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Certified Humanitarian Program Manager

Online Certification  ·  10 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CHPM)

✅ 2026 Edition 🎓 CPD Accredited 🌍 100+ Countries 📜 Digital + Physical Certificate 100% Online
Executive Summary

Certified Humanitarian Program Manager

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Humanitarian Program Manager (CHPM) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in project planning, delivery and programme management.

This 10 Weeks programme is structured around PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 and recognised project-management standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CHPM 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 Humanitarian Program Manager
Acronym
CHPM
Category
Project Management
Level
Intermediate
Duration
10 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 349
Live Virtual
USD 549
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Project Coordinators and Officers
  • Project and Programme Managers
  • PMO and Portfolio Professionals
  • Team and Delivery Leads
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

Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex project planning functions
Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards senior project, programme and PMO leadership roles
Strategic Thinking
Build the strategic thinking, analysis and execution skills of world-class leaders
Organisational Impact
Design and implement project planning systems that drive performance and measurable results
Personal Excellence
Develop emotional intelligence, resilience and authentic executive presence
Global Employability
Qualify for project planning roles across corporates, NGOs, construction, IT and development organisations worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Project Initiation, Scope and Planning
Schedule, Cost and Resource Management
Risk, Quality and Procurement in Projects
Agile, Hybrid and Delivery Approaches
Programme, Portfolio and Benefits Management
Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Humanitarian Program Manager
Certified Humanitarian Program Manager: industry context, trends and professional standards · Project management principles and lifecycle · Projects, programmes and portfolios · Project management standards (PMI, PRINCE2)
2
Humanitarian Response and Risk
Risk identification and analysis · Programme management principles · Analytical techniques and bias · Professional writing: reports, proposals and briefs
3
Risk response and contingency
Risk response and contingency · Quality planning and assurance · Quality control and continuous improvement · Assets, liabilities and equity reporting
4
Quality planning and assurance
Quality planning and assurance · Quality control and continuous improvement · Procurement and contract management · Integrated and sustainability reporting
5
Quality control and continuous improvement
Quality control and continuous improvement · Procurement and contract management · Vendor selection and management · Ratio and trend analysis
6
Procurement and contract management
Procurement and contract management · Vendor selection and management · Issue and problem management
7
Vendor selection and management
Vendor selection and management · Issue and problem management · Integrated risk and quality control
8
Customers and Markets
Treasury function and money markets · Service levels and quality · IT service and product mindset · APIs and service design
9
Projects and Delivery
Banking products, services and delivery channels · Continuous improvement in delivery · IT project and portfolio management · Audit programmes and fieldwork
10
Inclusion and Culture
Access to finance, grants and investment · Management accounts and dashboards · Budget vs actual and variance · Cost and profitability analysis
11
Legal and Policy
Legal and other requirements · Contract types and risk allocation · Contract administration and variation · Contract performance and exit
12
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Grades, standards and export certification (GlobalG.A.P.) · Global sourcing and trade
13
Suppliers and Partners
Vendor, contract and asset management · Negotiation with vendors · Vendor and partner management · Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning
14
Sustainability
Attachment and developmental theory · Professional roles, boundaries and settings · Monitoring sustainability outcomes · Policy, institutions and the enabling environment for agriculture
15
Public and Community Context
Psychoeducation and public communication · Media and public communication · Duty of care and risk management · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills
16
Knowledge and Learning
Knowledge management and organisational learning · Artificial intelligence and machine learning · Professional reporting and documentation · Transfer pricing documentation
17
Leadership and Management
Enterprise risk management in banks · Liquidity risk and asset-liability management · Business continuity and crisis management · Sanctions screening and PEP management
18
People and Capability
Quality monitoring and coaching · Win-back and re-engagement · Coaching and quality monitoring · Coaching for performance
19
Strategy and Direction
Legal responsibilities and professional bodies · Portfolio and resource management systems · Portfolio management and prioritisation · Strategic alignment of investments
20
Operations and Delivery
Industrial utilities, energy and process safety interfaces · Range planning and category management · Event planning timelines, run sheets and production schedules · Capacity planning and line balancing
21
Communication and Influence
Communicating financial results · Professional case study and presentation · Communicating with families and carers · Communication planning and management
22
Change and Innovation
Continuous improvement and retrospectives · Driving measurable delivery improvement · Baseline setting and change control · Innovation and new product launch
23
Data and Measurement
Data-driven decision support and analytics · Service KPIs: CSAT, NPS, CES, SLAs · Complaint data and learning · Net Promoter Score and satisfaction metrics
24
Financial Acumen
Ration formulation and least-cost feeding · The HR function: roles, operating models and value creation · The role of finance in organisations and value creation · Feasibility, cost and quality analysis
25
Risk and Governance
Programme governance · Tax administration and compliance · Tax compliance and returns · Tax risk management
26
Stakeholders and Partners
Stakeholder mapping and engagement · Stakeholder mapping and partnering · Board and executive reporting · Regulator and investor relations
27
Digital and Technology
Customer service technology stack · Technology selection and integration · Emerging service technologies · Digital marketing strategy and channels
28
Ethics and Integrity
Professional ethics and banking conduct · Integrity, confidentiality and conflicts · Bribery, corruption and conduct risk · Ethics and independence
29
Self-Leadership
Working with organisations on wellbeing · Wellbeing and resilience coaching · Servant leadership and self-organising teams · Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice
30
People Administration
Capacity and performance management · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Loyalty programmes and rewards · Performance management in service

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

  • Humanitarian Response and Risk — applied to your own work
  • Risk response and contingency — applied to your own work
  • Quality planning and assurance — applied to your own work
  • Quality control and continuous improvement — applied to your own work
  • Procurement and contract management — applied to your own work
  • Vendor selection and management — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CHPM certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 and recognised project-management standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CHPM?

This certification is ideal for Project Coordinators and Officers, Project and Programme Managers, PMO and Portfolio Professionals and Team and Delivery Leads, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in project planning, delivery and programme management with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CHPM certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 10 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 CHPM internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 and recognised project-management standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CHPM certification?

The Certified Humanitarian Program Manager is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 349 and Live Virtual at USD 549. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CHPM 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 CHPM?

The Certified Humanitarian Program Manager 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 CHPM?

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

Can I study the CHPM 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 CHPM?

Graduates progress towards senior project, programme and PMO leadership roles. The CHPM strengthens your expertise in project planning, delivery and programme management and positions you for advancement across corporates, NGOs, construction, IT and development 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.

Programme 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.

Project Manager
NGO Sector

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

PMO Lead
Government
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