How long does this certification take?

The programme is 12 Weeks and can be completed at your own pace through our self-paced online option, or alongside live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are internationally recognised and carry CPD credits, making them valuable for career advancement worldwide.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification, suitable for professionals with relevant experience or background in the field.

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Q: What is the Certified Corporate Sustainability Professional?

The Certified Corporate Sustainability Professional is a globally recognised professional certification by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI), designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in Agriculture & Agribusiness.

Executive Summary

Certified Corporate Sustainability Professional

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Corporate Sustainability Professional (CCSUP) 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 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 CCSUP 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 Corporate Sustainability Professional

Acronym

CCSUP

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

✦Occupational Health and Hygiene

✦Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness

✦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 Corporate Sustainability Professional

Certified Corporate Sustainability Professional: industry context, trends and professional standards · Occupational safety and health principles · The business and moral case for HSE · HSE roles, responsibilities and competence

2

ESG principles and frameworks

ESG principles and frameworks · Sustainability strategy and materiality · Environmental governance and climate risk · Contractor safety and shared workplaces

3

Social responsibility and human rights

Analytical techniques and bias · Governance of ESG and reporting · Sustainability standards (GRI, ISSB) · Waste, effluent and emissions

4

Ethical supply chains

Ethical supply chains · Impact measurement and disclosure · Embedding responsible business · Community engagement and equity

5

Stakeholder and investor engagement

Stakeholder and investor engagement · Environmental management systems (ISO 14001) · Interpreting financial statements · Drought and water-scarcity strategies

6

Waste, effluent and emissions control

Reporting quality and governance · Management accounts and dashboards · Resource efficiency and circular practice · Water quality for irrigation

7

Environmental legal compliance

Environmental legal compliance · Sustainability and climate responsibility · Environmental monitoring and reporting · Aspects, impacts and controls

8

Policy and Institutions

Policy and public engagement · Governance transformation and reform · Capstone scoping: a real governance or policy issue · Designing a governance, compliance or policy solution

9

Service and Beneficiaries

Digital user experience and accessibility · Diagnosing client problems before prescribing solutions · Customer data and CRM · Budget vs actual and variance

10

Safety and Wellbeing

Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Record-keeping and data protection · Working with organisations on wellbeing · Risk assessment and safety planning

11

Procurement and Supply

Vendor selection and managing technology suppliers · Procurement and asset management under donor rules · Vendor, venue and supplier contracting for events · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution

12

Change and Innovation

Customer experience transformation · Digital and self-service transformation · Innovation in service delivery · Measuring CX transformation impact

13

Strategic Context

Negotiation strategy and tactics · Vision, mission and strategic intent · Competitive strategy and positioning · Business model design and innovation

14

Inclusion and Equity

The business case for diversity and inclusion · Team diversity and inclusion · Brand strategy, identity and equity · Gender, youth and social inclusion in agricultural development

15

Crisis and Resilience

Business continuity and recovery · Managing growth, risk and resilience · Reputation and crisis communications · Operational risk and resilience

16

Research and Method

Trend analysis and leading indicators · Interaction and experience design · Design review and quality · Blended and hybrid design

17

Knowledge and Records

Incident reporting and record-keeping · Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection · Health records, data and confidentiality · Managing boundaries and dual relationships

18

International and Donor Context

Proposal development and donor reporting · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Sustaining ethical, effective practice · Governance in state, donor-funded and family-owned entities

19

Leadership and Governance

Programme governance and assurance · Managing interdependencies · Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams

20

Risk, Compliance and Assurance

Data analytics in audit · Quality assurance of audit · Audit risk and materiality · Customs, clearing and compliance

21

Resources and Value

Fundraising diversification and local resource mobilisation · How insurance works: risk pooling and the value chain · Client feedback and satisfaction · Vehicle financing, insurance and total cost of ownership conversations

22

Evidence and Reporting

Quality monitoring and coaching · Complaint data and learning · Text and interaction analytics · Data privacy and consent

23

Stakeholders and Engagement

Measuring engagement and impact · Stakeholder mapping and engagement · Engagement, motivation and energisers · Stakeholders and users of financial information

24

Planning and Delivery

Setting professional goals and a personal development plan · Nutrient management planning and the 4R framework · Land-use planning, capability and degradation management · Team leadership in field and project settings

25

Communication and Influence

Executive communication and presence · Cross-cultural communication · Negotiation strategy and planning · Negotiation tactics and behaviours

26

Quality and Improvement

Assurance engagements and standards · Competitive bidding processes · Continuous improvement of delivery · Business process mapping

27

People and Capability

Team formation and effectiveness models (Tuckman, Lencioni) · Managing team performance and dynamics · Cross-functional and matrix teams · Leading remote and hybrid teams

28

Technology and Systems

Safety management systems (ISO 45001) · The finance function and digital transformation · Board reporting and information flows · Board effectiveness and the quality of board information

29

Environment and Sustainability

Sustainability and social impact in projects · Market analysis and environmental scanning · Sustainability and responsible marketing · Carbon markets and climate finance

30

Ethics and Accountability

Culture, ethics and behaviour change · Investigating misconduct · Ethics, confidentiality and professional conduct in HR · Data ethics, privacy and responsible analytics

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

ESG principles and frameworks — applied to your own work
Social responsibility and human rights — applied to your own work
Ethical supply chains — applied to your own work
Stakeholder and investor engagement — applied to your own work
Waste, effluent and emissions control — applied to your own work
Environmental legal compliance — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CCSUP 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 CCSUP?

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 CCSUP 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 CCSUP 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 CCSUP certification?

The Certified Corporate Sustainability Professional 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 CCSUP 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 CCSUP?

The Certified Corporate Sustainability Professional 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 CCSUP?

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

Can I study the CCSUP 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 CCSUP?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CCSUP 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 CCSUP 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 Corporate Sustainability Professional

Certified Corporate Sustainability Professional

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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