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Certified HR Business Partner

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

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Executive Summary

Certified HR Business Partner

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified HR Business Partner (CHRBP) 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 CHRBP 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 HR Business Partner
Acronym
CHRBP
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 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
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

✦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 HR Business Partner
Certified HR Business Partner: industry context, trends and professional standards · The HR function: roles, operating models and value creation · Aligning HR strategy with organisational strategy · The employee lifecycle and HR value chain
2
The HR Operating Model and Partnering
Employer brand and candidate experience · Workforce planning and critical-role risk · People analytics done honestly · Job design and role architecture
3
Job architecture, evaluation and grading
Job architecture, evaluation and grading · Workforce planning and critical-role risk · Predictive validity in selection · Objective setting: KPIs, OKRs and cascading goals
4
Workforce planning and critical-role risk
Workforce planning and critical-role risk · Predictive validity in selection · Total reward design and pay positioning · Large-scale transformation and agile ways of working
5
Predictive validity in selection
Predictive validity in selection · Total reward design and pay positioning · Pay equity, transparency and reward governance · HR service delivery and case management
6
Total reward design and pay positioning
Total reward design and pay positioning · Pay equity, transparency and reward governance · Employee relations, grievance and discipline · Diagnosing organisational readiness for change
7
Pay equity, transparency and reward governance
Pay equity, transparency and reward governance · Employee relations, grievance and discipline · Industrial relations and collective bargaining · Stakeholder mapping and influencing
8
People Administration
Discipline, conduct and fair-process management · Financial modelling and forecasting discipline · Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · Operational planning and execution discipline
9
Customers and Markets
HR function performance and service levels · Pay structures, benchmarking and market pricing · Employee and manager self-service · Data ethics and customer privacy
10
Projects and Delivery
Implementation and change plan · Designing voice-of-customer programmes · Voice of the customer programmes · Leading service projects and change
11
Inclusion and Culture
Belonging, culture and employee resource groups · Culture change and behaviour embedding · Whistleblowing and speak-up culture · Inclusion and the fairness of people decisions
12
Legal and Policy
Employment law framework and contracts of employment · Consulting skills and contracting with the business · Employment law, contracts and HR documentation · Advocacy and policy engagement
13
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Global mobility and international employment · Expanding into regional and export markets · Cross-cultural communication · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies
14
Suppliers and Partners
Vendor management and system governance · Fair trade and responsible supply · Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Subcontractor and supplier management
15
Sustainability
Professional roles, boundaries and settings · Responsible and sustainable governance · Sustainability strategy and materiality · Environmental governance and climate risk
16
Public and Community Context
Proposal development and donor reporting · Psychoeducation and public communication · Media and public communication · Ethical frameworks and codes of practice
17
Knowledge and Learning
Record-keeping and data protection · Data, records and confidentiality tech · Lessons learned and knowledge management · Professional documentation and presentation
18
Leadership and Management
Change management models (Kotter, ADKAR, Lewin) · HRIS, digital HR and AI in people decisions · Absence, capability and ill-health management · Absence, attendance and capability management
19
People and Capability
Organisational design and development interventions · Collective relations and union engagement · Capability and skills frameworks · Coaching models and frameworks (GROW)
20
Strategy and Direction
Retention strategy and turnover analysis · Communications strategy and planning · Category management and strategy · Sourcing portfolios (Kraljic)
21
Operations and Delivery
Data quality, integration and master data · Onboarding and time to productivity · The HR operating model and business partnering · Employee voice, surveys and action planning
22
Communication and Influence
Communicating vision and telling stories · Difficult conversations and feedback · Giving and receiving feedback · Negotiation for managers
23
Change and Innovation
Continuous improvement and lean HR · Innovation and new product launch · Measuring growth and transformation impact · Continuous improvement and optimisation
24
Data and Measurement
HR metrics, KPIs and the HR scorecard · Diagnosis and evidence gathering · Data protection and employee privacy · Cybersecurity and data protection in HR
25
Financial Acumen
Business case, cost and impact analysis · Commercial awareness and organisational context · Cost of workforce and ROI of HR interventions · Value management and business value
26
Risk and Governance
Corporate governance and HR’s role · HR policies, handbooks and compliance · Employment compliance and the HR risk agenda · Reporting quality and governance
27
Stakeholders and Partners
Stakeholder and sponsor management · Reporting to boards and executives · Stakeholder rights and fair treatment · Stakeholder identification and analysis
28
Digital and Technology
Marketing technology stack · Digital advisory, e-extension and mobile services · Quality management systems and audits · System operation and performance
29
Ethics and Integrity
Conflicts of interest and integrity · Professional ethics and codes of conduct in HR · HR risk, ethics and the confidentiality boundary · Professional ethics in customer service
30
Self-Leadership
Working with organisations on wellbeing · Wellbeing and resilience coaching · Servant leadership and self-organising teams · Setting professional goals and a personal development plan

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

  • The HR Operating Model and Partnering — applied to your own work
  • Job architecture, evaluation and grading — applied to your own work
  • Workforce planning and critical-role risk — applied to your own work
  • Predictive validity in selection — applied to your own work
  • Total reward design and pay positioning — applied to your own work
  • Pay equity, transparency and reward governance — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CHRBP 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 CHRBP?

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 CHRBP 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 CHRBP 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 CHRBP certification?

The Certified HR Business Partner is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CHRBP 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 CHRBP?

The Certified HR Business Partner 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 CHRBP?

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

Can I study the CHRBP 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 CHRBP?

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