How long is the Agricultural Extension and Advisory course?

The course runs approximately 25 hours across 8 modules and 16 lessons, completed online at your own pace.

How much does Agricultural Extension and Advisory cost?

The training fee is KES 18,000, with M-Pesa, card and Paystack payment options and lifetime access.

Is Agricultural Extension and Advisory certified?

Yes. On passing the final assessment you receive a GLI-branded certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited.

Agricultural Extension and Advisory | CCS Online Learning

Name: Agricultural Extension and Advisory
Price: 18000 KES

Master agricultural extension and advisory through a hands-on, application-focused programme designed for working professionals across Kenya and the wider region.

What You Will Learn

✓Assess the core principles and frameworks of agricultural extension and advisory
✓Align practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Establish and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Implement and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Apply agribusiness practice with organisational strategy
✓Lead risk, compliance and governance considerations

Modules

Lessons

25 hours

Duration

🎍 Certificate & NITA Accreditation

On passing the final exam (50 MCQs, 70% pass mark, unlimited retakes) you receive a GLI-branded PDF certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited — eligible employers can claim NITA levy reimbursement for this course.

Course Curriculum

8 modules · 16 lessons · Interactive quizzes · Study notes · Practical exercises · Final exam

Module 1: Foundations and Key Concepts

2 lessons · 94 min · 3 hours

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Understanding the Fundamentals

45 min

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Key Concepts and Terminology

49 min

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📝 Study Notes

KEY TAKEAWAYS — Foundations and Key Concepts • Agricultural Extension and Advisory requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Foundations and Key Concepts". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 2: Strategic Context and Environment

2 lessons · 111 min · 3 hours

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Reading the Operating Environment

58 min

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Aligning with Organisational Strategy

53 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Strategic Context and Environment • Agricultural Extension and Advisory requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Strategic Context and Environment". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 3: Core Frameworks and Tools

2 lessons · 119 min · 3 hours

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Essential Frameworks and Models

58 min

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Practical Tools and Techniques

61 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Core Frameworks and Tools • Agricultural Extension and Advisory requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Core Frameworks and Tools". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 4: Planning and Design

2 lessons · 98 min · 3 hours

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Planning for Success

44 min

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Designing the Approach

54 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Planning and Design • Agricultural Extension and Advisory requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Planning and Design". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 5: Implementation and Execution

2 lessons · 117 min · 4 hours

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Executing Effectively

61 min

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Managing Delivery and Stakeholders

56 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Implementation and Execution • Agricultural Extension and Advisory requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Implementation and Execution". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 6: Measurement and Performance

2 lessons · 111 min · 3 hours

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Metrics, KPIs and Dashboards

60 min

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Continuous Improvement

51 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Measurement and Performance • Agricultural Extension and Advisory requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Measurement and Performance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 7: Risk, Governance and Compliance

2 lessons · 91 min · 3 hours

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Managing Risk and Compliance

48 min

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Governance and Accountability

43 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Risk, Governance and Compliance • Agricultural Extension and Advisory requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Risk, Governance and Compliance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 8: Leadership, Culture and Sustainability

2 lessons · 109 min · 3 hours

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Leading People and Culture

47 min

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Sustaining Results Long-Term

62 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Leadership, Culture and Sustainability • Agricultural Extension and Advisory requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Leadership, Culture and Sustainability". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Who Should Attend

▸Managers and supervisors responsible for agribusiness
▸Professionals seeking to advance their careers in agribusiness
▸Team leaders and officers in the public and private sectors
▸Anyone transitioning into a agribusiness role
▸Consultants, advisors and practitioners in the field

No prior qualification is required. This course is delivered 100% online and is suitable for professionals across Kenya and the wider African region.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

✓Assess the core principles and frameworks of agricultural extension and advisory
✓Align practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Establish and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Implement and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Apply agribusiness practice with organisational strategy
✓Lead risk, compliance and governance considerations

Quick Details

Duration25 hours

Modules8 modules

Lessons16 lessons

LevelIntermediate

PriceKES 18,000

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