What is the Certified Agricultural Project Specialist?

The Certified Agricultural Project Specialist is a globally recognised professional certification by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI), designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in Strategy & Business Development.

How long does this certification take?

The programme is 10 Weeks and can be completed at your own pace through our self-paced online option, or alongside live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are internationally recognised and carry CPD credits, making them valuable for career advancement worldwide.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification, suitable for professionals with relevant experience or background in the field.

You can enrol by emailing info@certifications.ac, contacting us via WhatsApp at +254 722 223 084, or filling the enrolment form below.

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Executive Summary

Certified Agricultural Project Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Agricultural Project Specialist (CAPS) 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 10 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 CAPS 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 Project Specialist

Acronym

CAPS

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

Click any module to explore the detailed curriculum topics included in this certification.

Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Agricultural Project Specialist

Certified Agricultural Project Specialist: 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
Policy, institutions and the enabling environment for agriculture
Smallholder, commercial and cooperative production models
Gender, youth and social inclusion in agricultural development
The business case for productivity, quality and sustainability
Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies
Career pathways and continuing professional development
Setting professional goals and a personal development plan

Market and Value Chain Components

Market access, buyers and contract farming
Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives
Value addition and processing decisions
Weed ecology and integrated weed management
Plant nutrition, foliar feeding and micronutrients
Harvest timing, methods and quality optimisation
Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and field record-keeping
Livestock species, breeds and selection criteria
Animal nutrition, ration formulation and feeding systems
Breeding, reproduction and genetic improvement
Housing, welfare and environmental management
Herd and flock health planning and biosecurity
Common diseases, prevention and veterinary basics
Pasture, forage and rangeland management
Dairy, poultry, and small-ruminant enterprise management

Finance, Inputs and Delivery

Agricultural finance and credit for farmers
Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution
Grading, standards and food safety compliance
Agricultural finance, credit and investment appraisal
Cost of production, pricing and profitability
Agricultural value chains and market linkages
Contract farming, aggregation and out-grower schemes
Agribusiness marketing, branding and export readiness
Post-harvest handling, storage and loss reduction
Cooperatives, farmer organisations and collective bargaining
Farm records, bookkeeping and management accounting
Business planning and bankable proposal development
Water resources, catchment and on-farm water management
Irrigation systems: surface, sprinkler and drip design
Irrigation scheduling and water-use efficiency

Adoption and Sustained Change

Agri-enterprise planning and farm records
Crop planning, rotation and the cropping calendar
Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives
Livestock husbandry and productivity
Animal health, disease and biosecurity
Feed, fodder and livestock nutrition
Harvest timing, maturity and yield assessment
Agribusiness models and strategy
Farm and enterprise business planning
Enterprise budgeting and gross margins
Agricultural finance and credit
Investment appraisal and risk
Entrepreneurship and start-ups in agriculture
Record-keeping and management accounting
Bankable proposal development

Designing Around the Farmer

Agri-enterprise planning and farm records
Farm profitability, costing and gross margins
Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk
Traceability, blockchain and digital records
Emerging agri-tech and innovation adoption
Regenerative and conservation agriculture practices
Carbon, greenhouse gases and soil carbon sequestration
Biodiversity, pollinators and ecosystem services
Climate risk, forecasting and resilient practices
Water stewardship and drought management
Good Agricultural and Handling Practices along the chain
Grades, standards and export certification (GlobalG.A.P.)
Pesticide residues, MRLs and safe use
Cold chain, packaging and shelf-life management
Participatory rural appraisal and needs assessment

Baselines and Measurement

Harvest timing, maturity and yield assessment
Agri-enterprise planning and farm records
Farm profitability, costing and gross margins
Scaling and growth strategies
Agricultural value chain analysis
Market systems and price discovery
Market linkages and aggregation
Contract farming and out-grower schemes
Agro-processing and value addition
Export readiness and standards
Trade, logistics and incoterms
Demand analysis and market intelligence
Branding and product differentiation
Inclusive and fair value chains
Post-harvest handling and loss reduction

