How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 10 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 Intermediate 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 Time Management and Life Planning Expert (CTML)

Executive Summary

Certified Time Management and Life Planning Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Time Management and Life Planning Expert (CTML) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation.

This 10 Weeks programme is structured around recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CTML 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 Time Management and Life Planning Expert

Acronym

CTML

Who Should Enrol?

Managers and Team Leaders
Heads of Department and Directors
Senior Executives and Aspiring Leaders
Business Owners and Entrepreneurs

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 executive, director and C-suite leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex strategic leadership functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement strategic leadership systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to strategic leadership

Global Employability

Qualify for strategic leadership roles across corporates, public institutions, NGOs and enterprises worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Strategic Thinking, Vision and Direction Setting

✦Leading Teams, People and High Performance

✦Decision-Making, Problem-Solving and Execution

✦Emotional Intelligence and Authentic Leadership

✦Organisational Strategy, Transformation and Growth

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Time Management and Life Planning Expert

Certified Time Management and Life Planning Expert: industry context, trends and professional standards · Theories and models of leadership and management · The manager's roles, responsibilities and mindset · Leadership versus management and when each is needed

2

Delegation, Decisions and Personal Capacity

Delegation levels and the authority-accountability match · Managerial decision-making, bias and decision rights · What actually motivates people at work · Assessment and feedback online

3

Growth mindset and continuous learning

Growth mindset and continuous learning · Managing pressure and difficult conversations · Analytical techniques and bias · Qualification frameworks and the discipline of disqualifying

4

Managing pressure and difficult conversations

Managing pressure and difficult conversations · Preparing financial statements · Building support networks and mentors · Classroom and workshop management

5

Work-life integration

Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Building support networks and mentors · Reflective practice and self-leadership · Workplace wellbeing and organisational psychological safety

6

Building support networks and mentors

Building support networks and mentors · Reflective practice and self-leadership · Sustaining high performance over time · Energy and pacing online

7

Reflective practice and self-leadership

Reflective practice and self-leadership · Sustaining high performance over time · The organisational context and operating environment · Closing, buying signals and securing commitment

8

Data and Measurement

Sales analytics and forecasting tools · Decision support and insight · Reporting automation · Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches

9

Financial Acumen

Managing budgets and resources · Financial modelling and forecasting discipline · Payroll, statutory deductions and employment cost · Digital finance, mobile money and payment operations

10

Risk and Governance

Decision rights and governance · Risk assessment and judgement · Permit-to-work and high-risk activity control · Environmental aspects, impacts and compliance obligations

11

Stakeholders and Partners

Stakeholder management and relationships · Employment relationship and the psychological contract · Onboarding and induction programme design · Management and board reporting

12

Digital and Technology

CRM and marketing automation platforms · Record-keeping and data protection · Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise · Managing risk and difficult cases

13

Ethics and Integrity

HR's role in culture, values and employer brand · Data ethics, privacy and responsible analytics · Ethics and duty of care · Professional ethics and duty of care

14

Self-Leadership

Blind spots, feedback and the leader’s self-knowledge · Coaching for resilience and wellbeing · Organisational resilience and adaptive strategy · Working with organisations on wellbeing

15

People Administration

Operational planning and execution discipline · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Capacity and performance management · The customer experience (CX) discipline

16

Customers and Markets

Market research and customer insight methods · Digital channels and performance marketing economics · Launching a product into a market · Voice of the customer and acting on feedback

17

Projects and Delivery

Innovation and continuous delivery · Agile and digital transformation projects · Scaling delivery capability · Building project management maturity

18

Inclusion and Culture

Organisational culture: how it forms and how it changes · Financial inclusion strategy · Learning cultures and the learning organisation · Building a coaching culture

19

Legal and Policy

Subcontractor and supplier management · Workplace and organisational contexts · Insurance regulation and consumer protection · Regulation of transport: authorities, conventions and licensing

20

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Goal setting and action planning · Global and comparative HR contexts · Global mobility and international employment · Cross-cultural communication

21

Suppliers and Partners

Procurement’s contribution to organisational strategy · Public versus private procurement · Digital procurement and the future of the profession · Sustainable procurement principles and standards

22

Sustainability

Measuring coaching outcomes · The regulatory and legal environment · Responsible and sustainable governance · ESG principles and frameworks

23

Public and Community Context

Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Proposal development and donor reporting · Psychoeducation and public communication · Media and public communication

24

Knowledge and Learning

Active and experiential learning · Records management and retention · Training needs analysis and learning strategy · Knowledge management and capability building

25

Leadership and Management

Developing your own management practice · The sales process and pipeline management · Leadership and management: two jobs, one role · What leadership theory actually established

26

People and Capability

Managing performance through coaching · Coaching challenging situations · Measuring coaching impact · Psychological safety and employee engagement

27

Strategy and Direction

Data, records and confidentiality tech · Customer service and CX strategy · Sustaining strategic customer focus · Customer experience strategy

28

Operations and Delivery

Reconciliation and end-of-day processes · Operating-model and process re-engineering · Service quality and turnaround metrics · Designing a banking solution or process

29

Communication and Influence

Influencing and persuasion · Communicating vision and telling stories · Difficult conversations and feedback · Negotiation and conflict resolution

30

Change and Innovation

Transformational, transactional and servant approaches · Scaling innovation to production · Business model design and innovation · Productivity and efficiency improvement

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

Delegation, Decisions and Personal Capacity — applied to your own work
Growth mindset and continuous learning — applied to your own work
Managing pressure and difficult conversations — applied to your own work
Work-life integration — applied to your own work
Building support networks and mentors — applied to your own work
Reflective practice and self-leadership — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CTML certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CTML?

This certification is ideal for Managers and Team Leaders, Heads of Department and Directors, Senior Executives and Aspiring Leaders and Business Owners and Entrepreneurs, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CTML 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 CTML internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CTML certification?

The Certified Time Management and Life Planning 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 CTML 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 CTML?

The Certified Time Management and Life Planning 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 CTML?

The Certified Time Management and Life Planning Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CTML 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 CTML?

Graduates progress towards executive, director and C-suite leadership roles. The CTML strengthens your expertise in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation and positions you for advancement across corporates, public institutions, NGOs and enterprises.

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.

Managing 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.

Operations Manager

NGO Sector

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

Head of Strategy

Government

Certified Time Management and Life Planning Expert

Certified Time Management and Life Planning 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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