This paper presents an innovative academic initiative developed by the University of Alicante, in collaboration with Miguel Hernández University (Spain) and the Technological Institute of Antioquia (Colombia): the Expert Course in Cannabis Industry and Digital Agronomy. Designed as a postgraduate program (17 ECTS) with an on-line format, the course addresses the growing demand for specialized training in the cannabis value chain by combining agronomic, technological, regulatory, and business-oriented approaches.

The curriculum is structured into six comprehensive modules:
(1) Foundations of the Cannabis Industry,
(2) Digital Transformation and Enabling Technologies,
(3) Indoor and Outdoor Cultivation Practices,
(4) Post-Harvest Processing and Medical Applications,
(5) Business Models, Market Analysis and Distribution, and
(6) Legal Framework and Licensing.

The learning methodology is based on active learning, flipped classroom strategies, real-world case studies, and interdisciplinary teamwork. A one-week intensive in-person session complements the online activities, including hands-on workshops in greenhouses, laboratories, and research centers.

A key innovation of the course is the integration of digital technologies applied to agriculture and traceability. Students are introduced to Internet of Things (IoT) platforms for environmental monitoring, QR-based traceability systems, open-source software, and low-code. AI tools that facilitate process automation and decision-making in smart farming environments. These components enable learners to gain practical competencies in the design and deployment of digital solutions tailored to cannabis production, while also addressing sustainability, ethics, and data governance.

The program is taught by a multidisciplinary team of 26 researchers and 17 external professionals from the fields of agronomy, health sciences, law, engineering, and business. It is targeted at graduates and professionals from diverse backgrounds, including biotechnology, pharmacy, environmental sciences, engineering, business, and law—whether or not they have previous experience in the cannabis sector.

After two successful editions, the course has demonstrated high levels of student satisfaction, strong engagement, and positive academic and professional outcomes. Participants have reported significant skill acquisition, valuable networking, and direct applicability of the training in research projects, startup development, and regulatory consultancy. These results validate the course as a pioneering model in Europe and Latin America for addressing the complex challenges of the cannabis sector through higher education.

This communication aims to share the pedagogical design, technological tools, implementation experience, and evaluation results of the course. It also reflects on the role of universities as drivers of innovation, policy dialogue, and responsible development in emerging sectors such as medicinal and industrial cannabis. By combining education, technology, and international collaboration, the program offers a replicable model for interdisciplinary and applied learning aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Keywords: Active learning, flipped classroom strategies, real-work case studies, interdisciplinary teamwork, Internet of Things, traceability systems, open-source software, low-code.