How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 12 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 Expert / Executive Level certification.

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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 Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming Expert in Mali

Executive Summary

Certified Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming Expert (CDIGA) delivers a rigorous Executive-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 12 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 CDIGA 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 Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming Expert

Acronym

CDIGA

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 Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming Expert

Certified Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming 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
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

Livestock in the System

Livestock husbandry and productivity
Feed, fodder and livestock nutrition
Animal health, disease and biosecurity
Animal welfare and ethical production
Cost-effectiveness and value-for-money analysis
Peer review and expert feedback
Crop physiology, growth stages and yield determinants
Cropping systems, rotations and intercropping
Seed selection, quality, treatment and certification
Planting, spacing, and crop establishment techniques
Integrated pest management (IPM) principles and practice
Disease identification, epidemiology and control
Weed ecology and integrated weed management
Plant nutrition, foliar feeding and micronutrients
Harvest timing, methods and quality optimisation

Harvest and Post-Harvest

Harvest timing, maturity and yield assessment
Post-harvest loss and handling
Storage, drying and stock management
Traceability, certification and export requirements
Agri-enterprise planning and farm records
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
Land-use planning, capability and degradation management
Liming, amendments and rehabilitation of degraded soils
Professional writing: reports, proposals and briefs

Markets, Margins and Records

Market access, buyers and contract farming
Farm profitability, costing and gross margins
Agri-enterprise planning and farm records
Value addition and processing decisions
Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives
Agricultural finance and credit for farmers
Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution
Cold chain and perishable produce logistics
Responsible use of agrochemicals and inputs
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

Finance, Inputs and Organisation

Agricultural finance and credit for farmers
Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution
Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives
Seed selection, varieties and seed systems
Integrated pest and disease management
Water management and irrigation practice
Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk
Crop planning, rotation and the cropping calendar
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

Soil, Nutrition and Establishment

Soil health and fertility management
Crop nutrition and fertiliser use efficiency
Seed selection, varieties and seed systems
Branding and product differentiation
Inclusive and fair value chains
Post-harvest handling and loss reduction
Storage, packaging and cold chain
Grades, standards and quality
Pricing and margin management
Marketing channels and promotion
Financial management and cash flow
Access to finance and de-risking
Digital marketplaces and e-commerce
Monitoring profitability and performance
Insurance and price-risk management

Protecting and Watering the Crop

Integrated pest and disease management
Water management and irrigation practice
Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk
Cooperatives and collective enterprise
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
Grading, standards and food safety compliance
Common diseases, prevention and veterinary basics

Health and Nutrition

Telehealth and digital care delivery
Public health programmes: prevention and outreach
Preparing financial statements
Healthcare quality, safety and accreditation
Health financing: budgets, insurance and out-of-pocket realities
Procurement and stock management for health commodities
Interpreting financial statements
Health, safety and compliance in delivery
Customer and brand health metrics
Brand health and measurement
Measuring brand health
Forecasting and pipeline health
Integrated and sustainability reporting
Reporting quality and governance
Healthy work design

Stakeholders and Partners

Stakeholder engagement strategy
Building project relationships
Building strategic customer relationships
Partnering and co-creation with customers
Negotiation with clients and partners
Management accounts and dashboards
Budget vs actual and variance
Partnership building and multi-stakeholder platforms
Relationship management and retention
Stakeholder mapping and collaboration
Managing difficult stakeholders
Relationship management and cross-selling
Wealth, SME and corporate relationships
Stakeholder communications
Stakeholder mapping and engagement

Labour and Workforce

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
Cost and profitability analysis
Workforce management and scheduling
Workforce planning and scheduling
Employee experience and engagement
Digital HR and the employee experience platform
Data protection and employee privacy
Belonging, culture and employee resource groups
Future of work and workforce transformation
Customer (employee/manager) satisfaction

Ethics and Responsibility

Anti-corruption and financial-crime ethics
Responsible and sustainable banking
Data ethics and customer privacy
Ethics and independence
Ethics in communications
Corporate social responsibility communications
Ethics and professional standards in finance
Responsibility accounting and cost centres
Responsible and sustainable governance
Embedding responsible business
Ethics, confidentiality and professional conduct in HR
Forecasting and planning
Decision support and insight
Corporate social responsibility and community impact
Animal welfare standards and ethical husbandry

Trade and Export

Cross-cultural and global inclusion
Agribusiness marketing, branding and export readiness
Grades, standards and export certification (GlobalG.A.P.)
Global sourcing and trade
Expanding into regional and export markets
Habit change and behaviour design
Emerging tools and innovation
Working with referrers and multidisciplinary teams
Communicating with families and carers
Psychoeducation and public communication
Collaboration and teamwork

