Coffee Sustainability Program
The Coffee Sustainability Program explores the challenges and opportunities of implementing sustainability practices across the coffee value chain, from farm to cup. Designed for coffee professionals at all stages, the program provides a progressive learning path through three levels—Foundation and Intermediate courses—equipping participants with job-relevant knowledge and leadership skills.
Starting with the Coffee Sustainability Foundation course, learners gain a solid understanding of core sustainability principles and the key challenges facing the coffee industry. Building on this foundation, three specialized intermediate courses—Climate and Coffee, Economics and Prosperity, and Social Well-Being—dive deeper into environmental, economic, and social sustainability. These modules cover topics like climate-smart agriculture, carbon footprint mitigation, alternative trade models, and social equity.
Through a blend of theoretical learning, practical projects, and leadership-focused discussions, participants develop a toolkit to champion sustainable initiatives within their own organizations. This program empowers individuals to make a meaningful impact, contributing to a more resilient and sustainable coffee sector.
Coffee Sustainability Foundation
This course introduces the fundamental principles of sustainability in the coffee industry and examines the environmental, social, and economic challenges shaping the coffee value chain. Learners explore historical and current industry practices, power dynamics, and sustainability trends, gaining a solid grounding to support sustainable initiatives in their workplaces. This course serves as a foundation for the intermediate courses, designed for both newcomers and experienced professionals. It prepares participants to continue with advanced courses in the program, building towards a more sustainable coffee sector.
COFFEE ECONOMICS
This course explores the critical economic factors shaping sustainability in the coffee industry. Participants will deepen their understanding of the C market, coffee pricing dynamics, and the key drivers of production costs and farm profitability. The course also examines alternative trade models and living income strategies, providing practical insights to support the implementation of more sustainable economic practices within their organizations or roles. This course is designed for coffee professionals seeking to integrate sustainable economic approaches into their work or to transition into roles focused on sustainability in the coffee sector.
COMPLIANCE, GOVERNANCE & REPORTING
This course provides a deep dive into the evolving landscape of sustainability requirements and legislation within the coffee sector. Participants will explore decision-making processes, understand power dynamics in different systems, and develop the skills needed for transparent and effective sustainability reporting. Designed for coffee professionals looking to integrate these crucial aspects of compliance and governance into their roles, the course offers practical tools to help organizations align with sustainability goals and demonstrate their commitment to ethical practices.
Course Catalog
This catalog details SCA Certificate Programs, core competencies, and sustainability modules, covering environmental, social, and economic challenges in the coffee value chain. It provides a structured path to equip professionals with the tools to drive meaningful change.
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