What is the Certified Climate-Smart Agriculture Expert?

The Certified Climate-Smart Agriculture 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.

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Executive Summary

Certified Climate-Smart Agriculture Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Climate-Smart Agriculture Expert (CCLI) 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 CCLI 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 Climate-Smart Agriculture Expert

Acronym

CCLI

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 Climate-Smart Agriculture Expert

Certified Climate-Smart Agriculture 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

Climate, Carbon and Energy

Environmental management systems (ISO 14001) · Aspects, impacts and controls · ESG principles and frameworks · Chemical and biological hazards

3

Resource efficiency and circularity

Resource efficiency and circularity · Climate and sustainability responsibility · Environmental monitoring · Absence and health management

4

Environmental monitoring

Environmental monitoring · Records management and retention · Data privacy compliance in practice · Contract, grant and third-party compliance

5

Data privacy compliance in practice

Data privacy compliance in practice · Business continuity and operational resilience · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · IT governance and technology control frameworks

6

ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility

ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · IT governance and technology control frameworks · Employment and workplace compliance

7

Employment and workplace compliance

Employment and workplace compliance · Environmental compliance and impact assessment · Contract, grant and third-party compliance

8

Ethics and Integrity

Ethics and responsible leadership · Professional standards and ethics (CIPS) · Sustainability and responsible sourcing · Transparency, fairness and value for money

9

Self-Leadership

Wellbeing, fatigue and psychosocial risk · Organisational resilience and adaptive strategy · Reputation and personal brand · Time management and personal productivity

10

People Administration

The customer experience (CX) discipline · Loyalty programmes and rewards · Performance management in service · Performance management systems and cycles

11

Customers and Markets

Carbon markets and climate finance · Digital and market transformation · Digital advisory, e-extension and mobile services · Regulatory compliance and market requirements

12

Projects and Delivery

Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · The vehicle sales process from enquiry to delivery · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Designing an intervention or programme

13

Inclusion and Culture

Brand strategy, identity and equity · Access to finance, grants and investment · Interpreting financial statements · Reporting quality and governance

14

Legal and Policy

The regulatory and legal environment · Regulatory and digital transformation · Regulatory and legal duty · Professional standards and self-regulation

15

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Expanding into regional and export markets · Transfer pricing and international tax · Global and comparative HR contexts

16

Suppliers and Partners

Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Cost and profitability analysis · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution · Forecasting and planning

17

Sustainability

Integrated and sustainability reporting · Sustainability and social impact in projects · Market analysis and environmental scanning · Sustainability and responsible marketing

18

Public and Community Context

Community and lifelong learning · Public, private and non-profit governance · Public procurement frameworks and principles · Contract oversight in the public sector

19

Knowledge and Learning

Learning transfer and capability building · Incident reporting and record-keeping · Growth mindset and continuous learning · Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection

20

Leadership and Management

Tender and bid management · Reporting to leadership · Team leadership in sales and marketing · Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches

21

People and Capability

Competency framework development · Succession planning and talent pipelines · Talent sourcing channels and pipelines · Facilitation, coaching and mentoring

22

Strategy and Direction

Competitive and market intelligence · Translating insight into strategy · Scaling technologies and business models · Ethical principles and codes of practice

23

Operations and Delivery

Investigation principles and process · Emergency preparedness and planning · Territory and quota planning · Scenario planning under deep uncertainty

24

Communication and Influence

Voice of the customer: from listening to change · Voice, communication and delivery · Feedback and developmental conversations · Language and communication training

25

Change and Innovation

Foreign exchange and treasury operations · Technology governance and change control · Foreign exchange and hedging · Supplier development and innovation

26

Data and Measurement

Data protection and customer privacy · Data, analytics and customer insight · Data and information requirements · Data analytics in audit

27

Financial Acumen

HR's role in culture, values and employer brand · Cost of workforce and ROI of HR interventions · Cost of accidents and prevention value · Long-term value creation

28

Risk and Governance

Building trust through data governance · Governance frameworks and codes · Compliance frameworks and programmes · Compliance monitoring and testing

29

Stakeholders and Partners

Stakeholder mapping in banking · Relationship management and cross-selling · Wealth, SME and corporate relationships · Stakeholder and gap analysis

30

Digital and Technology

Branch-to-digital migration · Digital banking platforms and APIs · Payment technology and switches · Automation, RPA and straight-through processing

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

Climate, Carbon and Energy — applied to your own work
Resource efficiency and circularity — applied to your own work
Environmental monitoring — applied to your own work
Data privacy compliance in practice — applied to your own work
ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility — applied to your own work
Employment and workplace compliance — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CCLI 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 CCLI?

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 CCLI 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 CCLI 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 CCLI certification?

The Certified Climate-Smart Agriculture 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 CCLI 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 CCLI?

The Certified Climate-Smart Agriculture 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 CCLI?

The Certified Climate-Smart Agriculture Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CCLI 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 CCLI?

Graduates progress towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles. The CCLI 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 CCLI 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 Climate-Smart Agriculture Expert

Certified Climate-Smart Agriculture 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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