
Agribusiness models and strategy — applied to your own work
Farm and enterprise business planning — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CDAT3 certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CDAT3?

This certification is ideal for Agronomists and Farm Managers, Agricultural Extension and Advisory Officers, Agribusiness and Value-Chain Professionals and Cooperative and Rural Development Practitioners, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in crop and livestock production, agribusiness management and sustainable farming systems with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CDAT3 certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CDAT3 internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CDAT3 certification?

The Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CDAT3 certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CDAT3?

The Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CDAT3?

The Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CDAT3 while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CDAT3?

Graduates progress towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles. The CDAT3 strengthens your expertise in crop and livestock production, agribusiness management and sustainable farming systems and positions you for advancement across agribusinesses, cooperatives, NGOs, research institutions and government agencies.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

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The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Farm Operations Director

Private Sector

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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Agribusiness Manager

NGO Sector

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I earned my CDAT3 while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Agricultural Extension Lead

Government

Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert

Certified Agricultural Data and M and E Expert

Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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