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Certified Automation Tools Specialist

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CATS)

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Executive Summary

Certified Automation Tools Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Automation Tools Specialist (CATS) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in human resource management, talent development and organisational effectiveness.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CATS holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Automation Tools Specialist
Acronym
CATS
Category
Human Resources
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 449
Live Virtual
USD 649
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • HR Managers and Directors
  • HR Business Partners
  • Learning and Development Managers
  • Employee Relations and OD Specialists
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards CHRO and senior people-management roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex human resource management functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement human resource management systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to human resource management
Global Employability
Qualify for human resource management roles across multinationals, NGOs and international organisations worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Automation Tool Ecosystems
✦API Automation Tools
✦Document Automation Tools
✦Low-Code Automation
✦Tool Configuration
✦Tool Security
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

Core CurriculumModules 1–20 · specific to Certified Automation Tools Specialist · module 20 is the capstone
1
Automation Tool Ecosystems
Digital transformation and technology adoption in practice · Computing fundamentals and IT concepts · The role of IT in business and value creation
2
Workflow Automation Platforms
Planning, scheduling and personal workflow systems · IT service management and support operations · Business continuity and disaster recovery
3
Integration Platforms
Digital financial services, mobile money and agent networks · Digital ethics and algorithmic accountability · Building digital capability in an organisation
4
API Automation Tools
Field data collection: tools, enumerators and data quality at source · Clean code and design patterns · Cost and profitability analysis
5
RPA Toolsets
Software delivery: requirements, iteration and technical quality · Data visualisation for finance · Decision support and insight
6
Data Automation Tools
Field data collection: tools, enumerators and data quality at source · Attachment and developmental theory · Databases and persistence
7
Document Automation Tools
Records, documents and information governance · Evidence-based improvement · Managing risk and difficult cases
8
Scheduling Automation
Production and operations control: flow, scheduling and bottlenecks · Ethics in communications · Ethics and suitability
9
No-Code Automation
Digital transformation and technology adoption in practice · Digital and self-service transformation · Data-driven and personalised banking
10
Low-Code Automation
Digital transformation and technology adoption in practice · Loyalty programmes and rewards · Performance management in service
11
Automation Connectors
Executive leadership: the board interface and enterprise stewardship · IT operations and service management · Growing value through service
12
Trigger and Action Architecture
Operating models: how an organisation actually gets work done · Project governance and risk · Designing the project plan and schedule
13
Tool Configuration
Supply chain design: configuration, trade-offs and cost to serve · Human-centred design, usability and accessibility · Building a customer-centric culture
14
Automation Testing
Marketing measurement, analytics and return · Contract governance and compliance · Regulatory compliance and licensing
15
Automation Debugging
Digital transformation and technology adoption in practice · Global and comparative HR contexts · Cost, performance and capacity management
16
Tool Security
Security fundamentals: assets, threats and proportionate control · ERP platforms and vendors · Vendor and partner management
17
Tool Performance Monitoring
Monitoring systems: what to collect, how often, and who uses it · Sustainability reporting and disclosure · Embedding sustainability in sourcing
18
Automation Governance
IT governance, compliance and data protection obligations · Public, private and non-profit governance · Public speaking and thought leadership
19
Tool Selection Frameworks
Resourcing and selection: attracting, assessing and deciding · Deep learning and neural networks · The machine learning lifecycle and MLOps
20
Automation Tools Practicum
Strategic analysis tools and their honest limits · Cryptography, PKI and key management · Managing technology teams and technical work
Professional ElectivesModules 21–30 · common to all GLI certifications · broaden your professional range
21
Strategic Communication and Executive Presentation
Audience-centred communication and message structure · Presentation design: architecture, visuals and data · Public speaking: rhetoric, delivery and managing anxiety
22
Leadership and Team Effectiveness
Leadership and management: two jobs, one role · Building teams: roles, norms and re-forming after change · Delegation levels and the authority-accountability match
23
Analytical Thinking and Evidence-Based Reasoning
Structuring information: patterns, comparison and synthesis · Evidence, sources and the correlation trap · Reasoning with data: statistics, metrics and misleading figures
24
Professional Decision-Making
Decision quality: criteria, alternatives and trade-offs · Decision frameworks: criteria, weighting and trade-offs · Decision governance: authority, documentation and review
25
Negotiation, Influence and Stakeholder Management
Negotiation: preparation, interests and value creation · Influence and persuasion: credibility, framing and ethics · Deadlock, difficult counterparts and negotiation ethics
26
Project and Execution Management
Project start-up: mobilisation in the first ninety days · Change adoption: making a strategy stick in practice · Planning, scheduling and personal workflow systems
27
Financial Literacy for Professionals
Reading the numbers: what financial statements tell a manager · Budgets, costs and the money conversation · Strategic finance: cash, capital structure and value creation
28
Digital Skills, AI and Technology for Professionals
Working with AI tools professionally · Working with data: quality, interpretation and honest presentation · Everyday security: information, devices and social engineering
29
Ethics, Governance and Professional Accountability
Values, ethical judgement and tolerated behaviour · Governance and accountability for the professional · Accountability, initiative and professional reputation
30
Personal Effectiveness, Productivity and Career Growth
Priority: outcomes, importance and the urgency trap · Attention, focus and the cost of interruption · Career development, adaptability and personal reinvention

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Workflow Automation Platforms — applied to your own work
  • Integration Platforms — applied to your own work
  • API Automation Tools — applied to your own work
  • RPA Toolsets — applied to your own work
  • Data Automation Tools — applied to your own work
  • Document Automation Tools — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CATS certification?

The Certified Automation Tools Specialist is a professional certification awarded by the Global Leadership Institute. It covers 20 core modules specific to Automation Tools Specialist, culminating in the capstone “Automation Tools Practicum”, plus 10 professional elective modules common to all GLI certifications. Candidates study through the online portal, submit the capstone project and sit a final examination; those who pass receive a verifiable certificate carrying a unique certificate ID.

Who should enrol in the CATS?

This certification is ideal for HR Managers and Directors, HR Business Partners, Learning and Development Managers and Employee Relations and OD Specialists, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in human resource management, talent development and organisational effectiveness with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CATS certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CATS internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CATS certification?

The Certified Automation Tools Specialist is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 449 and Live Virtual at USD 649. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CATS certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CATS?

The Certified Automation Tools Specialist is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CATS?

The Certified Automation Tools Specialist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CATS while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CATS?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CATS strengthens your expertise in human resource management, talent development and organisational effectiveness and positions you for advancement across multinationals, NGOs and international organisations.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

HR Director
Private Sector
“

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

People Manager
NGO Sector
“

I earned my CATS while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Talent Lead
Government
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