How long does this certification take?

The programme is 11 Weeks and can be completed at your own pace through our self-paced online option, or alongside live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are internationally recognised and carry CPD credits, making them valuable for career advancement worldwide.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification, suitable for professionals with relevant experience or background in the field.

You can enrol by emailing info@certifications.ac, contacting us via WhatsApp at +254 722 223 084, or filling the enrolment form below.

Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Professional (CCSRP)...

Executive Summary

Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Professional

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Professional (CCSRP) 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 CCSRP 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 Corporate Social Responsibility Professional

Acronym

CCSRP

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

✦Talent Acquisition, Resourcing and Onboarding

✦Learning, Development and Talent Management

✦Performance, Reward and Employee Relations

✦HR Strategy, Analytics and Workforce Planning

✦Employment Law, Compliance and HR Governance

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Professional

Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Professional: industry context, trends and professional standards · Corporate governance principles and purpose · Governance, risk and compliance (GRC) · The regulatory and legal environment

2

ESG Governance and Board Oversight

Board reporting that produces decisions · Risk assessment without theatre · Assurance mapping and avoiding duplicated effort · Independence and objectivity

3

Materiality and What to Report

ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Board effectiveness and the quality of board information · Policy that changes behaviour · Regulatory impact assessment

4

Measuring Before Claiming

ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Internal control design and testing · Assurance mapping and avoiding duplicate assurance · External audit and oversight

5

The Governance Leg

Board effectiveness and the quality of board information · Conflicts of interest and related-party transactions · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Whistleblowing and speak-up channels

6

Environmental Compliance and Permits

Environmental compliance and impact assessment · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Regulatory mapping and horizon scanning · Reporting and disclosure tools

7

Impact Assessment and Consultation

Environmental compliance and impact assessment · Governance in state, donor-funded and family-owned entities · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Crisis and reputation communication

8

Public and Donor Context

Policy and public engagement · Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Real estate regulation, licensing and professional conduct · Procurement and asset management under donor rules

9

Standards and Certification

Data quality and stewardship · Time-to-hire, quality-of-hire and cost metrics · Data quality, integration and master data · Environmental management systems (ISO 14001)

10

Governance and Compliance

Governance in different ownership models · Regulatory mapping and obligations · Enterprise risk management (ERM) · Managing regulator relationships

11

Legal and Regulatory

Consent, rights and data subject requests · Risk, legal and feasibility analysis · Contract governance and compliance · Contract performance management after award

12

Financial Oversight

Trade finance instruments and documentary risk · Financial inclusion, agency banking and mobile money · Ration formulation and least-cost feeding · Financial inclusion strategy

13

Risk and Resilience

Risk appetite translated into usable limits · Integrated and sustainability reporting · Dynamic and site-specific risk assessment · Risk registers and monitoring

14

Data, Records and Reporting

Building trust through data governance · Monitoring, evaluation and reporting · Data protection and privacy · Control design, testing and the evidence of operation

15

Stakeholders and Oversight

Stakeholder engagement plan · Stakeholder and impact analysis · Regulatory change management and horizon scanning · The regulatory landscape and central banking

16

Leadership and Decisions

Influencing and advising leaders · Investigations, whistleblowing and case management · Earned value management · Vendor selection and management

17

People and Conduct

Fair treatment and market conduct · Career and talent development · Capability and skills frameworks · Ethics, confidentiality and professional conduct in HR

18

Operations and Quality

Quality control and continuous improvement · Integrated risk and quality control · Data quality and governance · Professional standards and ethics

19

Programmes and Change

Building a compliance programme that can be tested · Data visualisation for finance · Decision support and insight · Implementation planning and risk management

20

Technology and Systems

Digital ethics and responsible AI · Cybersecurity governance · GRC platforms and technology · GRC technology and continuous monitoring

21

Third Parties and Procurement

Where procurement leverage actually comes from · Procure-to-pay control and the three-way match · Attachment and developmental theory · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution

22

Sustainability and ESG

ESG principles and frameworks · Sustainability strategy and materiality · Environmental governance and climate risk · Sustainability standards (GRI, ISSB)

23

Communication and Disclosure

Managing sensitive disclosures · Professional report writing and presentation · Influencing and presenting insights · Professional and persuasive communication

24

Strategic Context

Competition and antitrust · Negotiation strategy and planning · Supplier market analysis and competition · Strategic customer relationships

25

Workforce Governance

The customer experience (CX) discipline · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Financial modelling and forecasting discipline · Discipline, conduct and fair-process management

26

International and Sanctions

Sanctions screening and PEP management · Foreign exchange exposure and cross-border banking · Managing trade-offs and dilemmas · Transfer pricing and international tax

27

Market Conduct

Balancing business and consumer interests · Customer journey and experience design · KYC, customer due diligence and transaction monitoring · Conduct risk, fair treatment and responsible lending

28

Safety and Environment

Brand health and measurement · Health and safety legal duties · Safety culture and leadership · Influencing and safety leadership

29

Records and Documentation

Retention, loyalty and lifetime value · Process and control documentation · Employment law, contracts and HR documentation · Incident reporting and record-keeping

30

Ethics and Anti-Corruption

Conflict resolution and negotiation · Marketing and sales ethics · Conflict resolution over land, water and resources · Ethics and fair customer treatment

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

ESG Governance and Board Oversight — applied to your own work
Materiality and What to Report — applied to your own work
Measuring Before Claiming — applied to your own work
The Governance Leg — applied to your own work
Environmental Compliance and Permits — applied to your own work
Impact Assessment and Consultation — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CCSRP certification?

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.

Who should enrol in the CCSRP?

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 CCSRP 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 CCSRP 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 CCSRP certification?

The Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Professional 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 CCSRP 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 CCSRP?

The Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Professional 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 CCSRP?

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

Can I study the CCSRP 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 CCSRP?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CCSRP 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

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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

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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

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

Talent Lead

Government

Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Professional

Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Professional

Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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