How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 12 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 Expert / Executive 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 Trade and Export Regulatory Expert in France

Executive Summary

Certified Agricultural Trade and Export Regulatory Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Agricultural Trade and Export Regulatory Expert (CTRD2) delivers a rigorous Executive-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 12 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 CTRD2 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 Trade and Export Regulatory Expert

Acronym

CTRD2

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.

1

Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Agricultural Trade and Export Regulatory Expert

Certified Agricultural Trade and Export Regulatory 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

Farm as a Business

Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Agri-enterprise planning and farm records · Agricultural finance and credit for farmers · Livestock husbandry and productivity

3

Costing and Gross Margins

Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Agri-enterprise planning and farm records · Crop planning, rotation and the cropping calendar · Seed selection, quality, treatment and certification

4

Markets, Buyers and Contracts

Market access, buyers and contract farming · Grading, standards and food safety compliance · Traceability, certification and export requirements · Grades, standards and quality

5

Aggregation and Farmer Organisation

Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives · Market access, buyers and contract farming · Storage, drying and stock management · Agricultural finance, credit and investment appraisal

6

Finance and Credit That Fits

Agricultural finance and credit for farmers · Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Agri-enterprise planning and farm records · Precision agriculture principles and site-specific management

7

Value Addition Decisions

Value addition and processing decisions · Market access, buyers and contract farming · Cold chain and perishable produce logistics · Infrastructure planning for water and mechanisation

8

Stakeholders and Partners

Building strategic relationships and coalitions · Transparency and stakeholder trust · Implementation and stakeholder plan · Stakeholder management and relationships

9

Labour and Workforce

The employee lifecycle and HR value chain · Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting · Communicating risk to the workforce · Workforce and shift management in retail

10

Ethics and Responsibility

Animal welfare standards and ethical husbandry · Animal welfare and ethical production · Legal and regulatory responsibility · Ethical decision-making under pressure

11

Trade and Export

Export readiness and standards · Global and comparative HR contexts · Global sourcing and international trade · International and cross-border tax

12

Enterprise and Innovation

Farm enterprise budgeting and gross-margin analysis · Dairy, poultry, and small-ruminant enterprise management · Innovation and fintech collaboration · Enterprise risk management in banks

13

Strategy and Development

Scaling and growth strategies · Bankable proposal development · Strategic decision-making under uncertainty · Measuring strategic progress

14

Learning and Adoption

Cognitive load and learning science · The learning and development profession · Learning strategy and business alignment · Learning cultures and the learning organisation

15

Inclusion and Equity

Diversity, inclusion and inclusive leadership · Team diversity and inclusion · Brand strategy, identity and equity · Youth and start-ups in agriculture

16

Agricultural Practice

Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution · Land preparation, tillage and conservation agriculture · Agricultural value chain analysis · Contract farming and out-grower schemes

17

Markets and Value Chains

Market linkages and aggregation · Demand analysis and market intelligence · Inclusive and fair value chains · Market systems and price discovery

18

Agricultural Finance

Equipment maintenance, safety and cost management · Ethics and professional standards in finance · The finance function and digital transformation · Cost concepts, classification and behaviour

19

Environment and Climate

The regulatory and legal environment · Responsible and sustainable governance · Sustainability strategy and materiality · Environmental governance and climate risk

20

Standards, Risk and Compliance

Interest-rate risk and gap analysis · Asset-liability committee (ALCO) governance · Derivatives and risk instruments · Regulatory liquidity ratios (LCR, NSFR)

21

Communities and Capability

Reinsurance and capacity management · Capacity planning and line balancing · Selling hospitality: corporate, group and event business · Designing and facilitating groups

22

Projects and Delivery

Health, safety and compliance in delivery · Project KPIs and performance metrics · Quality and delivery metrics · Project management maturity assessment

23

Data, Records and Research

Baseline surveys and data collection tools · Data quality, analysis and reporting · Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice · Data-driven decision support and analytics

24

Technology in Agriculture

Appropriate and small-scale mechanisation technologies · Emerging service technologies · Digital, mobile and internet banking · Digital disruption and the future of banking

25

Leadership and Management

Pasture, forage and rangeland management · Disruption management: delays, claims and recovery · Energy efficiency and demand management · Ground control and strata management

26

Supply and Logistics

Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models · Public versus private procurement

27

Operations and Quality

Quality management systems and audits · Journey and process redesign · Quality monitoring and coaching · Customer-centric operating models

28

Communication and Advisory

Professional writing: reports, proposals and briefs · Writing advisory reports that drive decisions · Reporting to boards and executives · Monitoring, control and reporting

29

Policy, Land and Legal

Accounting concepts, principles and the regulatory landscape · Legal, cost and feasibility analysis · Contractor and visitor safety · Policy, planning and objectives

30

Health and Nutrition

Managing health workers and clinical teams · Health financing: budgets, insurance and out-of-pocket realities · Customer and brand health metrics · Brand health and measurement

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

Farm as a Business — applied to your own work
Costing and Gross Margins — applied to your own work
Markets, Buyers and Contracts — applied to your own work
Aggregation and Farmer Organisation — applied to your own work
Finance and Credit That Fits — applied to your own work
Value Addition Decisions — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CTRD2 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 CTRD2?

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 CTRD2 certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 12 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 CTRD2 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 CTRD2 certification?

The Certified Agricultural Trade and Export Regulatory 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 CTRD2 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 CTRD2?

The Certified Agricultural Trade and Export Regulatory 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 CTRD2?

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

Can I study the CTRD2 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 CTRD2?

Graduates progress towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles. The CTRD2 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 CTRD2 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 Trade and Export Regulatory Expert

Certified Agricultural Trade and Export Regulatory 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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