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Certified Agri-Procurement and Food Supply Chain Expert

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CAGC)

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Executive Summary

Certified Agri-Procurement and Food Supply Chain Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Agri-Procurement and Food Supply Chain Expert (CAGC) 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 CAGC 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 Agri-Procurement and Food Supply Chain Expert
Acronym
CAGC
Category
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
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 Agri-Procurement and Food Supply Chain Expert
Certified Agri-Procurement and Food Supply Chain 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
Enterprise budgeting and gross margins
Cold chain and perishable produce logistics · Agricultural finance and credit · Investment appraisal and risk · Traceability, certification and export requirements
3
Agricultural finance and credit
Agricultural finance and credit · Investment appraisal and risk · Entrepreneurship and start-ups in agriculture · Inclusive and fair value chains
4
Investment appraisal and risk
Investment appraisal and risk · Entrepreneurship and start-ups in agriculture · Record-keeping and management accounting · Branding and product differentiation
5
Entrepreneurship and start-ups in agriculture
Entrepreneurship and start-ups in agriculture · Record-keeping and management accounting · Bankable proposal development · Crop planning, rotation and the cropping calendar
6
Record-keeping and management accounting
Record-keeping and management accounting · Bankable proposal development · Cooperatives and collective enterprise · Participatory rural appraisal and needs assessment
7
Bankable proposal development
Bankable proposal development · Cooperatives and collective enterprise · Scaling and growth strategies · Variable-rate application and yield mapping
8
Data and Measurement
Livestock records, performance and productivity metrics · Farm management information systems and data platforms · Analytics translation: from data to decision · Metrics design and the gaming problem
9
Financial Acumen
Farm enterprise budgeting and gross-margin analysis · Agricultural finance, credit and investment appraisal · Cost of production, pricing and profitability · Equipment maintenance, safety and cost management
10
Risk and Governance
Data quality and governance · Governance of campaigns and spend · Regulatory compliance and biosafety · Governance of the CX programme
11
Stakeholders and Partners
Market entry modes and partner selection · Stakeholder mapping and influencing · Employment relationship and the psychological contract · Management and board reporting
12
Digital and Technology
Appropriate and small-scale mechanisation technologies · Self-service and digital support · CRM systems and customer data · Customer service technology stack
13
Ethics and Integrity
Animal welfare and ethical production · Animal welfare standards and ethical husbandry · Professional standards and ethics · Marketing and sales ethics
14
Self-Leadership
Communication and interpersonal skills · Data-driven and personalised banking · Motivation and self-directed learning · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy
15
People Administration
Linking performance to reward and consequence · Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · Capacity and performance management · Loyalty programmes and rewards
16
Customers and Markets
Marketing and sales KPIs and dashboards · Customer and brand health metrics · Market and customer analysis · Designing a marketing or sales strategy
17
Projects and Delivery
Agile delivery and iterative development · Programme cycle management in NGOs · Telehealth and digital care delivery · Integrated and sustainability reporting
18
Inclusion and Culture
Land preparation, tillage and conservation agriculture · Precision agriculture principles and site-specific management · The business case for diversity and inclusion · Belonging, culture and employee resource groups
19
Legal and Policy
Environmental legal compliance · Contractor and visitor safety · Contractor safety and shared workplaces · HSE legal duties and enforcement
20
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Global and comparative HR contexts · Cross-cultural communication · Expanding into regional and export markets · Nutrient management planning and the 4R framework
21
Suppliers and Partners
Sustainable procurement principles and standards · Vendor selection and managing technology suppliers · Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Budget vs actual and variance
22
Sustainability
Housing, welfare and environmental management · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Environmental compliance and impact assessment · Cost and profitability analysis
23
Public and Community Context
Customer and community engagement · Presentation and public speaking · Community and lifelong learning · Public, private and non-profit governance
24
Knowledge and Learning
Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection · Monitoring, evaluation and learning for accountability · Professional documentation and presentation · Data visualisation for finance
25
Leadership and Management
Pasture, forage and rangeland management · Dairy, poultry, and small-ruminant enterprise management · Integrated pest management (IPM) principles and practice · Weed ecology and integrated weed management
26
People and Capability
Feedback and developmental conversations · Measuring coaching and mentoring impact · Technical and compliance training · Language and communication training
27
Strategy and Direction
Business model design and innovation · Setting strategic priorities and choices · Aligning teams around strategy · Measuring strategic progress
28
Operations and Delivery
Seed selection, quality, treatment and certification · Harvest timing, methods and quality optimisation · Key account management and account planning · What service quality actually means to a customer
29
Communication and Influence
Peer review and expert feedback · Safety communication and campaigns · Influencing and safety leadership · Communicating risk to the workforce
30
Change and Innovation
Continuous improvement and lean banking · Foreign exchange and treasury operations · Foreign exchange and hedging · Continuous safety improvement

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

  • Enterprise budgeting and gross margins — applied to your own work
  • Agricultural finance and credit — applied to your own work
  • Investment appraisal and risk — applied to your own work
  • Entrepreneurship and start-ups in agriculture — applied to your own work
  • Record-keeping and management accounting — applied to your own work
  • Bankable proposal development — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CAGC 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 CAGC?

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 CAGC 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 CAGC 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 CAGC certification?

The Certified Agri-Procurement and Food Supply Chain 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 CAGC 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 CAGC?

The Certified Agri-Procurement and Food Supply Chain 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 CAGC?

The Certified Agri-Procurement and Food Supply Chain Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CAGC 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 CAGC?

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