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Certified HR Strategy and Planning Specialist

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

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Executive Summary

Certified HR Strategy and Planning Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified HR Strategy and Planning Specialist (CHRSPS) 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 CHRSPS 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 HR Strategy and Planning Specialist
Acronym
CHRSPS
Category
Human Resources
Level
Advanced
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 449
Live Virtual
USD 649
Target Audience

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 HR Strategy and Planning Specialist
Certified HR Strategy and Planning Specialist: 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
HR's role in culture, values and employer
Employer brand and candidate experience · Employment relationship and the psychological contract · Global and comparative HR contexts · Job design and role architecture
3
Employment relationship and the psychological contract
Employment relationship and the psychological contract · Global and comparative HR contexts · Building a personal HR development plan · Interpreting financial statements
4
Global and comparative HR contexts
Global and comparative HR contexts · Building a personal HR development plan · Job analysis, job design and role profiling · Stakeholder engagement and risk management
5
Building a personal HR development plan
Building a personal HR development plan · Job analysis, job design and role profiling · Competency framework development · Exit, offboarding and organisational memory
6
Job analysis, job design and role profiling
Job analysis, job design and role profiling · Competency framework development · Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting · Sustaining and measuring change
7
Competency framework development
Competency framework development · Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting · Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning · Flexible and hybrid working design
8
Financial Acumen
Commercial awareness and organisational context · Cost of workforce and ROI of HR interventions · Embedding values and behaviours · Time-to-hire, quality-of-hire and cost metrics
9
Risk and Governance
HR policies, handbooks and compliance · Vendor management and system governance · Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules · Building a culture of compliance
10
Stakeholders and Partners
Onboarding and time to productivity · The HR business partner role and mandate · Offer management, negotiation and pre-boarding · Partnership building and multi-stakeholder platforms
11
Digital and Technology
Digital HR and the employee experience platform · HR technology selection and implementation · Applicant tracking systems and recruitment analytics · Process automation and workflow
12
Ethics and Integrity
Professional ethics and codes of conduct in HR · Professional standards and ethics · Marketing and sales ethics · Brand safety and responsible marketing
13
Self-Leadership
Employee and manager self-service · Motivation and self-directed learning · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management
14
People Administration
Linking performance to reward and consequence · Recruitment marketing and candidate attraction · Performance management systems and cycles · Capacity and performance management
15
Customers and Markets
Customer (employee/manager) satisfaction · HR service delivery and case management · Customer service technology stack · Social media customer care
16
Projects and Delivery
Managing HR projects and change · Capstone scoping: a real project or programme · Designing the project plan and schedule · Project initiation and chartering
17
Inclusion and Culture
Organisational culture assessment and change · Cross-cultural and global inclusion · Culture change and behaviour embedding · Whistleblowing and speak-up culture
18
Legal and Policy
Consulting skills and contracting with the business · Health and safety legal duties · Designing an HR intervention or policy · Regulatory compliance and market requirements
19
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Cross-cultural communication · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Designing and facilitating groups · Communicating and reporting to leadership
20
Suppliers and Partners
Public versus private procurement · Supply markets and the enabling environment · Sustainable procurement principles and standards · Fair trade and responsible supply
21
Sustainability
Corporate social responsibility and ESG · Environmental monitoring and reporting · Continuous environmental improvement · Integration with quality and environment
22
Public and Community Context
Risk assessment and safety planning · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills · Customer and community engagement · Presentation and public speaking
23
Knowledge and Learning
Instructional design and blended learning · Growth mindset and continuous learning · Monitoring, evaluation and learning for accountability · Record-keeping and data protection
24
Leadership and Management
Absence, capability and ill-health management · Writing advisory reports that drive decisions · Stakeholder and sponsor management · Organisational change management
25
People and Capability
Career development and internal mobility · Collective relations and union engagement · Scaling delivery capability · Developing the project business case
26
Strategy and Direction
Corporate portfolio strategy and parenting advantage · Strategic development and long-range positioning · Manufacturing strategies: make-to-stock, make-to-order and batch versus flow · Solvency, capital and prudential supervision
27
Operations and Delivery
Process improvement and HR operating efficiency · Data quality, integration and master data · Continuous improvement of finance processes · Succession planning and talent pipelines
28
Communication and Influence
Communicating financial results · Client feedback and satisfaction · Professional case study and presentation · Communicating with families and carers
29
Change and Innovation
Large-scale transformation and agile ways of working · Continuous improvement and optimisation · Managing complexity and comorbidity · Workplace and organisational contexts
30
Data and Measurement
Cybersecurity and data protection in HR · Descriptive, diagnostic and predictive analytics · Data collection and analytics · Data-informed and evidence-based decisions

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

  • HR's role in culture, values and employer — applied to your own work
  • Employment relationship and the psychological contract — applied to your own work
  • Global and comparative HR contexts — applied to your own work
  • Building a personal HR development plan — applied to your own work
  • Job analysis, job design and role profiling — applied to your own work
  • Competency framework development — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CHRSPS 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 CHRSPS?

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 CHRSPS 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 CHRSPS 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 CHRSPS certification?

The Certified HR Strategy and 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 CHRSPS 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 CHRSPS?

The Certified HR Strategy and 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 CHRSPS?

The Certified HR Strategy and 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 CHRSPS 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 CHRSPS?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CHRSPS 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

“

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
“

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
“

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

Talent Lead
Government
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