COURSE DESCRIPTION
This 8-module flagship program equips participants with the essential tools, skills, and mindset to build a profitable and sustainable agribusiness in Africa.
Through a blend of video-based tutorials, practical assignments, real-life case studies, and FAO-aligned entrepreneurial frameworks, learners will transform raw ideas into structured agribusiness ventures.
Participants will not just learn — they will design, model, and pitch their own agribusiness startup by the end of the course.
The program integrates innovation, digital tools, and sustainability approaches aligned with the UN SDGs and FAO Green Growth principles.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To earn the BiofixEDU Certificate in Agribusiness Startup & Growth, participants must:
✅ Complete all 8 modules, including videos, reading notes, and discussions.
✅ Participate in at least 6 of 8 practical assignments.
✅ Pass all module quizzes with a minimum score of 70 %.
✅ Submit a final business model and pitch deck.
✅ Complete an “Action Plan for Implementation” reflecting next steps after graduation.
Successful learners will receive:
- Digital Certificate of Completion (PDF + LinkedIn badge)
- Eligibility for BiofixEDU Accelerator or Mentorship Track
- Spotlight feature on the BiofixEDU alumni page
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this 8-module course, participants will be able to:
- Identify profitable agribusiness opportunities and assess local demand.
- Conduct simple market and feasibility studies using available data tools.
- Design a viable business model canvas tailored to their agribusiness.
- Develop realistic financial projections and understand cash-flow dynamics.
- Apply branding and digital marketing strategies to promote agri-products.
- Manage operations efficiently and mitigate agribusiness risks.
- Access finance through grants, loans, or partnerships.
- Prepare a professional business plan and investor pitch for scaling.
Course Features
- Lectures 6
- Quiz 1
- Duration 10 weeks
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 2
- Certificate No
- Assessments Yes
Curriculum
- 2 Sections
- 6 Lessons
- 10 Weeks
- Module 1: Understanding Agribusiness and Entrepreneurial MindsetLearning Objectives By the end of this module, you should be able to: 1. Explain what agribusiness means and identify its value-chain structure in the African context. 2. Understand the difference between farming as a way of life and agribusiness as a profit-driven enterprise. 3. Analyze FAO’s agripreneurship concept and draw practical lessons from African case studies. 4. Identify and develop the key attributes of successful agripreneurs. 5. Reflect on your own motivation and readiness to become an agripreneur.4
- Activities:3
