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The school

Shaping the Elite
of the Cocoa Industry.

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Why CDC?

Ivory Coast is the world’s leading cocoa producer, yet the shortage of skilled professionals continues to limit its full industrial growth. Our mission is to address this critical need by providing practical solutions to local manufacturers and entrepreneurs.

Our Training Pillars

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Top level Expertise

Specialized knowledge shared by seasoned industry experts.

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Top level Expertise

Specialized knowledge shared by seasoned industry experts.

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Tailored Training Programs

Training programs tailored to the specific challenges of each individual or organization.

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Tailored Training Programs

Training programs tailored to the specific challenges of each individual or organization.

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Hands-On Learning

A learning approach centered on real-world situations and practical case studies.

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Hands-On Learning

A learning approach centered on real-world situations and practical case studies.

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Holistic Perspective

A comprehensive understanding of every aspect of the industry: sustainability, food safety, finance, and logistics.

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Holistic Perspective

A comprehensive understanding of every aspect of the industry: sustainability, food safety, finance, and logistics.

An Official Framework for Your Success.

CDC is a private vocational training firm duly accredited by the Ministry of Technical Education, Vocational Training, and Apprenticeship under Order No. 0885.

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OUR VISION

At CDC, we believe that the future of the cocoa industry relies on people. More than a training center, we are a bridge between global industrial expertise and local ambition. Our mission is to develop every talented individual into an expert capable of sustainably adding value to “the brown gold,” from the farm to the creation of exceptional finished products.

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The Steering Committee

Exceptional Scientific Leadership.

Our programs go beyond theoretical courses. They are designed and overseen by an exceptional steering committee that ensures the scientific and technical rigor of our instruction.

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    M. Benjamin Bessi

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    DR Yo Tiemoko

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    DR Berte Kama

Our Industry Experts

Industry Experts at the Heart of CDC Training.

Under the strategic supervision of the Steering Committee, our Industry Experts form the educational core of CDC. They teach directly in our modules, sharing specialized, practical knowledge grounded in the realities of the cocoa industry. Lead Trainers may provide additional support within a progressive, selective, and supervised framework.

Our ambition is to provide every participant with rigorous training led by experienced professionals.

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FAQs

Any questions?

Everything you need to know to prepare for your professional development journey with CDC.

Who are your training programs designed for?

Do I need to already work in the cocoa industry to join CDC?

Are the courses offered only in person?

Do you issue a certificate upon completion of the training program?

How does CDC support participants in entering the workforce?

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An engineer adjusts a machine to prepare the tempering process