Description

Course Name: Certificate in Agri Business Management

Course Id: CABM/Q1001.

Eligibility: 10th Grade (High School) or Equivalent.

Objective: A Certificate in Agri-Business Management is a specialized program designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and run businesses in the agricultural sector. This course is ideal for people looking to gain a deeper understanding of the business side of agriculture, whether they’re involved in farming, food production, agribusiness, or agricultural consulting.

Duration: Two Month.

 How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:

 Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.

 Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.

 Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.

 Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.

 Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.

 Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.

 Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.

 Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.

 Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.

Online Examination Detail:

Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.

Marking System:
S.No.	No. of Questions			Marks Each Question		Total Marks
1	10			5		50
2	5			4		20
3	5			3		15
4	5			2		10
5	5			1		5
	30					100
How Students will be Graded:
S.No.		Marks	Grade
1		91-100	O (Outstanding)
2		81-90	A+ (Excellent)
3		71-80	A (Very Good)
4		61-70	B (Good)
5		51-60	C (Average)
6		40-50	P (Pass)
7		0-40	F (Fail)

 Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:

 Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.

 Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.

 Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.

 Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.

 Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.

 Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.

Syllabus:

Introduction to Agri-Business Management: Scope and significance of agri-business, Role of agriculture in economic development, Agri-business supply chain overview, Key stakeholders in agri-business, Government policies and regulations in agriculture, Challenges in modern agri-business, Sustainable agriculture and agribusiness, Role of cooperatives and farmer producer organizations (FPOs), Global trends in agri-business, Case studies on successful agri-business ventures.

Agricultural Marketing and Supply Chain Management: Concept of agricultural marketing, Types of agricultural markets, Market linkage for farmers, Role of middlemen in agri-business, Contract farming and direct marketing, Cold storage and warehousing, Logistics and transportation in agri-business, Digital platforms in agri-marketing, Role of export and import in agri-business, Market intelligence and pricing strategies.

Financial Management in Agri-Business: Sources of finance for agri-business, Role of banks and financial institutions in agriculture, Government subsidies and financial schemes, Risk management in agri-financing, Credit and loan management for farmers, Microfinance and self-help groups (SHGs), Budgeting and cost analysis in agri-business, Insurance for agricultural businesses, Investment strategies in agri-business, Case studies on financial management in agriculture.

Agri-Entrepreneurship Development: Characteristics of successful agri-entrepreneurs, Business plan development for agri-business, Role of innovation in agricultural enterprises, Opportunities in organic farming and agribusiness, Challenges in starting an agri-business, Agri-startups and incubation centers, Role of agripreneurs in rural development, Marketing strategies for agri-based products, Case studies on agri-entrepreneurship, Networking and collaboration in agri-business.

Agri-Input Management: Types of agricultural inputs, Seed industry and its management, Fertilizers and pesticides in agri-business, Role of biotechnology in agriculture, Irrigation techniques and water resource management, Farm mechanization and its impact, Precision farming and technology adoption, Government policies on agricultural inputs, Organic inputs and natural farming, Challenges in agri-input management.

Agri-Processing and Value Addition: Importance of agri-processing industries, Post-harvest management techniques, Processing of cereals, pulses, and oilseeds, Dairy and livestock product processing, Packaging and branding of agri-products, Food safety and quality control, Role of cooperatives in agro-processing, Export opportunities in processed agri-products, Agro-industrial waste management, Case studies on successful agro-processing businesses.

🌾 Career Options after Certificate in Agri Business Management

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1️⃣ Agri-Business Executive / Officer

Role:
Managing procurement, supply chain, logistics, pricing, and sales of agricultural products (grains, seeds, fertilizers, etc.).

Industries:
Agro trading companies, cooperatives, food processing companies, agri export houses.

Salary Range:
₹15,000 – ₹40,000/month
₹1.8 LPA – ₹5 LPA

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2️⃣ Farm Manager / Agricultural Supervisor

Role:
Supervising farm operations, crop production, pest control, farm inputs, labor management, record keeping.

Industries:
Large private farms, corporate farming companies, organic farms, agri startups.

Salary Range:
₹18,000 – ₹45,000/month
₹2 LPA – ₹5.5 LPA

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3️⃣ Agricultural Input Sales Executive

Role:
Sales and marketing of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, farm equipment, and machinery.

Industries:
Agrochemical companies, farm equipment companies (e.g. Mahindra Agri, John Deere, Bayer, Syngenta, IFFCO).

Salary Range:
₹20,000 – ₹50,000/month (includes incentives)
₹2.5 LPA – ₹6 LPA

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4️⃣ Supply Chain Executive – Agri Sector

Role:
Managing warehousing, transportation, cold storage, logistics, and delivery of agri products.

Industries:
Food processing, cold storage chains, FPOs (Farmer Producer Organizations), agri export companies.

Salary Range:
₹20,000 – ₹60,000/month
₹2.5 LPA – ₹7 LPA

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5️⃣ Agri Marketing Officer

Role:
Planning and executing marketing campaigns for agri products, creating distribution networks, liaising with retailers, dealers, and farmers.

Industries:
Agri input firms, food processing units, dairy companies, cooperatives.

Salary Range:
₹20,000 – ₹60,000/month
₹2.5 LPA – ₹7.5 LPA

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6️⃣ Agricultural Finance Officer / Rural Credit Officer

Role:
Providing credit advisory, loans to farmers, agri-project funding, crop insurance advisory.

Industries:
Banks (NABARD, SBI, ICICI, HDFC), Microfinance institutions, Agri fintech startups.

Salary Range:
₹25,000 – ₹60,000/month
₹3 LPA – ₹8 LPA

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7️⃣ Quality Control Executive – Agri & Food Processing

Role:
Monitoring food quality, standards, certifications (FSSAI, ISO), grading of agri products.

Industries:
Food processing plants, export companies, agro-trading houses.

Salary Range:
₹18,000 – ₹50,000/month
₹2 LPA – ₹6 LPA

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8️⃣ Procurement Executive – Agri Commodities

Role:
Sourcing agri commodities directly from farmers, managing purchase prices, contract farming, procurement operations.

Industries:
Agri export companies, food processing industries, FMCG (ITC, Britannia, Adani Agri).

Salary Range:
₹25,000 – ₹70,000/month
₹3 LPA – ₹8 LPA

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9️⃣ Entrepreneur / Agri Startup Owner

Role:
Start own venture in agri consultancy, organic farming, food processing, agri exports, contract farming.

Potential Earnings:
₹2 lakh to ₹25 lakh per annum (depending on business scale)

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🔟 Government Jobs (with additional exams)

Roles:

• Agriculture Officer

• Rural Development Officer

• NABARD Officer

• Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) positions

Salary Range:
₹30,000 – ₹70,000/month
₹3.6 LPA – ₹9 LPA

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🚀 Career Growth Path