Q Grader Course UAE
Master coffee cupping, sensory evaluation, coffee grading, and the modern Coffee Value Assessment framework through a six-day professional certification course. Enroll Now
Course Date
08 June 2026 – 13 June 2026
Timing
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Venue
DMCC Coffee Centre
Focus
Coffee Value Assessment
Become a Certified Q Grader
Q Grader Course UAE is one of the most respected coffee evaluation programs in the specialty coffee industry. It is designed for coffee professionals who want to evaluate, describe, and communicate coffee quality with professional precision.
Built around the SCA Coffee Value Assessment (CVA), this course helps learners understand coffee quality beyond a single score by combining sensory science, physical assessment, market relevance, and value communication across the coffee supply chain.
What You Will Learn
| Advanced Coffee Cupping | Develop professional cupping and sensory evaluation skills. |
| Coffee Value Assessment | Understand modern CVA principles and applications. |
| Physical Assessment | Evaluate green coffee attributes and quality indicators. |
| Descriptive Assessment | Identify and communicate flavor, aroma, body, and aftertaste. |
| Affective Assessment | Understand coffee quality from multiple market perspectives. |
| Extrinsic Assessment | Evaluate value beyond the cup, including origin, process, story, and sustainability. |
Why This Course Matters
The coffee industry is evolving — and coffee grading is evolving with it. Today’s coffee professionals need more than traditional cupping skills. They need the ability to evaluate quality consistently, understand value across different market contexts, and communicate coffee attributes clearly.
Buyers
More nuanced data for sourcing decisions beyond score.
Roasters
Better understanding of coffee characteristics and intended use.
Producers
Recognition for unique practices, processing methods, and sustainability efforts.
Consumers
Clearer communication about coffee quality, value, and origin.
Who Should Join?
This course is ideal for professionals pursuing advanced skills in coffee quality control, sourcing, cupping, grading, and sensory analysis.
Coffee Buyer
Coffee Trader
Coffee Roaster
Quality Assessor
Product Developer
Sensory Scientist
Head Cupper
Quality Control Manager
Head of Procurement
Sustainable Sourcing Manager
Course Overview
| Day | Focus |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Course orientation, cupping foundations, and physical coffee evaluation. |
| Day 2 | Descriptive assessment, aroma recognition, and sensory calibration. |
| Day 3 | Triangulation, taste identification, and roasting defect analysis. |
| Day 4 | Affective assessment and market-based coffee quality evaluation. |
| Day 5 | Extrinsic assessment, value communication, and applied testing. |
| Day 6 | Real-world application, value discovery, and final assessment opportunities. |
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Register for the Q Grader Course UAE
Earn one of the most respected certifications in coffee and position yourself among professionals shaping sourcing, quality, and opportunities throughout the global specialty coffee value chain. Enroll Now
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Q Grader Course UAE?
The Q Grader Course UAE is a professional coffee certification program focused on coffee cupping, sensory evaluation, coffee grading, and Coffee Value Assessment.
When is the Q Grader Course in UAE?
The Q Grader Course will run from 08 June 2026 to 13 June 2026, from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Where will the Q Grader Course be held?
The course will be held at DMCC Coffee Centre in Dubai, UAE.
Who should attend the Q Grader Course?
The course is ideal for coffee buyers, traders, roasters, sensory professionals, quality control managers, procurement teams, and coffee professionals pursuing advanced coffee evaluation skills.
What is Coffee Value Assessment?
Coffee Value Assessment is a modern coffee evaluation framework that looks beyond a single score by considering sensory quality, physical attributes, market relevance, and value across the coffee supply chain. How do.
I register for the Q Grader Course UAE?
You can register by completing the enrollment form linked on this page. The team will review your details and contact you with the next steps.