A message from the Chairman-elect

“Investing in the future of our rural landscapes means investing in you. We’re seeking passionate individuals from all backgrounds, ready to lead and innovate. Don’t let financial barriers hold you back. We’re committed to leveraging our network and resources to ensure our high value courses are accessible to everyone who can make a real impact.”

Peter Greig,
Chairman-elect, Farmers Company Education Committee

Are you ready to take your career or business to the next level? Our courses are designed to help you do just that, whatever stage of career you’re at. Do you want to inspire your team to be the best they can be, hone your business acumen, and develop the confidence to invigorate and shape a business that’s fit for the future? Whatever your aspirations, our courses will help you to achieve them.

Choosing the right WCF course for you

The Worshipful Company of Farmers is proud to promote the range of courses below. For each one of them there is a brief synopsis, and everything you need to start your journey.

Summary of our Educational Portfolio

COURSE
NUMBER
APPLICATION DEADLINE
INTERVIEW
START DATE
LOCATION
2025 Agricultural Business Management
74th
30/04/2025
08/07/25 to 09/07/25
From 27/10/25 online; 09/11/25 to 22/11/25 residential
Stonehouse
2026 Challenge of Rural Leadership
29th
31/07/2025
10/09/25 to 11/09/25
18/01/26 to 30/01/26 residential
Dartington Hall, Totnes
Business Growth Programme
Throughout the year
At briefing days
February and September each year
Cranfield Business School
MBA
Throughout the year
Throughout the year
September
Cranfield Business School
Executive MBA
Throughout the year
Throughout the year
January
Cranfield Business School