Technical Content That Holds

Soil health and fertility management
Crop nutrition and fertiliser use efficiency
Integrated pest and disease management
Insurance and price-risk management
Post-harvest loss and handling
Storage, drying and stock management
Cold chain and perishable produce logistics
Traceability, certification and export requirements
Soil chemistry, pH and cation exchange capacity
Soil biology, organic matter and the soil microbiome
Soil testing, interpretation and fertility mapping
Nutrient management planning and the 4R framework
Organic, inorganic and biological fertiliser strategies
Soil and water conservation and erosion control
Land preparation, tillage and conservation agriculture

Supply and Logistics

Logistics and distribution network design
Transport modes, planning and optimisation
Logistics performance and cost control
Demand and supply planning (S&OP)
E-procurement and procure-to-pay systems
Supply chain visibility and control towers
AI, blockchain and digital supply chains
Supply chain risk identification and mapping
Sustainable procurement principles and standards
Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics
Fair trade and responsible supply
Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning
Procurement and supply chain: scope and value
The procurement cycle and operating models
Procurement’s contribution to organisational strategy

Operations and Quality

Cost reduction and efficiency programmes
Continuous improvement of finance processes
Resource efficiency and circular practice
Preparing financial statements
Integration with quality and environment
Design review and quality
Productivity, collaboration and workflow tools
Process improvement and lean thinking
Quality management and standards
Productivity and efficiency improvement
Data quality and master data management
Outcome and process measures
Quality and delivery metrics
Delivery, quality and stakeholder plan
Quality planning and assurance

Communication and Advisory

Transaction monitoring and suspicious reporting
Regulatory reporting and audits
Advisory and needs-based selling
Control monitoring and reporting
Crisis communications
Stakeholder communications
Ethics in communications
Communications strategy and planning
Internal communications
Corporate social responsibility communications
Presentation and public speaking
Interpreting financial statements
Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP)
Integrated and sustainability reporting
Reporting quality and governance

Policy, Land and Legal

Policy, planning and objectives
Legal and other requirements
Certification and continual improvement
Contract types and risk allocation
Contract administration and variation
Contract performance and exit
Contract governance and compliance
Supplier and contract management systems
Policy administration and customer service in insurance
Vendor, venue and supplier contracting for events
The retail landscape: formats, channels and the informal market
Legal, cost and feasibility analysis
Contractor and visitor safety
Management accounts and dashboards
Budget vs actual and variance

Health and Nutrition

Cost and profitability analysis
Health records, data and confidentiality
Telehealth and digital care delivery
Public health programmes: prevention and outreach
Forecasting and planning
Healthcare quality, safety and accreditation
Health financing: budgets, insurance and out-of-pocket realities
Procurement and stock management for health commodities
Health, safety and compliance in delivery
Customer and brand health metrics
Brand health and measurement
Confidentiality and health data
Wellbeing and holistic health strategy
Forecasting and pipeline health
Decision support and insight

Stakeholders and Partners

Communicating financial results
Attachment and developmental theory
Partnership building and multi-stakeholder platforms
Relationship management and retention
Stakeholder mapping and collaboration
Managing difficult stakeholders
Stakeholder mapping in banking
Relationship management and cross-selling
Wealth, SME and corporate relationships
Stakeholder mapping and engagement
Stakeholders and users of financial information
Proposal development and donor reporting
Managing boundaries and dual relationships
Professional roles, boundaries and settings
The project environment and stakeholders

Labour and Workforce

Ethical principles and codes of practice
Workforce management and scheduling
Workforce planning and scheduling
Employee experience and engagement
Customer and employee satisfaction
Employee engagement models and drivers
The employee lifecycle and HR value chain
Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting
Communicating risk to the workforce
Workforce and shift management in retail
Digital HR and the employee experience platform
Employer branding and employee value proposition (EVP)
Employee voice, surveys and action planning
Employee and manager self-service
Workforce reporting and storytelling with data

