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 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 National Development Planning Specialist (CNDPS)

Executive Summary

Certified National Development Planning Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified National Development Planning Specialist (CNDPS) 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 10 Weeks programme is structured around SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CNDPS 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 National Development Planning Specialist

Acronym

CNDPS

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 National Development Planning Specialist

Certified National Development Planning Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · Project management principles and lifecycle · Projects, programmes and portfolios · Project management standards (PMI, PRINCE2)

2

Planning, Estimation and Delivery Capacity

Strategy execution and the initiative portfolio · Investment appraisal under uncertainty · Requirements engineering and systems analysis · Funding the working-capital cycle

3

Activity definition and sequencing

Analytical techniques and bias · Preparing financial statements · Schedule development and optimisation · Incoterms, customs and cross-border logistics

4

Critical path and network diagrams

Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Schedule development and optimisation · Cost estimation and budgeting · What leadership theory actually established

5

Schedule development and optimisation

Schedule development and optimisation · Cost estimation and budgeting · Resource planning and levelling · Procure-to-pay control and the three-way match

6

Cost estimation and budgeting

Cost estimation and budgeting · Resource planning and levelling · Earned value management · Category management and spend analysis

7

Resource planning and levelling

Resource planning and levelling · Earned value management · Time and cost control

8

Suppliers and Partners

Interpreting financial statements · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution · Reporting quality and governance · Vendor, venue and supplier contracting for events

9

Sustainability

The business case for productivity, quality and sustainability · Housing, welfare and environmental management · Climate risk, forecasting and resilient practices · Climate-smart agriculture and land degradation

10

Public and Community Context

Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Proposal development and donor reporting · Media and public communication · Community engagement and equity

11

Knowledge and Learning

Complaint data and learning · Process and control documentation · Cognitive load and learning science · The learning and development profession

12

Leadership and Management

Delegation and empowerment · Managing team performance and dynamics · Cross-functional and matrix teams · Team diversity and inclusion

13

People and Capability

Sales enablement and coaching · Career pathways and continuing professional development · Setting professional goals and a personal development plan · Land-use planning, capability and degradation management

14

Strategy and Direction

Customer experience strategy · Digital marketing strategy and channels · Model risk and provisioning (IFRS 9) · Investment portfolio management

15

Operations and Delivery

The procurement cycle and operating models · Process efficiency and cycle time · Negotiation strategy and planning · Industrial utilities, energy and process safety interfaces

16

Communication and Influence

Negotiation strategy and tactics · Influencing and persuasion · Communicating vision and telling stories · Difficult conversations and feedback

17

Change and Innovation

Innovation in service delivery · Measuring CX transformation impact · Continuous improvement in service · Designing a service or experience improvement

18

Data and Measurement

Metrics and reporting · Data migration and cleansing · Performance measurement and KPI dashboards · Cost and profitability analysis

19

Financial Acumen

Stakeholders and users of financial information · Ethics and professional standards in finance · Sustainability, ESG and integrated value · Long-term value creation and stewardship

20

Risk and Governance

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

21

Stakeholders and Partners

Stakeholder communications · Stakeholder mapping and engagement · Onboarding and induction design · Trends: ESG, transparency and stakeholder capitalism

22

Digital and Technology

Email marketing and automation · Marketing technology and the stack · The banking system, intermediation and financial markets · Digital disruption and the future of banking

23

Ethics and Integrity

Ethical, risk and feasibility considerations · Meaning, purpose and values · Ethics of technology in practice · Professional ethics and responsibility (PMI)

24

Self-Leadership

Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice · Operational risk and resilience · Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy

25

People Administration

Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Capacity and performance management · The customer experience (CX) discipline

26

Customers and Markets

Customer segmentation and needs analysis · Customer journey and experience design · Treasury function and money markets · Supply market analysis

27

Projects and Delivery

Quality and delivery metrics · Developing the project business case · Financial risk in projects · Realising and measuring project value

28

Inclusion and Culture

Building a customer-centric culture · Building a service culture · Building a culture of compliance · Financial inclusion and agency banking

29

Legal and Policy

Regulatory and fair-treatment obligations · The regulatory landscape and central banking · Regulatory duty and accountability · Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules

30

Professional Leadership Practice

Reporting to leadership · Team leadership in sales and marketing · Storage, drying and stock management · Nutrient management planning and the 4R framework

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

Planning, Estimation and Delivery Capacity — applied to your own work
Activity definition and sequencing — applied to your own work
Critical path and network diagrams — applied to your own work
Schedule development and optimisation — applied to your own work
Cost estimation and budgeting — applied to your own work
Resource planning and levelling — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CNDPS 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 CNDPS?

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 CNDPS 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 CNDPS 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 CNDPS certification?

The Certified National Development Planning 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 CNDPS 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 CNDPS?

The Certified National Development Planning 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 CNDPS?

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

Can I study the CNDPS 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 CNDPS?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CNDPS 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 CNDPS 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 National Development Planning Specialist

Certified National Development Planning 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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