What is the Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst?

The Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst is a globally recognised professional certification by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI), designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in Procurement & Supply Chain.

How long does this certification take?

The programme is 10 Week 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@leadership.co.ke, contacting us via WhatsApp at +254 722 223 084, or filling the enrolment form below.

Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst (CASCA) | Online Certification

Executive Summary

Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst (CASCA) 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 Week 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 CASCA 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 Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst

Acronym

CASCA

Who Should Enrol?

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

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

Click any module to explore the detailed curriculum topics included in this certification.

Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst

Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst: 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

Cold chain and perishable produce logistics
Feed, fodder and livestock nutrition
Animal health, disease and biosecurity
Water resources, catchment and on-farm water management
Irrigation systems: surface, sprinkler and drip design
Irrigation scheduling and water-use efficiency
Water harvesting, storage and conveyance
Farm power, machinery selection and utilisation
Mechanisation of land preparation, planting and harvest
Equipment maintenance, safety and cost management
Appropriate and small-scale mechanisation technologies
Infrastructure planning for water and mechanisation
Precision agriculture principles and site-specific management
Farm management information systems and data platforms
Variable-rate application and yield mapping

Harvest and Post-Harvest

Harvest timing, maturity and yield assessment
Post-harvest loss and handling
Storage, drying and stock management
Dairy, poultry, and small-ruminant enterprise management
Livestock records, performance and productivity metrics
Animal welfare standards and ethical husbandry
Farm enterprise budgeting and gross-margin analysis
Agricultural finance, credit and investment appraisal
Cost of production, pricing and profitability
Agricultural value chains and market linkages
Contract farming, aggregation and out-grower schemes
Agribusiness marketing, branding and export readiness
Post-harvest handling, storage and loss reduction
Cooperatives, farmer organisations and collective bargaining
Farm records, bookkeeping and management accounting

Markets, Margins and Records

Market access, buyers and contract farming
Farm profitability, costing and gross margins
Agri-enterprise planning and farm records
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
Bankable proposal development

Finance, Inputs and Organisation

Agricultural finance and credit for farmers
Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution
Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives
Climate risk, forecasting and resilient practices
Water stewardship and drought management
Good Agricultural and Handling Practices along the chain
Grades, standards and export certification (GlobalG.A.P.)
Pesticide residues, MRLs and safe use
Cold chain, packaging and shelf-life management
Participatory rural appraisal and needs assessment
Demonstration, on-farm trials and technology transfer
Rural livelihoods, food security and nutrition
Soil health and fertility management
Crop nutrition and fertiliser use efficiency
Seed selection, varieties and seed systems

Soil, Nutrition and Establishment

Soil health and fertility management
Crop nutrition and fertiliser use efficiency
Seed selection, varieties and seed systems
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
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

Protecting and Watering the Crop

Integrated pest and disease management
Water management and irrigation practice
Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk
Land-use planning, capability and degradation management
Liming, amendments and rehabilitation of degraded soils
Professional writing: reports, proposals and briefs
Responsible use of agrochemicals and inputs
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
Herd and flock health planning and biosecurity
Common diseases, prevention and veterinary basics
Pasture, forage and rangeland management

Leadership and Management

Nutrient management planning and the 4R framework
Pricing and margin management
Financial management and cash flow
Insurance and price-risk management
Value addition and processing decisions
Programme cycle management in NGOs
Grant compliance and restricted funding management
NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline
Procurement and asset management under donor rules
Reinsurance and capacity management
Solvency, capital and prudential supervision
Social media and community management
Operational risk management
CI/CD and release management
Risk management and security frameworks

Supply and Logistics

Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution
Construction contracts and procurement: from tender to FIDIC
The medical supply chain: from manufacturer to patient
Procurement and stock management for health commodities
Conflicts of interest and procurement ethics
Procurement and contract value
Procurement and contract management
Linking farmers to markets, finance and inputs
Supply market analysis
Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning
Procurement and supply chain: scope and value
Public versus private procurement
Supply markets and the enabling environment
Digital procurement and the future of the profession
Sustainable procurement principles and standards

Operations and Quality

Agro-processing and value addition
Grades, standards and quality
Integration with quality and environment
Design review and quality
Productivity, collaboration and workflow tools
Process improvement and lean thinking
Quality management and standards
Productivity and efficiency improvement
Process efficiency and cycle time
Data quality and master data management
The vehicle sales process from enquiry to delivery
Traceability, recall and quality assurance systems
Quality management systems and audits
Journey and process redesign
Quality monitoring and coaching

Communication and Advisory

Crisis communications
Stakeholder communications
Ethics in communications
Communications strategy and planning
Internal communications
Corporate social responsibility communications
Presentation and public speaking
Professional report and presentation
Metrics and reporting
Voice, communication and delivery
Management reporting and decision support
Dashboards and performance reporting
Professional presentation and pitching
Reporting to leadership
Media and public communication

