Description

Course Name: Professional Diploma in Agri Supply Chain Management

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/PD-GEN-ASC-459

Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent

Language Type: English

Course Type: Self-Paced Online Learning

Objective: The Professional Diploma in Agri Supply Chain Management aims to equip learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to manage agricultural supply chains effectively. The program focuses on procurement, storage, transportation, logistics, inventory management, value addition, market linkages, and digital supply chain solutions. It develops competencies to reduce post-harvest losses, improve market efficiency, enhance farmer connectivity, and promote sustainable and profitable agricultural supply chain systems.

Duration: 6 Months / 370 Hours

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your Course you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get Enroll Now tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay Course fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay course fee, you will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card (Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the Digital(PDF) copy of your Diploma & Marksheet will be sent to your registered email ID within 7 days.

Course Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Agri Supply Chain Management: Introduction to Agri Supply Chain Management, Concept and Scope of Agricultural Supply Chains, Importance of Supply Chain Management in Agriculture, Structure of Agri Supply Chains, Role of Supply Chains in Agricultural Development, Components of Agricultural Supply Systems, Supply Chain Stakeholders and Their Functions, Challenges in Agri Supply Chain Management, Sustainable Supply Chain Concepts, Future Trends in Agricultural Supply Chains.

Module 2: Agricultural Procurement and Production Management: Agricultural Procurement Systems, Raw Material Collection and Aggregation, Farmer Producer Organizations and Supply Linkages, Production Planning and Coordination, Input Supply Management, Farm-Level Supply Chain Operations, Crop Scheduling and Planning, Quality-Based Procurement Practices, Contract Farming Systems, Supplier Relationship Management.

Module 3: Storage, Transportation and Logistics Management: Principles of Agricultural Logistics, Warehousing Management, Cold Storage Systems, Cold Chain Management, Transportation of Agricultural Commodities, Inventory Management Practices, Packaging and Handling of Farm Products, Distribution Network Planning, Logistics Cost Management, Post-Harvest Loss Reduction Strategies.

Module 4: Agricultural Processing and Value Chain Development: Agricultural Value Chain Concepts, Food Processing and Supply Chain Integration, Value Addition of Agricultural Products, Grading and Standardization Systems, Quality Management in Supply Chains, Processing Unit Management, Traceability Systems, Supply Chain Efficiency Improvement, Export-Oriented Agricultural Supply Chains, Market Linkage Development.

Module 5: Agri Marketing and Digital Supply Chain Systems: Agricultural Marketing Channels, Market Information Systems, Demand Forecasting in Agriculture, Pricing and Market Analysis, Digital Platforms for Agricultural Trade, E-Commerce in Agriculture, Blockchain Applications in Supply Chains, Data Management in Agri Supply Chains, Customer Relationship Management, Supply Chain Performance Evaluation.

Module 6: Agri Supply Chain Business Management: Supply Chain Strategy Development, Cost Analysis and Financial Planning, Risk Management in Agricultural Supply Chains, Supply Chain Partnership Management, Sustainable Supply Chain Models, Government Policies and Support Systems, International Agricultural Trade Management, Entrepreneurship Opportunities in Agri Supply Chains, Supply Chain Innovation Practices, Competitive Advantage Development in Agribusiness.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 120 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 60.
• Number of Questions from each module: 10.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks Above 40%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of the Professional Diploma

1. Globally Recognized Professional Diploma – Earn a professionally designed diploma that enhances your profile and demonstrates industry-relevant knowledge. Widely valued by employers, organizations, and institutions across multiple sectors.

2. Quality Learning with ISO-Certified Standards – Our training programs are developed under ISO-certified quality management practices, ensuring a structured, consistent, and high-quality learning experience.

3. Enhanced Career Opportunities – Strengthen your resume, improve your professional skills, and increase your potential for employment, career advancement, and new job opportunities.

4. Issued by a Non-Profit Skill Development Organization – The diploma is awarded by a mission-driven organization dedicated to promoting skill development, vocational education, and lifelong learning.

5. Comprehensive Learning Resources – Access quality study materials, e-books, practice assessments, mock tests, and learner support to help you successfully complete the program.

6. Secure Online Verification – Every diploma and marksheet is issued with a unique Enrolment ID and QR Code, enabling employers, institutions, and other stakeholders to instantly verify the authenticity of your credential online.

7. Lifetime Validity – The Professional Diploma is issued with lifetime validity and does not require periodic renewal, allowing you to showcase your achievement throughout your career.

8. Flexible Self-Paced Learning – Learn anytime and anywhere at your own pace, making it easy to balance your studies with work, business, or personal commitments.

9. Industry-Relevant Curriculum – The curriculum is designed to focus on practical knowledge, current industry trends, and real-world applications to improve workplace readiness.

10. Skill-Based Professional Qualification – Demonstrates your commitment to continuous professional development and validates your practical knowledge and skills in the subject area.

Job Opportunities after Professional Diploma in Agri Supply Chain Management

Graduates of this program gain knowledge in agricultural supply chain operations, procurement, logistics, storage management, inventory control, market distribution, and agribusiness processes, preparing them for careers in agriculture, food supply networks, logistics, and rural business sectors.

Key Career Options: Agri Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Executive, Logistics Coordinator, Warehouse Manager, Agri Business Executive, Supply Chain Analyst, Commodity Operations Officer, Distribution Manager, Agri Marketing Executive, Rural Business Entrepreneur.

Salary Range (India):
Entry-level: ₹3–6 LPA
Mid-level: ₹6–12 LPA
Senior-level: ₹12–20+ LPA

Industries Hiring Graduates: Agribusiness Companies, Food Processing Industries, Agricultural Cooperatives, Logistics Companies, Warehousing Organizations, Retail Agriculture Businesses, Export Companies, Agri-Tech Startups, FMCG Companies, Rural Development Organizations.

Skills Developed: Agricultural supply chain management, procurement planning, logistics operations, inventory management, warehouse practices, market analysis, distribution strategies, quality management, digital supply chain tools, and business communication skills.

Graduates can progress to roles like Agri Supply Chain Specialist, Logistics Manager, Procurement Consultant, Agribusiness Operations Manager, or establish their own agricultural trading and supply chain enterprise with experience and advanced training.