How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 12 Weeks and can be completed self-paced or with live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications carry CPD credits and are internationally recognised.

What level is this certification?

This is a Expert / Executive Level certification.

Email info@certifications.ac, WhatsApp +254 722 223 084, or fill in the enrolment form on this page.

What is included in the fee?

All study materials, study guide, examination, digital certificate and badge. Live option adds tutor sessions and priority support.

Certified Performance Consulting and L and D Alignment Expert ...

Executive Summary

Certified Performance Consulting and L and D Alignment Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Performance Consulting and L and D Alignment Expert (CPER4) delivers a rigorous Executive-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in human resource management, talent development and organisational effectiveness.

This 12 Weeks programme is structured around SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CPER4 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 Performance Consulting and L and D Alignment Expert

Acronym

CPER4

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 Performance Consulting and L and D Alignment Expert

Certified Performance Consulting and L and D Alignment Expert: industry context, trends and professional standards · The HR function: roles, operating models and value creation · Aligning HR strategy with organisational strategy · The employee lifecycle and HR value chain

2

Global mobility and international employment

Global mobility and international employment · HR risk, ethics and the confidentiality boundary · Organisational design and development interventions · Benchmarking and external data sources

3

HR risk, ethics and the confidentiality boundary

HR risk, ethics and the confidentiality boundary · Organisational design and development interventions · Career development and internal mobility · Sustaining and measuring change

4

Organisational design and development interventions

Organisational design and development interventions · Career development and internal mobility · Knowledge management and capability building · People analytics done honestly

5

Career development and internal mobility

Career development and internal mobility · Knowledge management and capability building · Learning technologies and the LMS · Employment law, contracts and HR documentation

6

Knowledge management and capability building

Knowledge management and capability building · Learning technologies and the LMS · Continuous feedback and performance conversations · Retention strategy and turnover analysis

7

Learning technologies and the LMS

Learning technologies and the LMS · Continuous feedback and performance conversations · Appraisal, calibration and managing underperformance · Cost of workforce and ROI of HR interventions

8

Knowledge and Learning

Evaluating learning impact (Kirkpatrick, ROI) · Instructional design and blended learning · Evaluating learning: from reaction to results · Learning needs analysis at organisational level

9

Leadership and Management

Employee and manager self-service · Vendor management and system governance · Inclusion and the fairness of people decisions · Discipline, conduct and fair-process management

10

People and Capability

Attrition, engagement and productivity analytics · Organisation development principles and practice · Coaching, mentoring and on-the-job development · Category management and strategy development

11

Strategy and Direction

Communication strategy in change programmes · Culture as a strategic asset · Leading strategic change · Tax provisioning and reporting

12

Operations and Delivery

Data quality, integration and master data · The HR operating model and business partnering · Process automation and workflow · People analytics maturity and operating model

13

Communication and Influence

Negotiation tactics and behaviours · The media and telecommunications landscape · Psychoeducation and public communication · Conflict resolution and negotiation

14

Change and Innovation

Continuous improvement and lean HR · Future of work and workforce transformation · Large-scale transformation and agile ways of working · Sales and marketing transformation

15

Data and Measurement

Diversity and pay-equity analytics · Applicant tracking systems and recruitment analytics · People analytics tooling and dashboards · Objective setting: KPIs, OKRs and cascading goals

16

Financial Acumen

Employer branding and employee value proposition (EVP) · Commercial awareness and organisational context · Business case, cost and impact analysis · Headcount budgeting and establishment control

17

Risk and Governance

Pay equity, transparency and reward governance · Employment compliance and the HR risk agenda · Health, safety and compliance in delivery · Project budgeting and financial control

18

Stakeholders and Partners

The HR business partner role and mandate · The project environment and stakeholders · Stakeholder and sponsor management · Delivery, quality and stakeholder plan

19

Digital and Technology

Digital HR and the employee experience platform · Safety management systems (ISO 45001) · Communicating financial results · Automation and safety technology

20

Ethics and Integrity

Ethical, risk and feasibility considerations · Meaning, purpose and values · Professional ethics and responsibility (PMI) · Conflicts of interest and procurement ethics

21

Self-Leadership

Professional roles, boundaries and settings · Reputation and personal brand · Servant leadership and self-organising teams · AI and personalisation in marketing

22

People Administration

Linking performance to reward and consequence · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Loyalty programmes and rewards · Reward strategy and total reward frameworks

23

Customers and Markets

Pay structures, benchmarking and market pricing · Digital and market transformation · Digital advisory, e-extension and mobile services · Regulatory compliance and market requirements

24

Projects and Delivery

Managing HR projects and change · Managing boundaries and dual relationships · HACCP principles and prerequisite programmes · Designing voice-of-customer programmes

25

Inclusion and Culture

Organisational culture assessment and change · Building a customer-centric culture · Building a service culture · Building a culture of compliance

26

Legal and Policy

Employment law framework and contracts of employment · Designing an HR intervention or policy · Consulting skills and contracting with the business · Ethical frameworks and codes of practice

27

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Cross-cultural communication · International and cross-border tax · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies

28

Suppliers and Partners

Sustainable procurement principles and standards · Fair trade and responsible supply · Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Subcontractor and supplier management

29

Sustainability

Corporate social responsibility and ESG · Monitoring, evaluation and sustainability plan · Sustainability certification and standards · Social media customer care

30

Public and Community Context

Managing risk and difficult cases · Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation · Community and lifelong learning · Public, private and non-profit governance

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

Global mobility and international employment — applied to your own work
HR risk, ethics and the confidentiality boundary — applied to your own work
Organisational design and development interventions — applied to your own work
Career development and internal mobility — applied to your own work
Knowledge management and capability building — applied to your own work
Learning technologies and the LMS — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CPER4 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 CPER4?

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 CPER4 certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 12 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 CPER4 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 CPER4 certification?

The Certified Performance Consulting and L and D Alignment Expert is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CPER4 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 CPER4?

The Certified Performance Consulting and L and D Alignment Expert 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 CPER4?

The Certified Performance Consulting and L and D Alignment Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CPER4 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 CPER4?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CPER4 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 CPER4 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 Performance Consulting and L and D Alignment Expert

Certified Performance Consulting and L and D Alignment Expert

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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