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Live Cannabis Business Management

Original price was: $1,599.00.Current price is: $1,299.00.

Unlock the skills to excel in cannabis business management. Oaksterdam University’s Business Management certification is your pathway to mastering the operations of cannabis companies. Crafted for those who want to manage licensed cannabis businesses without being an owner or entrepreneur.

Who Should Enroll?

  • Dispensary Managers: Enhance your leadership skills with a deeper understanding of regulations, staff management, and budgeting to stay compliant and thrive.
  • Cultivation Managers: Refine your ability to select cultivars and improve efficiency in operations, ensuring crop health and business profitability.
  • Edibles Company Owners: Get the tools to manage safety, marketing, and supply chains in the unique world of cannabis-infused products.
  • Marketing Managers: Learn the intricacies of cannabis branding and marketing to help cannabis businesses build loyal customers and stay competitive.
  • Operations Managers: Optimize your operational processes, reduce waste, and implement best practices for quality assurance in the cannabis industry.

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Why Choose This Program?

Oaksterdam University is trusted by industry leaders, MBAs, and policy experts. Our continuously updated curriculum provides a deep dive into the cannabis business landscape. With real-world applications and a focus on compliance, this certification is ideal for those managing operations in the cannabis industry.

Key Benefits:

  • Build compliance into your operations: Understand the legal complexities of cannabis, from federal prohibition to state regulations, and how to build compliance into your business's standard operating procedures.
  • Implement Best Management Practices: Gain the knowledge to manage staff, improve hygiene, ensure safety, and maintain security.
  • Drive Business Success: Learn how to manage finances, oversee operations, and build a strong business foundation for growth.
  • Advance Your Career: Whether you're a dispensary manager or operations lead, this certification equips you with essential management skills to thrive in the cannabis sector.
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Length of Access to the Program:

Through December 15, 2025

Total Courses in the Program:

10 Classes

Time to complete the Program:

25 Hours of Virtual Class Time

Program Curriculum

Business Management

Master operational processes, licensing, financial management, standard operating procedures, and ethical operations.

Branding & Marketing

Identify the laws and best practices for cannabis marketing, including content restrictions on social media.

US Cannabis Laws

Navigate the complex landscape of federal, state, and local cannabis laws.

 

The Cannabis Supply Chain

Understand the concept of a supply chain and how laws and regulations shape it in the cannabis industry.

Safety & Security

Implement robust security protocols and emergency response plans.

Public Health & Hygiene for Management

 Learn staff and facility hygiene strategies to maintain a healthy work environment.

Cultivar Selection for Management

Dive into the science of cannabis genetics to make informed decisions about cultivars.

The Effects of Cannabis & Consumer Safety

Understand cannabis effects on health and safety, with best practices for consumer education.

Economics of the Cannabis Industry

Gain a solid understanding of economic concepts and their application to the cannabis industry.

Products, Methods of Ingestion & Dosing

Learn about traditional and modern cannabis extraction products and how different methods of ingestion and dosing influence effects.

The Hemp Industry

Examine the trends, science, and regulatory landscape for hemp and how to reduce risk

Advocacy

Learn advocacy techniques, strategies, and best practices, and understand the impact of federal policy changes.

Ready to Level Up?

The cannabis industry needs strong, knowledgeable leaders. Oaksterdam University offers the expertise you need to succeed. Get started today with self-paced material, and live classes begin on September 10th!

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When are live classes held?

Live classes are on Wednesdays, September 24–December 3:
● Pacific: 9:30 am–12:00 pm
● Mountain: 10:30 am–1:00 pm
● Central: 11:30 am–2:00 pm
● Eastern: 12:30–3:00 pm

Live Class Schedule
Date Class Title
On-Demand Fall 2025 Semester Orientation
9/24 Cultivar Selection
10/1 The Effects of Cannabis & Consumer Safety
10/8 Products, Methods of Ingestion & Dosing
10/15 US Cannabis Laws
10/22 The Hemp Industry
10/29 The Supply Chain
11/5 Business Management
11/12 Economics of the Cannabis Industry
11/19 Branding & Marketing
11/26 Thanksgiving Holiday – No Class
12/3 Safety & Security

About Our
Self-Paced Courses

Oaksterdam’s self-paced courses can be taken anywhere at any time. Our curriculum was developed by the industry’s leading experts and is regularly updated to consider new industry trends, laws, regulations, and technology. Find out why so many of the cannabis industry’s leaders started here.

Certification Sets
You Apart

Shorter and more focused than a four-year degree program, Oaksterdam’s Certification Programs target occupational training that shows employers you’re prepared to do the job.  Trusted worldwide, we provide students multiple career paths and networking opportunities in the cannabis industry.

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