Ethics and Responsibility

Ethical frameworks and codes of practice
Driving effective, ethical outcomes
Ethical, risk and feasibility considerations
Ethics of technology in practice
Professional ethics and responsibility (PMI)
Conflicts of interest and procurement ethics
Professional standards and ethics
Marketing and sales ethics
Brand safety and responsible marketing
Sustainability and responsible marketing
Peer support and consultation
Responsibility accounting and cost centres
Responsible and sustainable governance
Embedding responsible business
Ethics, confidentiality and professional conduct in HR

Enterprise and Innovation

Business model design and innovation
Emerging tools and innovation
Innovation and continuous delivery
Innovation and new product launch
Sustaining ethical, effective practice
Duty of care and risk management
Scaling technologies and business models
Record-keeping and data protection
Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise
Farm enterprise budgeting and gross-margin analysis
Behaviour change and adoption of innovations
Innovation and fintech collaboration
Enterprise risk management in banks
Supplier development and innovation
Innovation in service delivery

Strategy and Development

Vision, mission and strategic intent
Competitive strategy and positioning
Setting strategic priorities and choices
Aligning teams around strategy
Strategy execution and the balanced scorecard
Strategic decision-making under uncertainty
Measuring strategic progress
Turning strategy into results
Delegating for development
Digital transformation and IT strategy
Category management and strategy development
Advertising and creative development
Development banking and project finance
Message development and testing
Category management and strategy

Learning and Adoption

Demonstration, on-farm trials and technology transfer
Complaint data and learning
Change management and adoption
Cognitive load and learning science
The learning and development profession
Learning strategy and business alignment
Learning cultures and the learning organisation
Blended and hybrid learning design
Motivation and self-directed learning
Learning strategy and roadmaps
Building the learning brand
Aligning learning to performance
Leading the learning function
Training needs analysis and learning strategy
Instructional design and blended learning

Inclusion and Equity

The business case for diversity and inclusion
Inclusion and the fairness of people decisions
Team diversity and inclusion
Brand strategy, identity and equity
Legal responsibilities and professional bodies
Handling vulnerable customers
Brand equity and positioning
Financial inclusion and agency banking
Building high-performing project teams
Market analysis and environmental scanning
Competitive analysis and differentiation

Agricultural Practice

Client feedback and satisfaction
Water management and irrigation practice
Evidence-based improvement
Managing risk and difficult cases
Lessons learned and development
Psychoeducation and workshops
Working with organisations on wellbeing
Designing an intervention or programme
Professional case study and presentation
Livestock records, performance and productivity metrics
Precision agriculture principles and site-specific management
Evidence-based practice
Risk assessment and safety planning
Farm management information systems and data platforms
Digital advisory, e-extension and mobile services

Markets and Value Chains

Customer segmentation and needs analysis
Customer journey and experience design
Supply market analysis
Pay structures, benchmarking and market pricing
Buyer behaviour and the customer journey
Voice of the customer and feedback
Cost and price analysis
Strategic customer relationships
Comparable sales analysis and market evidence
How insurance works: risk pooling and the value chain
Ethics and treating customers fairly in insurance
Customer and journey analysis
De-escalation and difficult customers
Customer experience strategy
Customer journey mapping

Agricultural Finance

Impact, blended and concessional finance
Digital credit and alternative data
Total cost of ownership
Investment principles and objectives
Alternative investments
Ration formulation and least-cost feeding
The role of finance in organisations and value creation
Return on investment and impact
Budgeting and resource management
Financial, management and cost accounting distinguished
Financial statements and the accounting equation
Real options and strategic investment
Financial modelling and scenario analysis
Options appraisal and cost-benefit
Headcount budgeting and establishment control

Environment and Climate

Goal setting and contracting
The regulatory and legal environment
Sustainability strategy and materiality
Environmental governance and climate risk
Sustainability standards (GRI, ISSB)
Treatment planning and review
Sustainability and environmental duty
Environmental management systems (ISO 14001)
Environmental legal compliance
Environmental monitoring and reporting
Continuous environmental improvement
Mine water, tailings and environmental management
Sustainability and social impact in projects
Carbon markets and climate finance
Monitoring sustainability outcomes

