Value Chain Training
ACDI/VOCA conducts trainings in the value chain approach and its applications for USAID mission and project staff. Implementing organizations interested in learning about the value chain approach can also contract ACDI/VOCA to deliver customized training. As a result of this training, participants are able to use the value chain approach as a tool for understanding trends in global markets and conditions under which micro- and small enterprises can contribute to and benefit from the increased competitiveness that globalization brings.
Training covers the following major topics:
- analyzing the structure and dynamics of value chains
- developing strategies to overcome constraints and increase value chain competitiveness
- catalyzing private-sector stakeholders to collaborate for improved industry performance
Participants will learn key concepts, tools and guidelines relating to the value chain approach. The training will cover the principles of value chain analysis and methods by which the value chain framework can be used to increase industry competitiveness, economic growth and poverty reduction.
The training includes examples of how the value chain framework can be integrated into program design. It uses case studies to guide participants through the process of industry selection, value chain analysis, identification of potential interventions, development of a competitiveness strategy and drafting of an implementation plan. The training prepares the participant to lead a value chain analysis team, develop through a participatory process a strategy for competitiveness, and facilitate a stakeholder workshop to articulate an action plan.
ACDI/VOCA Value Chain Training Brochure (PDF, 1 MB)
For more information, please contact Hannah Schiff at hschiff@acdivoca.org.