Enterprise and Innovation

Dairy, poultry, and small-ruminant enterprise management
Farm enterprise budgeting and gross-margin analysis
Emerging agri-tech and innovation adoption
Behaviour change and adoption of innovations
Innovation in service delivery
Innovation and fintech collaboration
Enterprise risk management in banks
Supplier development and innovation
Business model design and innovation
Innovation and continuous delivery
Innovation and new product launch
Communicating financial results
Attachment and developmental theory
Professional roles, boundaries and settings
Ethical principles and codes of practice

Strategy and Development

Competency framework development
Reward strategy and total reward frameworks
Career development and internal mobility
Retention strategy and turnover analysis
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
Career pathways and professional development
Measuring development impact
Financial inclusion strategy
Strategic analysis: PESTLE, SWOT and Porter’s Five Forces

Learning and Adoption

Change management and adoption
Cognitive load and learning science
Learning cultures and the learning organisation
Blended and hybrid learning design
Motivation and self-directed learning
Training needs analysis and learning strategy
Instructional design and blended learning
Knowledge management and capability building
Learning technologies and the LMS
Learning transfer and capability building
Benchmarking and best-practice adoption
Lessons learned and knowledge management
Managing boundaries and dual relationships
Demonstration, on-farm trials and technology transfer
Complaint data and learning

Inclusion and Equity

Team diversity and inclusion
Brand strategy, identity and equity
Peer support and consultation
Handling vulnerable customers
Brand equity and positioning
Financial inclusion and agency banking
The business case for diversity and inclusion
Inclusion and the fairness of people decisions
Scheduling and planning tools
Data quality and governance
Programme governance and assurance
Sustaining ethical, effective practice

Agricultural Practice

Contract farming, aggregation and out-grower schemes
Cooperatives, farmer organisations and collective bargaining
Farm records, bookkeeping and management accounting
Water resources, catchment and on-farm water management
Irrigation systems: surface, sprinkler and drip design
Precision agriculture principles and site-specific management
Ethical frameworks and codes of practice
Farm management information systems and data platforms
Digital advisory, e-extension and mobile services
Regenerative and conservation agriculture practices
Duty of care and risk management
Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise
Client feedback and satisfaction
Livestock records, performance and productivity metrics
Agricultural finance, credit and investment appraisal

Markets and Value Chains

Customer and community engagement
Handling difficult customers and disputes
Treating customers fairly and market conduct
Market and interest-rate risk
Know Your Customer and enhanced due diligence
Data protection and customer privacy
Data, analytics and customer insight
Customer segmentation and needs analysis
Customer journey and experience design
Supply market analysis
Market research and customer insight methods
The marketing concept and customer orientation
Managing price and discount governance
Market and customer analysis
Campaign or go-to-market plan

Agricultural Finance

Prioritising experience investments
Cost, feasibility and impact analysis
The banking system, intermediation and financial markets
Operational efficiency and cost-to-income
Principles of credit and the lending process
Credit analysis and the 5 Cs of credit
Financial statement and cash-flow analysis
Credit risk measurement and mitigation
Investment portfolio management
Development banking and project finance
SME lending and value-chain finance
Carbon markets and climate finance
Negotiation with buyers, suppliers and financiers
Access to finance, grants and investment
Financial and technical feasibility analysis

Environment and Climate

Control environment and risk assessment
Sustainability, ESG and integrated value
Managing risk and difficult cases
The regulatory and legal environment
Sustainability strategy and materiality
Environmental governance and climate risk
Sustainability standards (GRI, ISSB)
Lessons learned and development
Sustainability and environmental duty
Environmental management systems (ISO 14001)
Environmental legal compliance
The project environment and stakeholders
Sustainability and social impact in projects
Market analysis and environmental scanning
Sustainability and responsible marketing

Standards, Risk and Compliance

Risk response and contingency
Integrated risk and quality control
Professional standards and ethics
Brand safety and responsible marketing
Governance of campaigns and spend
Managing growth, risk and resilience
Regulatory compliance and biosafety
Benchmarking against standards and best practice
Implementation planning and risk management
Sustainability certification and standards
Regulatory compliance and market requirements
Standard costing and variance analysis
Governance, risk and compliance (GRC)
Governance and organisational value
Public, private and non-profit governance

