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Certified Tax Planner

Online Certification  ·  10 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CTXP)

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Executive Summary

Certified Tax Planner

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Tax Planner (CTXP) 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 CTXP 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 Tax Planner
Acronym
CTXP
Category
Finance & Accounting
Level
Intermediate
Duration
10 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 349
Live Virtual
USD 549
Target Audience

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 Tax Planner
Certified Tax Planner: 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
Tax, Recognition and Compliance
Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · The accounting cycle and control accounts · Reading financial statements: ratios in context · Internal control and the fraud triangle
3
Ethics and transparency in tax
Ethics and transparency in tax · Professional ethics and codes (IFAC, ACCA, CIMA) · Analytical techniques and bias · Preparing financial statements
4
Confidentiality and conflicts of interest
Confidentiality and conflicts of interest · Ratio and trend analysis · Sustainability and responsible finance · International and cross-border tax
5
Regulatory compliance and professional duty
Regulatory compliance and professional duty · Data ethics and privacy in finance · Forecasting and planning · KPIs and performance reporting
6
Accruals, prepayments and adjusting entries
Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches · Attachment and developmental theory · Professional roles, boundaries and settings · Ethical principles and codes of practice
7
Financial reporting standards
Financial reporting standards (IFRS/GAAP) · Sustaining ethical, effective practice · Ethical frameworks and codes of practice · Cost behaviour, contribution and break-even
8
Data and Measurement
Audit evidence, sampling and testing · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · Performance measurement and attribution · Financial storytelling and data visualisation
9
Financial Acumen
Financial inclusion and serving underbanked markets · Costing methods and relevant cost for decisions · Financial modelling and forecasting discipline · Payroll, statutory deductions and employment cost
10
Risk and Governance
Interest-rate risk and hedging · Governance of controls and reporting · Statutory compliance and filings · Managing tax risk and audits
11
Stakeholders and Partners
Investor relations and market communication · Business partnering and influencing · Negotiation with banks, investors and suppliers · Managing audit and regulator relationships
12
Digital and Technology
Treasury technology and systems · Cloud finance and system integration · Vendor selection and managing technology suppliers · Digital user experience and accessibility
13
Ethics and Integrity
Ethics and suitability · Integrity, confidentiality and conflicts · Responsible and sustainable banking · Data ethics and customer privacy
14
Self-Leadership
Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Self-awareness and the leader's identity · Working with organisations on wellbeing · Servant leadership and self-organising teams
15
People Administration
Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Loyalty programmes and rewards
16
Customers and Markets
Process re-engineering and shared services · Short-term financing and money markets · Short-term funding and money markets · Customer journey mapping
17
Projects and Delivery
Implementation planning and risk management · HACCP principles and prerequisite programmes · Advisory service design and delivery · Innovation in service delivery
18
Inclusion and Culture
The business case for diversity and inclusion · Safety culture and leadership · Team diversity and inclusion · Creating a coaching culture
19
Legal and Policy
Regulatory capital and ratios · Regulatory reporting and disclosure · Insurance regulation and consumer protection · Regulation of transport: authorities, conventions and licensing
20
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Transfer pricing and international tax · Expanding into regional and export markets · Cross-cultural communication · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams
21
Suppliers and Partners
Sustainable procurement principles and standards · Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Subcontractor and supplier management · Treatment planning and review
22
Sustainability
Sustainability and environmental duty · Environmental legal compliance · Sustainability and climate responsibility · Environmental monitoring and reporting
23
Public and Community Context
Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation · Customer and community engagement · Presentation and public speaking · Public, private and non-profit governance
24
Knowledge and Learning
Training needs analysis and learning strategy · Knowledge management and capability building · Incident reporting and record-keeping · Growth mindset and continuous learning
25
Leadership and Management
Cash and liquidity management · Managing resistance and upskilling teams · Reporting quality and earnings management risks · Working capital management and the cash cycle
26
People and Capability
Advocacy and policy engagement · Quality monitoring and coaching · Proactive engagement and success · Win-back and re-engagement
27
Strategy and Direction
Expected credit loss and portfolio quality · Habit change and behaviour design · Hedging strategies and instruments · Mergers, funding and growth strategy
28
Operations and Delivery
Quality, accuracy and error reduction · Continuous improvement of finance processes · Process automation and workflow · People analytics maturity and operating model
29
Communication and Influence
Difficult conversations and feedback · Negotiation and conflict resolution · Executive communication and presence · Giving and receiving feedback
30
Change and Innovation
Continuous improvement and lean finance · Driving measurable financial improvement · Measuring transformation impact · Strengths, flow and engagement

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

  • Tax, Recognition and Compliance — applied to your own work
  • Ethics and transparency in tax — applied to your own work
  • Confidentiality and conflicts of interest — applied to your own work
  • Regulatory compliance and professional duty — applied to your own work
  • Accruals, prepayments and adjusting entries — applied to your own work
  • Financial reporting standards — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CTXP 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 CTXP?

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 CTXP 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 CTXP 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 CTXP certification?

The Certified Tax Planner 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 CTXP 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 CTXP?

The Certified Tax Planner 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 CTXP?

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

Can I study the CTXP 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 CTXP?

Graduates progress towards senior finance, controller and CFO roles. The CTXP 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

“

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
“

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
“

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

Senior Accountant
Government
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