Enhance your farm business management skills
Join FCC in partnership with Ivey Business School for an intensive 12-week virtual learning experience for the next generation of farmers.
How it works
Designed as weekly half-day sessions, the program is divided into three modules, each focusing on a key area: finance, business and leadership.
Learn from experts in the field and apply your knowledge through case studies and exercises. Throughout the program, you’ll connect with peers and collaborate on group work.
Note: This program requires a time commitment and work outside the virtual sessions.
COST: $200
Registration deadline: December 15, 2025, or until all spots are filled.
DATES AND SCHEDULE: All courses are virtual.
Cohort 1:
January 6 | Orientation (12:30-2:30 p.m.) |
January 9-March 27 | Weekly Sessions (12:30-4:30 p.m.) |
April 4 | Final Reflections & Closing Ceremony (12:30-2:30 p.m.) |
Cohort 2:
January 12 | Orientation (3:30-5:30 p.m.) |
January 14-April 1 | Weekly Sessions (3:30-7:30 p.m.) |
April 8 | Final Reflections & Closing Ceremony (3:30-5:30 p.m.) |
Course outline (weekly sessions)
Session | Topic |
|---|---|
1 | Understanding farm financial statements |
2 | Understanding cost of production and making financial projections |
3 | Long-term investment decisions |
4 | Marketing |
5 | Putting together the financial business plan |
6 | Operational resource management |
7 | Strategy business model canvas |
8 | Change management |
9 | Negotiations |
10 | Farm governance |
11 | Leadership and followership |
12 | Leading teams |