KES 15,000
FRB
Certificate
French Beans
French Beans (FRB) is a 1-month certificate course in Agribusiness, studied online, examined by Finstock Evarsity College. The full fee is KES 15,000. Finstock Evarsity College is a TVETA-accredited college in Nairobi, Kenya. The fee can be paid in a lump sum or in 3 instalments of KES 5,000.
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Overview
CERTIFICATE IN FRENCH BEAN
COURSE OVERVIEW
Certificate in French Beans offered at Finstock evarsity is a one-month online duration course. Finstock evarsity college is the examining body. The programs aim at bringing up educated, competent, and productive learners by providing specific skills needed for production to marketing of export French produce. Our education will help smallholder farmers to understand and manage farm operations in more efficient and competitive ways.
French beans, also known as snap or green beans, are a major export crop. French beans farming is fast-growing for both fresh consumption and processing. It’s not a must to become a full-time farmer to engage in this business. And you don’t need to be a landowner either. All you need to do is get mentorship from those who understand the business of exporting products, lease a piece of land near your current place of residence, hire a laborer and only visit the farm once or twice a week.
Mode of Delivery
Home and office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study material such as self – instructional study modules, online interactive devices and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures, agribusiness learning materials e.g. audiovisual and e -learning models
ADVANTAGES OF FRENCH BEAN FARMING
- French bean is an important source of income for many smallholder farmers who generally produce the crop for export to Europe.
- The crop is attractive to farmers due to its short cycle (it matures within 45 days of planting) and can be harvested three times a week for 3-5 weeks.
- French bean provides a continuous income stream to producers and, with proper farm planning, can generate income year-round.
- Due to the high returns per unit area, short production period, and regular income, export horticulture attracts higher youth participation compared to other farm-level enterprises
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Shift Supervisor
- Green bean operator
- Senior agronomist
- Planning specialist
WHAT WE OFFER
Finstock evarsity college offers a wide range of affordable online courses that are geared toward job creation as well as employment. Our courses and product offerings are categorized as online-based, degree programs, freemium courses, and premium courses.
Both freemium and premium online courses come with certificates upon completion of your career and you can register instantly and begin studying at your convenience. Enroll with one of the best online Agribusiness schools and take classes with students from all over the world. Join us at Finstock Evarsity college for the best e-learning experience.
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Quick answers
How much does French Beans cost?
The full fee for French Beans at Finstock Evarsity College is KES 15,000, made up of registration (KES 1,000) and tuition (KES 14,000).
Can I pay for French Beans in instalments?
Yes. You can pay the KES 15,000 fee for French Beans in a lump sum or in 3 instalments of KES 5,000.
How long does French Beans take?
French Beans takes 1 month.
Can I study French Beans online?
Yes. French Beans is studied online, so you can take it from anywhere.
What qualification do I get from French Beans?
French Beans is a certificate course examined and awarded by Finstock Evarsity College: learners who complete it receive a Finstock Evarsity College certificate.
When can I start French Beans?
The main intakes are in January, April and September, but there is no fixed deadline: you can start as soon as you have enrolled.
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What you will study
French Beans
- FRB001 FRENCH BEANS
Fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration | KES 1,000 |
| Tuition | KES 14,000 |
| Total | KES 15,000 |
Paying in instalments
All fees are payable in a lump sum or in instalments. The course runs over one trimester, and each trimester's fee can be paid in 3 instalments.
| Trimester | Total per trimester |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | KES 15,000 ($ 150) |
| Total | KES 15,000 ($ 150) |
The trimester fee of KES 15,000 ($ 150) is payable in 3 instalments of KES 5,000 ($ 50).
Requirements
Entry requirements
No grade required
Practical requirements
The cost of practicals, internships or industrial requirements is KES 30,000 ($ 300) and only applies to courses that require practicals.
Good to know
- All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs.
- Digital (downloadable) certificates are available. Printing and shipping of hardcopy certificate can be done at a cost of KES 2,000 ($ 20).
Instructors
- JAMES MBURU KIMANI
Frequently asked questions
The French Beans is a practical one-month certificate course offered by Finstock Evarsity College. It develops focused knowledge and applied skills in French bean varieties, soil and land preparation, planting.
The French Beans suits students, working professionals, entrepreneurs and anyone seeking practical skills in this field. It is suitable for beginners and also useful for learners strengthening existing experience.
The entry requirement for the French Beans is KCSE mean grade D- or an equivalent qualification.
You will learn French bean varieties, soil and land preparation, planting, irrigation, nutrition, pest control, harvesting, grading and market standards. The course emphasizes skills that can be applied in practical assignments, employment or enterprise.
Relevant opportunities include French bean farmer, export-crop assistant, horticulture supervisor, produce grader and agribusiness entrepreneur. Eligibility for specific jobs will also depend on your wider qualifications and experience.
Yes. The French Beans can support progression to a higher or related qualification in horticulture, export crop production, agribusiness or crop protection, subject to the chosen programme’s admission requirements.
Choose the French Beans for flexible online learning, practical course content, tutor support, a three-part fee payment option and a digital certificate after successful completion.
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