What is the Certified Urban Agriculturalist?

The Certified Urban Agriculturalist 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 is 10 Weeks and can be completed at your own pace through our self-paced online option, or alongside live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are internationally recognised and carry CPD credits, making them valuable for career advancement worldwide.

What level is this certification?

This is a Intermediate Level certification, suitable for professionals with relevant experience or background in the field.

You can enrol by emailing info@certifications.ac, contacting us via WhatsApp at +254 722 223 084, or filling the enrolment form below.

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Executive Summary

Certified Urban Agriculturalist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Urban Agriculturalist (CUA) 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 CUA 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 Urban Agriculturalist

Acronym

CUA

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 Urban Agriculturalist

Certified Urban Agriculturalist: 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

Livestock husbandry and productivity · Feed, fodder and livestock nutrition · Animal health, disease and biosecurity · Agribusiness models and strategy

3

Harvest and Post-Harvest

Harvest timing, maturity and yield assessment · Post-harvest loss and handling · Storage, drying and stock management · Export readiness and standards

4

Markets, Margins and Records

Market access, buyers and contract farming · Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Agri-enterprise planning and farm records · Grading, standards and food safety compliance

5

Finance, Inputs and Organisation

Agricultural finance and credit for farmers · Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution · Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives · Market linkages and aggregation

6

Soil, Nutrition and Establishment

Soil health and fertility management · Crop nutrition and fertiliser use efficiency · Seed selection, varieties and seed systems · Contract farming, aggregation and out-grower schemes

7

Protecting and Watering the Crop

Integrated pest and disease management · Water management and irrigation practice · Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk · Pesticide residues, MRLs and safe use

8

Learning and Adoption

Emerging agri-tech and innovation adoption · Learning in the flow of work · Self-directed and continuous learning · Embedding learning in performance

9

Inclusion and Equity

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

10

Agricultural Practice

Farm enterprise budgeting and gross-margin analysis · Agricultural finance, credit and investment appraisal · Agricultural value chains and market linkages · Precision agriculture principles and site-specific management

11

Markets and Value Chains

Vehicle specifications, trims and options in customer language · Customer retention in the vehicle ownership cycle · Customer loyalty and repeat purchase in retail · How networks work: from fibre and towers to the customer

12

Agricultural Finance

Cost of production, pricing and profitability · Equipment maintenance, safety and cost management · Credit risk measurement and mitigation · Investment portfolio management

13

Environment and Climate

Climate risk, forecasting and resilient practices · Water stewardship and drought management · Housing, welfare and environmental management · Infrastructure planning for water and mechanisation

14

Standards, Risk and Compliance

Animal welfare standards and ethical husbandry · Grades, standards and export certification (GlobalG.A.P.) · Governance of campaigns and spend · Managing price and discount governance

15

Communities and Capability

Designing and facilitating groups · Leading groups and workshops · Capacity and resource optimisation · Capacity and performance management

16

Projects and Delivery

Herd and flock health planning and biosecurity · Policy, planning and objectives · Compliance monitoring and enforcement · Scenario planning and foresight

17

Data, Records and Research

Traceability, blockchain and digital records · Data, analytics and customer insight · Data ethics, privacy and protection · Data analytics in audit

18

Technology in Agriculture

Appropriate and small-scale mechanisation technologies · Email and marketing automation · Marketing technology stack · CRM and marketing automation platforms

19

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

20

Supply and Logistics

Public versus private procurement · Digital procurement and the future of the profession · Fair trade and responsible supply · Procurement and asset management under donor rules

21

Operations and Quality

Reconciliation and end-of-day processes · Operational efficiency and channel management · Operating-model and process re-engineering · Operational efficiency and cost-to-income

22

Communication and Advisory

Advisory and needs-based selling · Crisis communications · Stakeholder communications · Ethics in communications

23

Policy, Land and Legal

Legal and regulatory responsibility · Environmental legal compliance · Legal, cost and feasibility analysis · Contractor and visitor safety

24

Health and Nutrition

Health records, data and confidentiality · Telehealth and digital care delivery · Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Managing health workers and clinical teams

25

Stakeholders and Partners

Stakeholders, agency and accountability · Trends: ESG, transparency and stakeholder capitalism · Shareholder and stakeholder rights · Transparency and stakeholder trust

26

Labour and Workforce

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

27

Ethics and Responsibility

Ethics and treating customers fairly in insurance · Regulation, ethics and misinformation in media and telecoms · Ethical principles and codes of practice · Sustaining ethical, effective practice

28

Enterprise and Innovation

Emerging tools and innovation · Innovation and continuous delivery · Innovation and new product launch · Behaviour change and adoption of innovations

29

Strategy and Development

Data-driven growth · Key account management strategy · Translating insight into strategy · Customer service and CX strategy

30

Professional Leadership Practice

Communication planning and management · Negotiation and conflict management · Team leadership and motivation · Project management software and tools

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 CUA 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 CUA?

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 CUA 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 CUA 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 CUA certification?

The Certified Urban Agriculturalist 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 CUA 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 CUA?

The Certified Urban Agriculturalist 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 CUA?

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

Can I study the CUA 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 CUA?

Graduates progress towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles. The CUA 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 CUA 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 Urban Agriculturalist

Certified Urban Agriculturalist

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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