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Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst

Online Certification  ·  10 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CASCA)

✅ 2026 Edition 🎓 CPD Accredited 🌍 100+ Countries 📜 Digital + Physical Certificate 100% Online
Executive Summary

Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst (CASCA) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-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 CASCA 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 Supply Chain Analyst
Acronym
CASCA
Category
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Level
Intermediate
Duration
10 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 349
Live Virtual
USD 549
Target Audience

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
Operational Excellence
Drive cost savings, supplier quality and supply chain resilience
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to crop and livestock production
Business Performance
Deliver measurable value through strategic sourcing and contract management
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 Supply Chain Analyst
Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst: 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
Livestock in the System
Cold chain and perishable produce logistics · Feed, fodder and livestock nutrition · Animal health, disease and biosecurity · Water resources, catchment and on-farm water management
3
Harvest and Post-Harvest
Harvest timing, maturity and yield assessment · Post-harvest loss and handling · Storage, drying and stock management · Dairy, poultry, and small-ruminant enterprise management
4
Markets, Margins and Records
Market access, buyers and contract farming · Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Agri-enterprise planning and farm records · Integrated pest and disease management
5
Finance, Inputs and Organisation
Agricultural finance and credit for farmers · Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution · Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives · Climate risk, forecasting and resilient practices
6
Soil, Nutrition and Establishment
Soil health and fertility management · Crop nutrition and fertiliser use efficiency · Seed selection, varieties and seed systems · Seed selection, quality, treatment and certification
7
Protecting and Watering the Crop
Integrated pest and disease management · Water management and irrigation practice · Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk · Land-use planning, capability and degradation management
8
Leadership and Management
Nutrient management planning and the 4R framework · Pricing and margin management · Financial management and cash flow · Insurance and price-risk management
9
Supply and Logistics
Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution · Construction contracts and procurement: from tender to FIDIC · The medical supply chain: from manufacturer to patient · Procurement and stock management for health commodities
10
Operations and Quality
Agro-processing and value addition · Grades, standards and quality · Integration with quality and environment · Design review and quality
11
Communication and Advisory
Crisis communications · Stakeholder communications · Ethics in communications · Communications strategy and planning
12
Policy, Land and Legal
Contract farming and out-grower schemes · Traceability, certification and export requirements · Land preparation, tillage and conservation agriculture · Contractor and visitor safety
13
Health and Nutrition
Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Managing health workers and clinical teams · Healthcare quality, safety and accreditation · Health financing: budgets, insurance and out-of-pocket realities
14
Stakeholders and Partners
Employment relationship and the psychological contract · Categories of spend and stakeholders · Strategic customer relationships · Proposal development and donor reporting
15
Labour and Workforce
Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting · Communicating risk to the workforce · Workforce and shift management in retail · Hospitality cost control: food, beverage and labour
16
Ethics and Responsibility
Ethics and duty of care · Professional ethics and duty of care · Legal and regulatory responsibility · Ethical decision-making under pressure
17
Enterprise and Innovation
Emerging agri-tech and innovation adoption · Emerging tools and innovation · Innovation and continuous delivery · Innovation and new product launch
18
Strategy and Development
Scaling and growth strategies · Organic, inorganic and biological fertiliser strategies · Business planning and bankable proposal development · Measuring strategic progress
19
Learning and Adoption
Training needs analysis and learning strategy · Instructional design and blended learning · Knowledge management and capability building · Benchmarking and best-practice adoption
20
Inclusion and Equity
Brand strategy, identity and equity · Youth and start-ups in agriculture · Handling vulnerable customers · Brand equity and positioning
21
Agricultural Practice
Regenerative and conservation agriculture practices · Grading, standards and food safety compliance · Soil chemistry, pH and cation exchange capacity · Designing an evidence-based intervention or farm plan
22
Markets and Value Chains
Inclusive and fair value chains · Market systems and price discovery · Market linkages and aggregation · Designing voice-of-customer programmes
23
Agricultural Finance
Access to finance and de-risking · Cost estimation and budgeting · Time and cost control · Managing schedule and budget performance
24
Environment and Climate
Sustainability and responsible marketing · Monitoring sustainability outcomes · Monitoring, evaluation and sustainability plan · Responsible and sustainable banking
25
Standards, Risk and Compliance
Governance of service standards · Governance of the CX programme · Regulatory and fair-treatment obligations · Corporate governance in banks
26
Communities and Capability
Microfinance and group lending · Training needs analysis · Capacity planning and line balancing · Selling hospitality: corporate, group and event business
27
Projects and Delivery
Monitoring profitability and performance · Designing an intervention or programme · Risk assessment and safety planning · Treatment planning and review
28
Data, Records and Research
Traceability, blockchain and digital records · Web, campaign and funnel analytics · Sales analytics and forecasting tools · Market research design and methods
29
Technology in Agriculture
Digital marketplaces and e-commerce · Technology governance and change control · Digital credit and alternative data · Process improvement and automation
30
Professional Leadership Practice
Negotiation and conflict management · Team leadership and motivation · Portfolio and resource management systems · Document and configuration management

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

  • Livestock in the System — applied to your own work
  • Harvest and Post-Harvest — applied to your own work
  • Markets, Margins and Records — applied to your own work
  • Finance, Inputs and Organisation — applied to your own work
  • Soil, Nutrition and Establishment — applied to your own work
  • Protecting and Watering the Crop — applied to your own work
Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CASCA 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 CASCA?

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 CASCA 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 CASCA 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 CASCA certification?

The Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 349 and Live Virtual at USD 549. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CASCA 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 CASCA?

The Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst 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 CASCA?

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

Can I study the CASCA 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 CASCA?

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

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

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

I earned my CASCA 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
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