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 Livestock and Veterinary Management Expert in Sri Lanka

Executive Summary

Certified Livestock and Veterinary Management Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Livestock and Veterinary Management Expert (CLIV) 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 CLIV 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 Livestock and Veterinary Management Expert

Acronym

CLIV

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 Livestock and Veterinary Management Expert

Certified Livestock and Veterinary Management 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

Fodder, Water and the Dry Season

Cold chain and perishable produce logistics · Water management and irrigation practice · Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk · Disease identification, epidemiology and control

3

Livestock Enterprise Economics

Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Market access, buyers and contract farming · Agri-enterprise planning and farm records · Trade, logistics and incoterms

4

Productivity Before Herd Size

Livestock husbandry and productivity · Feed, fodder and livestock nutrition · Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Scaling and growth strategies

5

Feed as the Binding Constraint

Feed, fodder and livestock nutrition · Livestock husbandry and productivity · Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk · Agribusiness models and strategy

6

Health, Disease and Biosecurity

Animal health, disease and biosecurity · Livestock husbandry and productivity · Feed, fodder and livestock nutrition · Grades, standards and export certification (GlobalG.A.P.)

7

Breeding and Selection Decisions

Livestock husbandry and productivity · Animal health, disease and biosecurity · Agri-enterprise planning and farm records · Integrated pest management (IPM) principles and practice

8

Leadership and Management

Water stewardship and drought management · Nutrient management planning and the 4R framework · Land-use planning, capability and degradation management · Farm records, bookkeeping and management accounting

9

Supply and Logistics

Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution · The procurement cycle and operating models · Procurement’s contribution to organisational strategy · Public versus private procurement

10

Operations and Quality

Seed selection, quality, treatment and certification · Designing a banking solution or process · Principles of credit and the lending process · Automation, RPA and straight-through processing

11

Communication and Advisory

Professional writing: reports, proposals and briefs · Control monitoring and reporting · Crisis communications · Stakeholder communications

12

Policy, Land and Legal

Land preparation, tillage and conservation agriculture · Traceability, certification and export requirements · Contract law and formation · Contract exit and renewal

13

Health and Nutrition

Telehealth and digital care delivery · Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Managing health workers and clinical teams · Healthcare quality, safety and accreditation

14

Stakeholders and Partners

Stakeholder engagement strategy · Building project relationships · Building strategic customer relationships · Partnering and co-creation with customers

15

Labour and Workforce

Workforce planning and scheduling · Employee experience and engagement · Customer and employee satisfaction · Employee engagement models and drivers

16

Ethics and Responsibility

Animal welfare and ethical production · Marketing and sales ethics · Brand safety and responsible marketing · Sustainability and responsible marketing

17

Enterprise and Innovation

Emerging agri-tech and innovation adoption · Innovation and continuous delivery · Innovation and new product launch · Leading agricultural teams, projects and enterprises

18

Strategy and Development

Business planning and bankable proposal development · Organic, inorganic and biological fertiliser strategies · Development banking and project finance · Message development and testing

19

Learning and Adoption

Blended and hybrid learning design · Motivation and self-directed learning · Learning strategy and roadmaps · Building the learning brand

20

Inclusion and Equity

Team diversity and inclusion · Brand strategy, identity and equity · Youth and start-ups in agriculture · Handling vulnerable customers

21

Agricultural Practice

Regenerative and conservation agriculture practices · Irrigation systems: surface, sprinkler and drip design · Agricultural and sector-specific finance · Change management in farming systems

22

Markets and Value Chains

Voice of the customer to the business · Team leadership in customer service · Customer onboarding and lifecycle · Customer and community engagement

23

Agricultural Finance

Microfinance and group lending · Impact, blended and concessional finance · Digital credit and alternative data · Total cost of ownership

24

Environment and Climate

Climate risk, forecasting and resilient practices · Sustainability certification and standards · Responsible and sustainable banking · Sustainable and green banking

25

Standards, Risk and Compliance

Roles, standards and professional conduct · Governance of service standards · Governance of the CX programme · Regulatory and fair-treatment obligations

26

Communities and Capability

Training needs analysis · Corporate responsibility and community · Reinsurance and capacity management · Capacity planning and line balancing

27

Projects and Delivery

Leading project governance · Agile and digital transformation projects · Scaling delivery capability · Building project management maturity

28

Data, Records and Research

Traceability, blockchain and digital records · Predictive safety analytics · Data quality and master data management · Sales analytics and metrics

29

Technology in Agriculture

Appropriate and small-scale mechanisation technologies · Cybersecurity and fraud technology · Technology governance and change control · The finance function and digital transformation

30

Professional Leadership Practice

Pharmaceutical storage, cold chain and expiry management · Management accounts and dashboards · Duty of care and risk management · Practice management systems

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

Fodder, Water and the Dry Season — applied to your own work
Livestock Enterprise Economics — applied to your own work
Productivity Before Herd Size — applied to your own work
Feed as the Binding Constraint — applied to your own work
Health, Disease and Biosecurity — applied to your own work
Breeding and Selection Decisions — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CLIV 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 CLIV?

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 CLIV 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 CLIV 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 CLIV certification?

The Certified Livestock and Veterinary Management 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 CLIV 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 CLIV?

The Certified Livestock and Veterinary Management 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 CLIV?

The Certified Livestock and Veterinary Management Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CLIV 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 CLIV?

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

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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 CLIV 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 Livestock and Veterinary Management Expert

Certified Livestock and Veterinary Management 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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