This program is designed to build the analytical, technical, and strategic skills required for strengthening agri-food trade competitiveness, improving export quality and compliance, and promoting sustainable trade practices. It supports STRATI’s mission of advancing inclusive growth, trade facilitation, and sustainable development within regional and global agri-food systems. It targets at students, trade professionals, exporters, policymakers, agribusiness leaders, FPOs, cooperatives, and entrepreneurs engaged in food processing and export management. It aims to equip learners with tools for trade policy analysis, export market access, and WTO frameworks, enhance understanding of sustainability standards, certifications, and green trade compliance, and develop capabilities for competitiveness enhancement and logistics efficiency in agri-food exports.
1. One-Week Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to Agri-Food Trade Systems | 1 Week | Online | Understand global and regional agri-food trade structures and policies | Trade frameworks, value chains | Quiz + short report | ₹2,000 / $25 | Entry-level professionals |
| Basics of Export Procedures and Documentation | 1 Week | Online | Learn export licensing, customs, and documentation processes | Export compliance, logistics | Assignment | ₹2,500 / $30 | Exporters, MSMEs |
2. Two-Week Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Agri-Food Export Competitiveness and Market Access | 2 Weeks | Online | Explore competitiveness factors, tariffs, and non-tariff barriers | Market analysis, trade mapping | Case study | ₹3,500 / $40 | Export promotion agencies |
| Sustainability Standards and Green Trade Compliance | 2 Weeks | Online | Understand sustainability certifications (GAP, Fair Trade, ISO 14001) | ESG compliance, certification strategy | Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Agribusiness, trade bodies |
3. One-Month Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| International Trade Policy and WTO Agreements in Agriculture | 1 Month | Online | Analyze WTO disciplines, subsidies, and market access rules | Policy interpretation, trade negotiation | Policy brief | ₹6,000 / $70 | Ministries, policy think tanks |
| Export Marketing, Branding, and Logistics in Agri-Food Sectors | 1 Month | Online | Learn export marketing strategies, packaging, and logistics management | Branding, supply chain optimization | Simulation project | ₹6,000 / $70 | Export houses, logistics firms |
4. Three-Month Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Trade Facilitation and Regional Integration in Agri-Food Sectors | 3 Months | Online | Study regional trade frameworks (SAARC, ASEAN, BIMSTEC, RCEP) | Trade policy, diplomacy | Project + viva | ₹12,000 / $140 | Trade missions, policy institutions |
| Digital Trade, Traceability, and Blockchain in Agriculture | 3 Months | Online | Apply digital tools for transparency, certification, and logistics tracking | Blockchain, e-trade systems | Capstone project | ₹12,000 / $140 | Agri-tech firms, export bodies |
5. Six-Month Diploma Course
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Professional Diploma in Agri-Food Trade, Export Competitiveness, and Sustainability | 6 Months | Online | Develop expertise in export management, policy frameworks, and sustainability standards in agri-food trade | Trade policy analysis, ESG standards, supply chain design | Capstone project + viva | ₹25,000 / $300 | Export firms, government agencies, international organizations |
Common Features Across All Courses
- Career Pathways: Export Trade Specialist
- Agri-Trade Policy Analyst
- Green Supply Chain Manager
- Sustainability Compliance Officer
- Trade Consultant
- Integrates trade policy, sustainability, and innovation in the agri-food sector
- Emphasizes WTO frameworks, regional trade agreements, and ESG trade compliance
- Promotes digital traceability and climate-smart export competitiveness
- Designed for professionals and institutions engaged in trade facilitation, export management, and policy advisory
- Ideal for graduates, public servants, researchers, policy practitioners, and entrepreneurs
- STRATI-certified and aligned with international governance training standards
- Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships
- Placement and research collaboration opportunities