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Circular Economy Principles
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of the circular economy, emphasizing its role as a sustainable alternative to the traditional linear economic model. Participants will explore key strategies such as eco-design, reuse, recycling, and regenerative practices, with a focus on the agri-food sector, including wine, olive oil, and cereal production. The course…
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Waste Management
Learn to identify, analyze, and eliminate waste in production and supply chains using lean manufacturing principles, efficient logistics planning, and real-world applications. Enhance sustainability and efficiency in your organization.
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Change Management
The goal of this course in change management is for students to acquire knowledge to be able to practically uncover and carry out practical exercises so that they are better equipped to implement necessary changes to a circular practice.
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Business Models Adaptation
This course explores circular economy principles in agriculture, focusing on resource efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable business models. It covers EU regulations, funding opportunities, and innovative practices like renewable energy and regenerative agriculture. Case studies highlight successful implementations across sectors like olive oil, wine, and rice. Participants will learn strategies to enhance sustainability, competitiveness, and…
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Circular Economy, Digital Transformation, Innovation Management, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Sustainable LeadershipInnovation Management and Interdisciplinary Research
This course equips learners with practical tools and strategies to manage innovation, lead interdisciplinary teams, and apply digital transformation within circular economy projects, fostering sustainable impact across diverse sectors.
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Agricultural Sustainability, Beneficial Microorganisms, Biofertilizers, Organic Fertilizers, Plant NutritionBiofertilisers
This course is designed to provide information on biofertilisers and biostimulants. It introduces the students to the definition of biofertilisers, where does the need to use biofertilisers come from and its importance in the nature. The course is based in the beneficial characteristics of the biofertilisers and its importance to maintain a healthy environment.
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Biogas
This course is designed to provide basic information on biogas and its origin and uses. Biogas is a renewable energy solution derived from organic waste. By understanding its fundamentals, origins and diverse applications, students will gain valuable insights into how biogas contributes to a circular economy.
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Economics, Resilience and Diversification
This course introduces the principles of the circular economy, focusing on economic viability, technological advancements, and their application in agriculture. Learners will develop strategies to build resilience, diversify income streams, and implement sustainable practices, supported by real-world case studies, practical exercises, and collaborative projects.
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Organizational Skills
This course on Organisational Skills focuses on people management, employee awareness, training, and leadership roles in sustainability and innovation. It covers circular economy principles, agri-tech advancements, and strategies for integrating sustainable practices in agricultural businesses.
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Communities of Practice (CoP), Critical Thinking, Explicit Knowledge, Human Capital, Knowledge Management, Open Management, Organizational Learning, Relational Capital, Tacit Knowledge, Transversal SkillsOpen Management Style
The “Open Management Style” course supports agricultural businesses’ transition to a circular economy, developing skills in knowledge management, organizational learning, and transversal competencies for sustainable agriculture.