Short Courses
The Centre for Professional Development offers a range of short courses throughout the year ranging from one day to one week course through to the Marcus Oldham Rural Leadership Program.
Please view all upcoming short courses below.
Please email jeffrey@marcusoldham.vic.edu.au to discuss upcoming opportunities.
Upcoming Short Courses
Overview
This two-day course on Ag Sales: Strategies for Success is designed to provide agribusiness professionals with essential skills and techniques for effective sales in the agricultural sector. Focusing on relationship-building, strategic selling, and value-based communication, the course empowers participants to meet the unique demands of ag sales. Through interactive workshops, real-world case studies, and role-playing, attendees will learn how to engage clients, build long-term trust, and create compelling value propositions that resonate with the agricultural market. Participants will leave equipped with the skills to build relationships, communicate effectively and close sales confidently.
Dates
June 11 – 12, 2025
Cost
$2500 (includes all course materials, morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch)
Location
Holiday Inn, Geelong
(Accommodation available by calling)
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for sales professionals, account managers, business development representatives, and anyone in the agribusiness sector looking to improve their sales effectiveness.
Upon completion, you will earn a Certificate of Completion from the Marcus Oldham College Centre for Professional Development.
Overview
The Agribusiness Supply Chain Solutions course is designed to equip agribusiness owners and professionals with a comprehensive understanding of supply chain management within the agricultural sector. Participants will explore strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency, enhance profitability, and strengthen their business’s position and relationships within the supply chain, supported by real-world examples.
Dates
June 12 – 14, 2025
Cost
$2500 (includes all course materials, morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch)
Location
Holiday Inn, Geelong
(Accommodation available by calling)
Who is this course for?
This course is tailored for agribusiness owners, agribusiness professionals, sales teams, and decision-makers looking to elevate and strengthen their agri supply chains, business and position within them.
Upon completion, you will earn a Certificate of Completion from the Marcus Oldham College Centre for Professional Development.
Overview
This three-day course on Commodity Pricing & Hedging in Agribusiness provides professionals with an in-depth understanding of market dynamics, risk management strategies, and tools for effective pricing and hedging. The course is tailored for those involved in managing agricultural commodities, where price volatility and market risks can significantly impact profitability. Participants will explore key principles of commodity pricing, learn about futures and options markets, and develop practical hedging strategies to stabilize revenue and minimize risk exposure. By the end of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of commodity pricing mechanism and practical hedging strategies. Participants will be equipped to navigate market uncertainties and make informed decisions to strengthen financial outcomes.
Dates
June 16 – 18, 2025
Cost
$3750 (includes all course materials, morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch)
Location
Quest Apartments, Dubbo, NSW
(Accommodation available by calling)
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for agribusiness managers, traders, financial officers, and producers who want to enhance their understanding of commodity pricing and gain confidence in implementing hedging strategies.
Upon completion, you will earn a Certificate of Completion from the Marcus Oldham College Centre for Professional Development.