Communities and Capability

Driving effective, ethical outcomes
Designing and facilitating groups
Leading groups and workshops
Capacity and resource optimisation
Capacity and performance management
Facilitation, training and public presentation skills
Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation
Training and capability building
Training needs analysis
Corporate responsibility and community
Reinsurance and capacity management
Capacity planning and line balancing
Psychoeducation and workshops

Projects and Delivery

Building high-performing project teams
Marketing planning and budgeting
Campaign planning and execution
Account planning and whitespace analysis
Leading campaigns and sales projects
Monitoring and evaluation with data
Team leadership in field and project settings
Business planning and bankable proposal development
HACCP principles and prerequisite programmes
Advisory service design and delivery
Quality monitoring and coaching
Scaling delivery capability
Building project management maturity
Measuring change and project impact
Project KPIs and performance metrics

Data, Records and Research

Sales analytics and metrics
Comparable sales analysis and market evidence
Measurement and analytics for media and social campaigns
Analytical techniques and bias
Data visualisation for finance
Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches
Working with organisations on wellbeing
Record-keeping and data protection
Evidence-based improvement
Evidence-based practice
Evidence-based practice and research literacy
Data quality, integration and master data
Data ethics, privacy and responsible analytics
People analytics and HR measurement
Incident reporting and record-keeping

Technology in Agriculture

Digital procurement and the future of the profession
CRM and sales technology
Bancassurance and digital insurance models
Designing an intervention or programme
Ethics of technology in practice
Ethical, risk and feasibility considerations
Agile and digital transformation projects
Automation in project delivery
Emerging project technologies
Digital disruption and modern go-to-market
Digital and data-driven go-to-market
Process automation and workflow
HR technology selection and implementation
Professional case study and presentation
Digital permits and inspections

Leadership and Management

Procurement and contract management
Vendor selection and management
Issue and problem management
Servant leadership and self-organising teams
Communication planning and management
Negotiation and conflict management
Escalation and decision-making
Team leadership and motivation
Project management software and tools
Portfolio and resource management systems
Document and configuration management
Sanctions screening and PEP management
Sales performance and pipeline management
Liquidity and funding management
Thought leadership

Supply and Logistics

Supply markets and the enabling environment
Sustainable procurement principles and standards
Fair trade and responsible supply
Procurement and asset management under donor rules
Regulation of transport: authorities, conventions and licensing
Service quality and the passenger experience in transport
Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution
Risk assessment and safety planning
Treatment planning and review
Conflicts of interest and procurement ethics
Procurement and contract value
Procurement’s contribution to organisational strategy
Public versus private procurement
Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning
Procurement and supply chain: scope and value

Operations and Quality

Competitive bidding processes
Business process mapping
The HR function: roles, operating models and value creation
Quality assurance and standards
Cost reduction and efficiency programmes
Continuous improvement of finance processes
Cost, quality and cycle-time metrics
Time-to-hire, quality-of-hire and cost metrics
Onboarding and time to productivity
Employee relations, discipline and fair process
The HR operating model and business partnering
Coaching and quality monitoring
Reconciliation and end-of-day processes
Operational efficiency and channel management
Operating-model and process re-engineering

Communication and Advisory

Managing complexity and comorbidity
Toolbox talks and safety communication
Communicating vision and telling stories
Executive communication and presence
Cross-cultural communication
Sustainability reporting and disclosure
Risk registers and reporting
Proposal development and donor reporting
The media and telecommunications landscape
Workplace and organisational contexts
Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP)
Communications strategy and planning
Internal communications
Presentation and public speaking
Professional report and presentation

Policy, Land and Legal

Subcontractor and supplier management
Legal responsibilities and professional bodies
Goal setting and contracting
Advocacy and policy engagement
Land rights, tenure and equitable resource use
Pasture, forage and rangeland management
The regulatory landscape and central banking
Contract law and formation
Contract exit and renewal
Accounting concepts, principles and the regulatory landscape
Legal and regulatory responsibility
Contractor and visitor safety
Policy, planning and objectives
Legal and other requirements
Certification and continual improvement

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

Establish a comprehensive understanding of Certified Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming Expert 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 CDIGA 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 CDIGA?

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 CDIGA certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 12 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 CDIGA internationally recognised?

What is the cost of the CDIGA certification?

The Certified Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming 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 CDIGA 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 CDIGA?

The Certified Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming 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 CDIGA?

The Certified Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CDIGA 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 CDIGA?

Graduates progress towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles. The CDIGA 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 Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming Expert

Certified Digital Agriculture and Precision Farming 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

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