Standards, Risk and Compliance

Safety culture and leadership
Safety communication and campaigns
Influencing and safety leadership
Managing complexity and comorbidity
Driving measurable safety improvement
Workplace and organisational contexts
Designing a safety programme or control
Risk assessment methodology and matrices
Job safety analysis (JSA) and task risk
Dynamic and site-specific risk assessment
Residual risk and ALARP
Likelihood, impact and risk rating
Risk treatment and countermeasures
Intelligence-led risk assessment
Risk registers and reporting

Communities and Capability

Capacity and resource optimisation
Capacity and performance management
Facilitation, training and public presentation skills
Corporate social responsibility and community impact
Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation
Training and capability building
Customer and community engagement
Microfinance and group lending
Training needs analysis
Belonging, culture and employee resource groups
Capacity and production planning
Change talk and readiness
Designing and facilitating groups
Leading groups and workshops
Corporate responsibility and community

Projects and Delivery

Designing the project plan and schedule
Monitoring, control and reporting
Project initiation and chartering
Integrated project planning
Project management plan development
Resource planning and levelling
Communication planning and management
Project management software and tools
Scheduling and planning tools
Project data, reporting and analytics
Automation in project delivery
Leading project teams
Goal setting and action planning
Marketing planning and budgeting
Campaign planning and execution

Data, Records and Research

Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice
Data-driven decision support and analytics
Service analytics and dashboards
Text and interaction analytics
Data privacy and consent
Data ethics and customer privacy
Data protection and customer privacy
Data, analytics and customer insight
Data analytics in audit
Evidence, judgement and scepticism
Data migration and cleansing
Measurement and analytics for media and social campaigns
Analytical techniques and bias
Data visualisation for finance
Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches

Technology in Agriculture

Digital transformation in banking
Branch-to-digital migration
Digital banking platforms and APIs
Payment technology and switches
Automation, RPA and straight-through processing
Cybersecurity and fraud technology
Technology governance and change control
The finance function and digital transformation
Process automation and workflow
Habit change and behaviour design
Digital permits and inspections
Digital, mobile and internet banking
Digital disruption and the future of banking
Automation and safety technology
Accountability and follow-through

Leadership and Management

Business continuity and crisis management
Sanctions screening and PEP management
Sales performance and pipeline management
Liquidity and funding management
Investment portfolio management
Thought leadership
Performance management systems and cycles
Theories and models of leadership and management
Vendor and faculty management
Safety management systems (ISO 45001)
Project management principles and lifecycle
Tender and bid management
Reporting to leadership
Team leadership in sales and marketing
Integrated pest management (IPM) principles and practice

Professional Leadership Practice

Key account management strategy
Renewals and churn management
Field sales and territory management
Front-office and reception management
Performance management in service
Handling escalations as a leader
Team leadership in customer service
Teller operations, cash handling and vault management
Operational efficiency and channel management
Team leadership in banking operations
Reconciliation and nostro/vostro management
Offer management, negotiation and pre-boarding
Vendor management and system governance
Performance management that changes behaviour
Safety management systems overview (ISO 45001)

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

Establish a comprehensive understanding of Certified Agricultural Project Specialist principles aligned with FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards
Apply evidence-based methods to improve crop and livestock production, agribusiness management and sustainable farming systems
Master crop and soil science, agronomy and land management and livestock, animal husbandry and veterinary fundamentals
Apply farm business management, value chains and markets and sustainable, climate-smart and regenerative agriculture in real-world settings
Lead risk management, quality and compliance relevant to your field
Design stakeholder engagement and professional communication strategies
Use data-driven decision-making and performance-measurement tools effectively
Apply internationally recognised best practice to advance your career in crop and livestock production

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CAPS 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 CAPS?

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 CAPS certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 10 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 CAPS internationally recognised?

What is the cost of the CAPS certification?

The Certified Agricultural Project Specialist is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 449 and Live Virtual at USD 649. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CAPS 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 CAPS?

The Certified Agricultural Project Specialist 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 CAPS?

The Certified Agricultural Project Specialist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CAPS 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 CAPS?

Graduates progress towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles. The CAPS 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.

Certified Agricultural Project Specialist

Certified Agricultural Project Specialist

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

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