How long does this certification take?

The programme is 10 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 Intermediate 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 Information Systems Assurance Specialist (CISAS)

Executive Summary

Certified Information Systems Assurance Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Information Systems Assurance Specialist (CISAS) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in financial management, accounting, budgeting and financial analysis.

This 10 Weeks programme is structured around IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CISAS 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 Information Systems Assurance Specialist

Acronym

CISAS

Who Should Enrol?

Finance Officers and Accountants
Budget and Cost Analysts
Finance Managers and Controllers
Auditors and Financial Analysts

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 senior finance, controller and CFO roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex financial management functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement financial management systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to financial management

Global Employability

Qualify for financial management roles across corporates, banks, NGOs and public-sector organisations worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Financial Accounting, Reporting and Analysis

✦Budgeting, Planning and Cost Control

✦Corporate Finance, Investment and Valuation

✦Treasury, Working Capital and Cash Management

✦Financial Controls, Audit and Governance

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Information Systems Assurance Specialist

Certified Information Systems Assurance Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · The role of finance in organisations and value creation · Financial, management and cost accounting distinguished · The finance operating model and business partnering

2

Containerisation and deployment

Cybersecurity fundamentals and the human factor · Preparing financial statements · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Cloud, infrastructure and the connectivity constraint

3

Infrastructure as code

Budget vs actual and variance · Automated testing strategies · Quality assurance and code review · Cost and profitability analysis

4

Metrics, velocity and flow

Metrics, velocity and flow · Continuous improvement in delivery · ETL/ELT and data pipelines · DevOps, CI/CD and release management

5

Data architecture and integration

Data architecture and integration · Cloud data platforms · Statistics and exploratory data analysis · CI/CD and release management

6

Feature engineering and selection

Managing risk and difficult cases · Deep learning and neural networks · Natural language processing · Cyber risk management

7

Evaluation metrics and monitoring

Evaluation metrics and monitoring · Dashboards and data storytelling · Visualisation tools and design · Database design, normalisation and query performance

8

Sustainability

Sustainability certification and standards · Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk · Climate-smart water management · Environmental flows and sustainability

9

Public and Community Context

Customer and community engagement · Public versus private procurement · Corporate social responsibility and community impact · Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation

10

Knowledge and Learning

Supervised and unsupervised learning · Blended and hybrid learning design · Motivation and self-directed learning · Training needs analysis and learning strategy

11

Leadership and Management

Incident and problem management · Patching and change management · Cost, performance and capacity management · Vulnerability management

12

People and Capability

Agile delivery and iterative development · Building digital capability in an organisation · Version control and collaborative development · Front-end and back-end development

13

Strategy and Direction

Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Corporate strategy and portfolio choices · Growth strategy: organic, M&A and partnerships

14

Operations and Delivery

Testing, quality assurance and defect economics · Incident response process · Demand, master scheduling and material requirements planning · Fundraising diversification and local resource mobilisation

15

Communication and Influence

Data storytelling and communicating findings · Goal setting and contracting · The media and telecommunications landscape · Property viewings, offers and negotiation to close

16

Change and Innovation

Data literacy and adoption · Delivering technology change that people adopt · Continual improvement · Driving measurable service improvement

17

Data and Measurement

Big data platforms (Spark, Hadoop) · KPIs and metric design · Self-service analytics · Predictive and prescriptive analytics

18

Financial Acumen

Cost, performance and FinOps · Time and cost control · Value management and business value · Strategic alignment of investments

19

Risk and Governance

Project governance and risk · Responsible and sustainable governance · Compliance frameworks and programmes · Environmental governance and climate risk

20

Stakeholders and Partners

Management and board reporting · Measuring coaching outcomes · Board, governance and C-suite dynamics · Stakeholder mapping and analysis

21

Digital and Technology

Digital user experience and accessibility · Digital ethics and algorithmic accountability · Vendor selection and managing technology suppliers · Ethics of technology in practice

22

Ethics and Integrity

Roles, standards and professional conduct · Ethics and fair customer treatment · Professional ethics in customer service · Responsible and ethical service

23

Self-Leadership

AI and personalisation in marketing · Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice · Data-driven and personalised banking · Operational risk and resilience

24

People Administration

Performance management in service · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Capacity and performance management · The customer experience (CX) discipline

25

Customers and Markets

Data protection and customer privacy · Data, analytics and customer insight · Customer segmentation and needs analysis · Customer journey and experience design

26

Projects and Delivery

Leading project teams · Strengths, flow and engagement · Building high-performing project teams · Leading campaigns and sales projects

27

Inclusion and Culture

Building a coaching culture · Nomination, succession and diversity · The business case for diversity and inclusion · Safety culture and leadership

28

Legal and Policy

Contract administration and variation · Contract performance and exit · Contract governance and compliance · Working with law enforcement and regulators

29

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Cross-cultural communication · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Financial risk in projects · Delivery, quality and stakeholder plan

30

Suppliers and Partners

ERP platforms and vendors · Procurement and contract value · Procurement and contract management · Vendor selection and management

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

Containerisation and deployment — applied to your own work
Infrastructure as code — applied to your own work
Metrics, velocity and flow — applied to your own work
Data architecture and integration — applied to your own work
Feature engineering and selection — applied to your own work
Evaluation metrics and monitoring — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CISAS certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CISAS?

This certification is ideal for Finance Officers and Accountants, Budget and Cost Analysts, Finance Managers and Controllers and Auditors and Financial Analysts, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in financial management, accounting, budgeting and financial analysis with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CISAS 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 CISAS internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CISAS certification?

The Certified Information Systems Assurance Specialist 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 CISAS 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 CISAS?

The Certified Information Systems Assurance 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 CISAS?

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

Can I study the CISAS 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 CISAS?

Graduates progress towards senior finance, controller and CFO roles. The CISAS strengthens your expertise in financial management, accounting, budgeting and financial analysis and positions you for advancement across corporates, banks, NGOs and public-sector 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.

Finance 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.

Financial Controller

NGO Sector

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

Senior Accountant

Government

Certified Information Systems Assurance Specialist

Certified Information Systems Assurance Specialist

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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