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“I encourage people to take courses at Oaksterdam if they plan to be in this industry. They are worth every penny.”
Keegan
“I took your curriculum in 2010 and 2011 then got my bachelor’s degree in horticulture! It initiated my career in cannabis and I'm so happy it did.”
Noah
I liked Oaksterdam University in particular because of the system that allows students to re-take quizzes and mastery checkpoints, so you can really absorb the information you're trying to learn. I also especially enjoyed the Live Business of Cannabis Capstone...
Zach
I liked the self paced course through Oaksterdam. That really makes it feel less overwhelming like some courses. I also enjoyed learning more about the early prohibition and politics that went into making cannabis a schedule 1 drug. As well as bringing new knowledge...
James Bagnall
Work inventory at a factory, they paid for me to take this course. I appreciated them extending that to me and giving me that opportunity. I want to use the scholarship to make it easier for people to access cannabis as a form of medicine and to maybe break down this...
Raina
I appreciate the subject matter experts who presented to us on a range of subjects. You can tell that they really care about the plant, the people, and their work. Learning with other students who are local and out of state was useful to understand the varying...

You’re Invited – Los Angeles Cannabis Unite Summer Edition
The public is invited to attend the largest summertime business and professional development networking event to learn about cannabis careers, business opportunities, and meet industry leaders, manufacturers, cultivators, operators, licensees and employers at LA Cannabis Unite Summer Edition, hosted by the Los Angeles Department of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) on Saturday, June 17 at 3:00 PM at the historic Mayfair Hotel.

5 Things to Look for When Shopping for Extracts
Badder, budder, crumble, shatter, sauce, diamonds. What does it all mean, and how do you know what to select?
Choosing a cannabis concentrate can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. With a little research and planning, you can find the perfect concentrate for your needs.
Here, Dr. Stefanie Gangano, co-chair of Oaksterdam University’s Extracts and Manufacturing department, share five things to consider when choosing an extract …
M
The network of instructors employed to lead the subjects involved in each course is what I enjoyed and appreciated the most. I took both the Business of Cannabis and Horticulture Live Semesters and the teachers in both courses were amazing! The wealth of knowledge and...
Christine
The business course at Oaksterdam University offers participants a thorough and beneficial introduction to the cannabis industry, emphasizing both the value of activism and the industry's rich history. As a former student, I appreciated the comprehensive curriculum,...