NEW: EDUSYMS STUDENT PORTAL –
AVAILABLE FROM 8 OCTOBER 2025

We are excited to announce the launch of our new EduSyms system! Starting 8 October, Companies and students will have access to a dedicated portal where they can:
  • View all their current results and academic history
  • Download important documents directly
  • Update their personal information (e.g., email address or cell phone number)
  • Access Moodle seamlessly through the portal

Your information will always be kept secure and confidential. We kindly ask all students to upload a good-quality portrait photo of themselves to the system, as this will be used for official student cards.

In addition, HR managers, training managers, and finance managers will be able to use the portal to view their students’ progress and results.

We invite everyone to explore the new system once it goes live and see how it works. This is a big step forward, and we look forward to sharing it with you!

Theoretical Courses for Wheat & Maize Milling Technology

These courses are designed to provide students with the competencies and skills necessary for effective problem-solving and decision-making in milling situations. With technical information presented in eight modules, these courses cover everything from the basic principles to the most advanced techniques…

The Trade Test Certificate for Would Be Millers

After completing Module 8 of the maize or wheat technology course, and the student is declared compliant with the Logbook and portfolio of evidence requirements, the student – under mentorship – is required to spend a further six (6) months in a program where the theory and practical components are applied in experiential “on-the-job” learning…

Advanced Technology Course (Maize & Wheat)

This course in wheat and maize milling is not an accredited course or a national qualification, i.e., Head Miller or Mill Manager, but was introduced to upgrade existing general management to focus on and establish critical competencies and skills to structure the relationship between the business functions; focus on and develop essential…

Tutorial Assistance & Technical Consulting Services

SAGMA can now offer the student on-the-spot tutorial assistance, at their mill, during the semester. The purpose of this service is to prepare the students for the semester exam by ensuring they understand the subject matter covered in the module. This can be done, preferably before the progress questions are due to be handed in or just…

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FUNCTIONS OF SAGMA

SAGMA is the South African Grain Milling Academy, a pioneering institution in the milling industry.

  • SAGMA aims to provide top-quality training and education in wheat and maize milling technology.
  • The academy administers theoretical training through distance education courses covering all aspects of milling technology.
  • SAGMA also administers the practical Trade Test for individuals seeking to become professional millers.
  • Passing the Trade Test is crucial to obtaining a highly valued milling qualification.
  • SAGMA offers an Advanced Course for experienced millers who want to expand their knowledge and stay up-to-date with industry developments.
  • The academy provides tutorial assistance and technical consulting services to help millers overcome any challenges they may face in their work.
  • SAGMA’s team of experts is always available to provide guidance and advice on various technical issues.
  • The academy plays a vital role in the development of the milling industry, ensuring it remains innovative, competitive, and successful.

LATEST NEWS

Southern African Grain Milling Academy (SAGMA)
08
Dec
Important Dates & Deadlines: First Semester 2026

The first semester starts on 5 January 2026, with the closing date for registration on 23 January 2026. The final date for any changes or deregistration is 30 January 2026. Logbooks and Portfolios of Evidence must be submitted by 25 February 2026. The closing date for assignments to be received by SAGMA is 4 March 2026, and assignment results will be released to students on Moodle on 16 April 2026. The semester exam for all modules will take place on 13 May 2026, followed by the EISA exam on 25 May 2026. Results will be released to students on 26 June 2026, and the semester concludes on 27 June 2026.

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Southern African Grain Milling Academy (SAGMA)
08
Dec
Important Dates & Deadlines: Second Semester 2026

The second semester starts on 1 July 2026, with the closing date for registration on 17 July 2026. The final date for any changes or deregistration is 24 July 2026. Logbooks and Portfolios of Evidence must be submitted by 19 August 2026. The closing date for assignments to be received by SAGMA is 26 August 2026, and assignment results will be released to students on Moodle on 7 October 2026. The semester exam for all modules will take place on 14 November 2026, followed by the EISA exam on 30 November 2026. Results will be released to students on 11 December 2026, and the semester concludes on 15 December 2026.

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Tags: Important Dates,
Southern African Grain Milling Academy (SAGMA)
23
Jun
Important Reminder: Copyright

All SAGMA’s study material, hard or digital versions, are subject to strict copyright conditions and should not be shared with unintended recipients unless those registered for the SAGMA courses.

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Tags: Copyright,

2025 ACADEMY ACHIEVEMENTS

Number of mills registered students at our academy
Students registered at SAGMA
Students successfully conducted their Trade Tests
Successful participants in the Milling for Non-Millers Course