Bunna School: Pioneering Sustainable Coffee Education in Ethiopia
As part of the „Sustainability and Value Added in Agricultural Supply Chains (SUVASE)“ project, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) proudly presents the Bunna School, a groundbreaking initiative designed by IMAP GmbH and YA COFFEE, with Wunderbyte as a key technical and online-didactic partner. Wunderbyte has ensured the seamless integration of learning content into a virtual environment, enhancing the platform’s accessibility and effectiveness.
Where Coffee Meets Excellence in Education
This innovative digital platform aims to enhance sustainability within the coffee supply chain by offering comprehensive coffee education and skills development to coffee professionals, SMEs, and entrepreneurs across the supply and value chains.
The Bunna School initiative is a crucial step towards supporting Ethiopia’s coffee sector reform agenda, ensuring that stakeholders from various segments of the industry gain access to essential knowledge and skills. With a focus on sustainability, the platform will serve as an invaluable resource for those involved in the coffee industry, from farmers to exporters.
Pilot Phase: November 2023 – July 2024
The pilot phase of Bunna School is set to run from November 2023 until July 2024 and will feature three meticulously designed courses:
- The Ethiopian Coffee System: Delving into the intricacies of Ethiopia’s coffee industry, this course offers a comprehensive overview of the nation’s coffee production and supply chain. The course is designed for self-paced learning, with English as the medium of instruction. Learners will determine their own pace, with a minimum engagement of 24 hours. However, the course encourages further exploration of subjects for additional learning and adaptation to one’s business and career development strategies.
- Coffee Sensory Analysis: Equipping participants with the skills to evaluate coffee quality through sensory analysis, this 7-day course is essential for anyone looking to excel in coffee tasting and grading. There are endless flavor notes to coffee, which can be observed through a technique called coffee cupping. This course introduces learners to the fine art of coffee tasting and is held in a blended learning scenario, with content presented online and in face-to-face (f2f) events. The blended learning format alternates between online and f2f units.
- Export Planning: Providing vital knowledge on the logistics and regulatory aspects of coffee export, this course is designed to help entrepreneurs and SMEs navigate the complexities of international trade. This self-study course allows learners to view and work through the content at their own pace. Learners will be responsible for scheduling themself to complete the course within the designated time frame.
Join the Bunna School Community
Participation in these courses is free of charge during the pilot phase, with a goal to enroll a total of 1,000 students on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to advance your skills and contribute to a more sustainable future for Ethiopia’s coffee sector. Be part of the Bunna School community!
For more information, visit bunnaschool.com or contact our support team.