What is the Certified Livelihood Program Specialist?

The Certified Livelihood Program Specialist is a globally recognised professional certification by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI), designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in Soft Skills & Personal Dev..

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 Livelihood Program Specialist (CLIPS)

Executive Summary

Certified Livelihood Program Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Livelihood Program Specialist (CLIPS) 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 CLIPS 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 Livelihood Program Specialist

Acronym

CLIPS

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.

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Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Livelihood Program Specialist

Certified Livelihood Program Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · The agricultural sector: systems, actors and global food value chains · Professional roles, ethics and standards for agricultural practitioners · Agroecological zones, farming systems and enterprise selection

2

Designing Indicators and Measuring Change

Designing indicators that measure something · Theory of change and results logic · Evaluation design, attribution and contribution · Analytical techniques and bias

3

Sustainable procurement principles and standards

Sustainable procurement principles and standards · Ethical sourcing and modern slavery · Environmental, social and governance (ESG) · Climate risk, adaptation and just transition

4

Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics

Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Fair trade and responsible supply · Infrastructure and PPP finance

5

SME lending and appraisal

Reporting quality and governance · Management accounts and dashboards · Value-chain and supply-chain finance · Project finance structures

6

Guarantee and de-risking schemes

Guarantee and de-risking schemes · Advisory and non-financial services · SME portfolio management · Internal control design and testing

7

Development banking principles

Development banking principles · Project finance structures · Appraisal of development projects

8

Legal and Policy

Regulatory duty and accountability · Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules · Regulatory reporting and audits · Regulatory liquidity ratios (LCR, NSFR)

9

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Global mobility and international employment · Cross-cultural and global leadership · Global sourcing and international trade · International and cross-border tax

10

Suppliers and Partners

Subcontractor and supplier management · Decision support and insight · Communicating financial results · Procurement and asset management under donor rules

11

Sustainability

Control environment and risk assessment · Emerging assurance areas (ESG) · Corporate social responsibility communications · Sustainability, ESG and integrated value

12

Public and Community Context

Facilitation, training and public presentation skills · Customer and community engagement · Policy and public engagement · Public procurement integrity: collusion, rigging and conflict

13

Knowledge and Learning

Professional documentation and presentation · Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches · Complaint data and learning · Process and control documentation

14

Leadership and Management

Remote, hybrid and distributed leadership · Competitive bidding and tender management · Category management and strategy development · Supplier and contract management systems

15

People and Capability

Career and talent development · Measuring coaching and mentoring impact · Capability and skills frameworks · Technical and compliance training

16

Strategy and Direction

Competitive bidding processes · Financial inclusion strategy · Strategic analysis: PESTLE, SWOT and Porter’s Five Forces · Real options and strategic investment

17

Operations and Delivery

Delivery, quality and stakeholder plan · Integrated project planning · Resource planning and levelling · Quality planning and assurance

18

Communication and Influence

Media and public communication · Negotiation with buyers, suppliers and financiers · Communicating technical information to diverse audiences · Professional report writing and presentation

19

Change and Innovation

Continuous improvement and lean banking · Driving measurable banking improvement · Foreign exchange and treasury operations · Technology governance and change control

20

Data and Measurement

Metrics and reporting · Data migration and cleansing · Financial storytelling and data visualisation · Data ethics and privacy in finance

21

Financial Acumen

Operational efficiency and cost-to-income · Financial statement and cash-flow analysis · Retention, loyalty and lifetime value · Development banking and project finance

22

Risk and Governance

Qualitative and quantitative risk analysis · Risk response and contingency · Programme governance and assurance · Governance of campaigns and spend

23

Stakeholders and Partners

Managing boundaries and dual relationships · The project environment and stakeholders · Stakeholder and sponsor management · Reporting to boards and executives

24

Digital and Technology

Virtual and hybrid facilitation · Safety management systems (ISO 45001) · Digital finance, mobile money and payment operations · Fire safety management systems

25

Ethics and Integrity

Ethics, confidentiality and professional conduct in HR · Embedding values and behaviours · HR's role in culture, values and employer brand · HR risk, ethics and the confidentiality boundary

26

Self-Leadership

Reputation and personal brand · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management · Self-awareness and the leader's identity · Supply chain risk, disruption and resilience

27

People Administration

Financial modelling and forecasting discipline · Total reward design and pay positioning · Pay equity, transparency and reward governance · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline

28

Customers and Markets

Launching a product into a market · Voice of the customer and acting on feedback · Financial risk: credit, market, liquidity, operational · Financial inclusion and serving underbanked markets

29

Projects and Delivery

Leading finance projects and change · Cost reduction and efficiency programmes · Compliance frameworks and programmes · Designing and testing a compliance programme

30

Inclusion and Culture

Building a customer-centric culture · Building a service culture · Building a culture of compliance · Nomination, succession and diversity

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

Designing Indicators and Measuring Change — applied to your own work
Sustainable procurement principles and standards — applied to your own work
Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics — applied to your own work
SME lending and appraisal — applied to your own work
Guarantee and de-risking schemes — applied to your own work
Development banking principles — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CLIPS 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 CLIPS?

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 CLIPS 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 CLIPS 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 CLIPS certification?

The Certified Livelihood Program 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 CLIPS 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 CLIPS?

The Certified Livelihood Program 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 CLIPS?

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

Can I study the CLIPS 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 CLIPS?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CLIPS 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 CLIPS 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 Livelihood Program Specialist

Certified Livelihood Program 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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