Policy, Land and Legal

Contract farming and out-grower schemes
Traceability, certification and export requirements
Land preparation, tillage and conservation agriculture
Contractor and visitor safety
Policy, planning and objectives
Legal and other requirements
Certification and continual improvement
Contract types and risk allocation
Contract administration and variation
Contract performance and exit
Contract governance and compliance
The media and telecommunications landscape
Legal responsibilities and professional bodies
Goal setting and contracting
Conflict resolution over land, water and resources

Health and Nutrition

Public health programmes: prevention and outreach
Managing health workers and clinical teams
Healthcare quality, safety and accreditation
Health financing: budgets, insurance and out-of-pocket realities
Health, safety and compliance in delivery
Customer and brand health metrics
Brand health and measurement
Wellbeing and holistic health strategy
Confidentiality and health data
Construction health and safety: managing the industry's hazards
Health records, data and confidentiality
Telehealth and digital care delivery
Health and safety legal duties
Absence, capability and ill-health management
Leadership impact and organisational health metrics

Stakeholders and Partners

Employment relationship and the psychological contract
Categories of spend and stakeholders
Strategic customer relationships
Proposal development and donor reporting
Managing boundaries and dual relationships
Quality of the therapeutic relationship
The project environment and stakeholders
Stakeholder and sponsor management
Stakeholder rights and fair treatment
Delivery, quality and stakeholder plan
Stakeholder identification and analysis
Partnership building and multi-stakeholder platforms
Relationship management and retention
Stakeholder mapping and collaboration
Managing difficult stakeholders

Labour and Workforce

Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting
Communicating risk to the workforce
Workforce and shift management in retail
Hospitality cost control: food, beverage and labour
Workforce management and scheduling
Workforce planning and scheduling
Employee experience and engagement
Customer and employee satisfaction
Employee engagement models and drivers
The employee lifecycle and HR value chain
Employer branding and employee value proposition (EVP)
Data protection and employee privacy
Belonging, culture and employee resource groups

Ethics and Responsibility

Ethics and duty of care
Professional ethics and duty of care
Legal and regulatory responsibility
Ethical decision-making under pressure
Sustainability and climate responsibility
Ethics and responsible leadership
Professional standards and ethics (CIPS)
Sustainability and responsible sourcing
Ethics and professional conduct in security
Corporate responsibility and community
Ethics and treating customers fairly in insurance
Ethical principles and codes of practice
Sustaining ethical, effective practice
Ethical frameworks and codes of practice
Driving effective, ethical outcomes

Enterprise and Innovation

Emerging agri-tech and innovation adoption
Emerging tools and innovation
Innovation and continuous delivery
Innovation and new product launch
Leading agricultural teams, projects and enterprises
Innovation and entrepreneurship in agribusiness
Scaling technologies and business models
Strategic planning for agricultural enterprises
Capstone scoping: a real agricultural problem or enterprise
Behaviour change and adoption of innovations
Innovation in service delivery
Enterprise architecture governance
Innovation and technology investment
Supplier development and innovation
Business model design and innovation

Strategy and Development

Scaling and growth strategies
Organic, inorganic and biological fertiliser strategies
Business planning and bankable proposal development
Measuring strategic progress
Turning strategy into results
Delegating for development
Digital transformation and IT strategy
Category management and strategy development
Sourcing strategies and portfolio (Kraljic)
Negotiation strategy and planning
Supplier development and improvement
Sustaining strategic customer focus
Customer experience strategy
Brand strategy, identity and architecture
Advertising and creative development

Learning and Adoption

Training needs analysis and learning strategy
Instructional design and blended learning
Knowledge management and capability building
Benchmarking and best-practice adoption
Continuous improvement and learning organisations
Monitoring, evaluation and learning for accountability
Change and adoption in projects
Lessons learned and knowledge management
Adult learning and farmer field schools
Complaint data and learning
Change management and adoption
Learning strategy and business alignment
Learning cultures and the learning organisation
Blended and hybrid learning design
Motivation and self-directed learning

Inclusion and Equity

Brand strategy, identity and equity
Youth and start-ups in agriculture
Handling vulnerable customers
Brand equity and positioning
Financial inclusion and agency banking
Financial inclusion strategy
The business case for diversity and inclusion
Team diversity and inclusion
Agricultural value chain analysis
Demand analysis and market intelligence
Branding and product differentiation

Agricultural Practice

Regenerative and conservation agriculture practices
Grading, standards and food safety compliance
Soil chemistry, pH and cation exchange capacity
Designing an evidence-based intervention or farm plan
Remote sensing, satellite imagery and GIS in agriculture
Circular agriculture and waste-to-value
Agricultural and sector-specific finance
Stakeholder mapping across the agricultural ecosystem
Engaging farmers, agribusiness, government and donors
Change management in farming systems
Building a competitive, future-ready agribusiness
Professional ethics and codes of conduct in agriculture
Data ethics and farmer privacy
Governance of cooperatives and farmer institutions
Using evidence to refine agricultural practice

