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Certified Business Strategist

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

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Executive Summary

Certified Business Strategist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Business Strategist (CBUS) 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 CBUS 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 Business Strategist
Acronym
CBUS
Category
Leadership & Management
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?

  • 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 Business Strategist
Certified Business Strategist: 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
Making Real Strategic Choices
Designing a transformation programme · Where to play and how to win · Diagnosis, guiding policy and coherent action · Operating model redesign
3
Where to Play, How to Win
Cybersecurity fundamentals and the human factor · Sources of competitive advantage · Industry structure and profit pools · Data protection and privacy by design
4
Understanding the Profit Pool
Artificial intelligence: capability, limits and responsible use · Strategic positioning versus operational effectiveness · Sources of competitive advantage · Technical debt and system lifecycle
5
Business Model and Economics
Business model design and unit economics · Strategy as a coherent set of choices · Metrics design and the gaming problem · Platform and ecosystem strategy
6
Committing Resources to Choices
Resource allocation and capital discipline · Strategic options and real options thinking · Strategy and performance management systems · Corporate portfolio strategy and parenting advantage
7
Turning Choice Into Execution
Strategic alignment across an organisation · Setting and communicating strategic direction · Benefits realisation and value tracking · Experimentation and causal inference in business
8
Strategic Context
Analytical techniques and bias · Financial inclusion strategy · Strategic analysis: PESTLE, SWOT and Porter’s Five Forces · Learning strategy and business alignment
9
Decision Making
Investment and disinvestment decisions · Costing methods and relevant cost for decisions · Applying reporting standards and accounting judgement · Problem definition and analysis
10
Performance Systems
Interpreting financial statements · Leading and lagging metrics · Policy, planning and objectives · Sustaining high performance over time
11
Financial Management
Financial risk: credit, market, liquidity, operational · Corporate governance and the finance role · Board reporting and investor relations · Cost concepts, classification and behaviour
12
Risk and Governance
Building a culture of compliance · Technology governance and change control · Interest-rate risk and gap analysis · Asset-liability committee (ALCO) governance
13
Stakeholders
Relationship management and cross-selling · Wealth, SME and corporate relationships · Stakeholder communications · Stakeholder mapping and engagement
14
Communication
Metrics and reporting · Voice, communication and delivery · Management reporting and decision support · The finance function, month-end close and reporting cycle
15
Evidence and Data
Web and campaign analytics · Customer data platforms and segmentation · Web, campaign and funnel analytics · Sales analytics and forecasting tools
16
Operations
Healthcare quality, safety and accreditation · Reporting quality and governance · Communicating financial results · Outcome and process measures
17
Programme Delivery
Leading service projects and change · Banking products, services and delivery channels · Leading banking projects and change · Continuous improvement of delivery
18
Change and Transformation
Learning transformation and modernisation · Sustaining transformation and benefits · Measuring learning transformation impact · The finance function and digital transformation
19
People and Capability
Leadership and management development · Coaching models and frameworks (GROW) · Competency framework development · Succession planning and talent pipelines
20
Technology
AI and automation in HR processes · Managing boundaries and dual relationships · Digital permits and inspections · Automation and safety technology
21
Markets and Customers
Voice of the customer and feedback · Strategic customer relationships · Comparable sales analysis and market evidence · Policy administration and customer service in insurance
22
Leadership Practice
Diversity, inclusion and inclusive leadership · Capstone scoping: a real leadership challenge · Risk management and contingencies · Quality management and standards
23
Legal and Regulatory
Duty of care and risk management · Legal responsibilities and professional bodies · Goal setting and contracting · Record-keeping and data protection
24
Culture
Employee engagement and what actually drives it · Safety culture and leadership · Managing resistance and engagement · Worker engagement and empowerment
25
Advisory and Research
Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation · Advisory service design and delivery · Advisory and needs-based selling · Facilitation skills and presence
26
Innovation
Business model design and innovation · Productivity, collaboration and workflow tools · Innovation platforms and experimentation · Productivity and efficiency improvement
27
International
Traceability, certification and export requirements · Grades, standards and export certification (GlobalG.A.P.) · Export readiness and standards · Global sourcing and trade
28
Supply and Procurement
Supply market analysis · Vendor and faculty management · Payables, procurement controls and supplier fraud · Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning
29
Ethics and Trust
Building trust and engagement · Professional ethics and responsibility (PMI) · Professional standards and ethics · Marketing and sales ethics
30
Sustainability
Sustainability and climate responsibility · Continuous environmental improvement · Integration with quality and environment · Corporate social responsibility and sustainability

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

  • Making Real Strategic Choices — applied to your own work
  • Where to Play, How to Win — applied to your own work
  • Understanding the Profit Pool — applied to your own work
  • Business Model and Economics — applied to your own work
  • Committing Resources to Choices — applied to your own work
  • Turning Choice Into Execution — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CBUS 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 CBUS?

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 CBUS 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 CBUS 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 CBUS certification?

The Certified Business Strategist 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 CBUS 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 CBUS?

The Certified Business Strategist 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 CBUS?

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

Can I study the CBUS 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 CBUS?

Graduates progress towards executive, director and C-suite leadership roles. The CBUS 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

“

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
“

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 CBUS 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
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