What is the Certified Network Administration Specialist?

The Certified Network Administration Specialist is a globally recognised professional certification by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI), designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in Information Technology.

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 Network Administration Specialist (CNAS)

Executive Summary

Certified Network Administration Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Network Administration Specialist (CNAS) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in information technology, software, data and digital systems.

This 10 Weeks programme is structured around ITIL, ISO/IEC and recognised technology and cybersecurity standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CNAS 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 Network Administration Specialist

Acronym

CNAS

Who Should Enrol?

IT and Systems Professionals
Software Developers and Engineers
Data and Analytics Specialists
IT Managers and Solution Architects

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 engineering, architecture and IT leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with ITIL, ISO/IEC and recognised technology and cybersecurity standards

Operational Excellence

Apply world-class frameworks to improve performance and outcomes

Strategic Thinking

Develop the analytical and strategic skills demanded at the executive level

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to information technology

Global Employability

Qualify for information technology roles across technology firms, corporates, startups and public institutions worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Systems, Architecture and Infrastructure

✦Software Development and Application Delivery

✦Data, Analytics and Emerging Technologies

✦Networks, Cloud and Platform Engineering

✦IT Service Management and Governance

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Network Administration Specialist

Certified Network Administration Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · Computing fundamentals and IT concepts · The role of IT in business and value creation · IT operating models and organisation

2

Cloud models

Correlation, causation and experiment design · Preparing financial statements · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Requirements and the specification gap

3

Containers and Kubernetes

Automation and where it genuinely pays · Integrated and sustainability reporting · Reporting quality and governance · Technical debt and system lifecycle

4

Scalability, resilience and HA

Data visualisation for finance · Decision support and insight · Cost, performance and FinOps · Data products and stakeholder value

5

Cost, performance and FinOps

Cost, performance and FinOps · Professional roles, boundaries and settings · IT operations and service management · Data and interoperability

6

IT operations and service management

IT operations and service management · Managing boundaries and dual relationships · Peer support and consultation · Sustaining ethical, effective practice

7

Observability, logging and alerting

Lessons learned and development · Incident and problem management · Driving effective, ethical outcomes · Designing and facilitating groups

8

Change and Innovation

Delivering technology change that people adopt · Continual improvement · Continuous improvement in delivery · Training and change management

9

Data and Measurement

Big data technologies and platforms · Data privacy and protection · KPIs and metric design · Self-service analytics

10

Financial Acumen

Finance, procurement and supply modules · Make-versus-buy and total cost of ownership · Cost and price analysis · Innovation and value from suppliers

11

Risk and Governance

Testing, quality assurance and defect economics · Version control and collaborative development · Cyber risk management · Project governance and risk

12

Stakeholders and Partners

Vendor and partner management · Board reporting and information flows · Employment relationship and the psychological contract · Onboarding and induction programme design

13

Digital and Technology

Building digital capability in an organisation · Digital product management and discovery · Vendor selection and managing technology suppliers · Digital user experience and accessibility

14

Ethics and Integrity

Artificial intelligence: capability, limits and responsible use · Professional ethics and banking conduct · Treating customers fairly and market conduct · Integrity, confidentiality and conflicts

15

Self-Leadership

Data-driven and personalised banking · Operational risk and resilience · Change talk and readiness · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management

16

People Administration

NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Loyalty programmes and rewards · Performance management in service

17

Customers and Markets

IT service management and support operations · Service levels and quality · Supply market analysis · Process re-engineering and shared services

18

Projects and Delivery

Agile delivery and iterative development · Continuous improvement of delivery · Voice, communication and delivery · Continuous improvement of programmes

19

Inclusion and Culture

Human-centred design, usability and accessibility · Identity and access management · Awareness and security culture · Building a coaching culture

20

Legal and Policy

Smart contracts and dApps · Regulatory and privacy requirements · Regulatory compliance in operations · Contract law and formation

21

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Global and comparative HR contexts · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Fit-gap analysis and selection · Performance and optimisation

22

Suppliers and Partners

ERP platforms and vendors · Third-party and supply-chain risk · Vendor management and system governance · Contractor safety and shared workplaces

23

Sustainability

Strengths, flow and engagement · Trends: ESG, transparency and stakeholder capitalism · ESG principles and frameworks · Sustainability strategy and materiality

24

Public and Community Context

Psychoeducation and public communication · Media and public communication · Outcome and process measures · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills

25

Knowledge and Learning

The machine learning lifecycle and MLOps · Motivation and self-directed learning · Learning technology ecosystem · Learning analytics and data

26

Leadership and Management

Vulnerability management · DevOps, CI/CD and release management · Handling escalations as a leader · Team leadership in customer service

27

People and Capability

Front-end and back-end development · Web and mobile application development · Software development lifecycle (SDLC) · Worker engagement and empowerment

28

Strategy and Direction

Category management and strategy development · Sourcing strategies and portfolio (Kraljic) · Negotiation strategy and planning · Strategic development and long-range positioning

29

Operations and Delivery

ERP concepts and business processes · Software design patterns and quality · Incident response process · Operating-model and process re-engineering

30

Communication and Influence

Continuous feedback and performance conversations · Communicating risk to the workforce · Influencing without authority · Negotiation strategy and tactics

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

Cloud models — applied to your own work
Containers and Kubernetes — applied to your own work
Scalability, resilience and HA — applied to your own work
Cost, performance and FinOps — applied to your own work
IT operations and service management — applied to your own work
Observability, logging and alerting — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

How to Get Certified

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CNAS certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with ITIL, ISO/IEC and recognised technology and cybersecurity standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CNAS?

This certification is ideal for IT and Systems Professionals, Software Developers and Engineers, Data and Analytics Specialists and IT Managers and Solution Architects, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in information technology, software, data and digital systems with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CNAS 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 CNAS internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with ITIL, ISO/IEC and recognised technology and cybersecurity standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CNAS certification?

The Certified Network Administration 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 CNAS 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 CNAS?

The Certified Network Administration 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 CNAS?

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

Can I study the CNAS 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 CNAS?

Graduates progress towards senior engineering, architecture and IT leadership roles. The CNAS strengthens your expertise in information technology, software, data and digital systems and positions you for advancement across technology firms, corporates, startups and public institutions.

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.

IT 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.

Solutions Architect

NGO Sector

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

Data Lead

Government

Certified Network Administration Specialist

Certified Network Administration 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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