Markets and Value Chains

Inclusive and fair value chains
Market systems and price discovery
Market linkages and aggregation
Designing voice-of-customer programmes
Customer and journey analysis
De-escalation and difficult customers
Customer journey mapping
Voice of the customer programmes
Reducing customer effort
Customer effort and sentiment analysis
CRM systems and customer data
Customer loyalty and repeat purchase in retail
How networks work: from fibre and towers to the customer
Telecom products, tariffs and customer lifecycles
Supporting connectivity customers: faults, SLAs and churn

Agricultural Finance

Access to finance and de-risking
Cost estimation and budgeting
Time and cost control
Managing schedule and budget performance
Strategic alignment of investments
Marketing planning and budgeting
Budget, ROI and feasibility analysis
Carbon markets and climate finance
Negotiation with buyers, suppliers and financiers
Access to finance, grants and investment
Financial and technical feasibility analysis
Ration formulation and least-cost feeding
The role of finance in organisations and value creation
Return on investment and impact
Financial, management and cost accounting distinguished

Environment and Climate

Sustainability and responsible marketing
Monitoring sustainability outcomes
Monitoring, evaluation and sustainability plan
Responsible and sustainable banking
Sustainable and green banking
Control environment and risk assessment
Sustainability, ESG and integrated value
Fire risk in special environments
The regulatory and legal environment
Responsible and sustainable governance
Sustainability strategy and materiality
Sustainability reporting and disclosure
Embedding sustainability in sourcing
Non-revenue water, metering and cost recovery
Mine water, tailings and environmental management

Standards, Risk and Compliance

Governance of service standards
Governance of the CX programme
Regulatory and fair-treatment obligations
Corporate governance in banks
Regulatory duty and accountability
Risk, compliance and feasibility analysis
Credit risk measurement and mitigation
Liquidity risk and asset-liability management
Operational risk and resilience
Risk appetite and governance
Model risk and provisioning (IFRS 9)
Project governance and assurance
Project governance frameworks
Compliance and regulatory projects
Leading project governance

Communities and Capability

Microfinance and group lending
Training needs analysis
Capacity planning and line balancing
Selling hospitality: corporate, group and event business
Designing and facilitating groups
Leading groups and workshops
Capacity and resource optimisation
Capacity and performance management
Corporate social responsibility and community impact
Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation
Training and capability building
Customer and community engagement

Projects and Delivery

Monitoring profitability and performance
Designing an intervention or programme
Risk assessment and safety planning
Treatment planning and review
Goal setting and action planning
Projects, programmes and portfolios
Project management standards (PMI, PRINCE2)
Project roles and the project manager
Agile and digital transformation projects
Scaling delivery capability
Building project management maturity
Monitoring, control and reporting
Project initiation and chartering
Integrated project planning
Project management plan development

Data, Records and Research

Traceability, blockchain and digital records
Web, campaign and funnel analytics
Sales analytics and forecasting tools
Market research design and methods
Qualitative and quantitative research
Baseline surveys and data collection tools
Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice
Data-driven decision support and analytics
Service analytics and dashboards
Text and interaction analytics
Data privacy and consent
Predictive safety analytics
Sales analytics and metrics
Comparable sales analysis and market evidence
Measurement and analytics for media and social campaigns

Technology in Agriculture

Digital marketplaces and e-commerce
Technology governance and change control
Digital credit and alternative data
Process improvement and automation
Ethical and responsible technology
Digital transformation roadmaps
HR technology selection and implementation
Technology and digital HSE
Digital permits and inspections
Automation and safety technology
Emerging HSE technologies
Digital transformation in banking
Branch-to-digital migration
Digital banking platforms and APIs
Payment technology and switches

Professional Leadership Practice

Negotiation and conflict management
Team leadership and motivation
Portfolio and resource management systems
Document and configuration management
Programme management principles
Portfolio management and prioritisation
Value management and business value
Revenue management and yield
Key account management strategy
Renewals and churn management
Field sales and territory management
Influencing and safety leadership
Team leadership in HSE
Environmental management systems (ISO 14001)
HSE management software and systems

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CASCA 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 CASCA?

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 CASCA certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 10 Week 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 CASCA internationally recognised?

What is the cost of the CASCA certification?

The Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst 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 CASCA 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 CASCA?

The Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst 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 CASCA?

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

Can I study the CASCA 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 CASCA?

Graduates progress towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles. The CASCA 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 Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst

Certified Agricultural Supply Chain Analyst

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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