What is the Certified Food Safety Manager?

The Certified Food Safety Manager is a globally recognised professional certification by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI), designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in Leadership & Management.

How long does this certification take?

The programme is 10 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 Intermediate Level certification, suitable for professionals with relevant experience or background in the field.

You can enrol by emailing info@certifications.ac, contacting us via WhatsApp at +254 722 223 084, or filling the enrolment form below.

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Executive Summary

Certified Food Safety Manager

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Food Safety Manager (CFOSM) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in occupational safety, health and workplace wellbeing.

This 10 Weeks programme is structured around ISO 45001, OSHA and recognised occupational health and safety standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CFOSM 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 Food Safety Manager

Acronym

CFOSM

Who Should Enrol?

Safety and Health Officers
HSE Managers and Supervisors
Site and Operations Safety Leads
Risk and Compliance Practitioners

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

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex occupational safety functions

Career Advancement

Accelerate your career towards senior HSE and safety-leadership roles

Strategic Thinking

Build the strategic thinking, analysis and execution skills of world-class leaders

Organisational Impact

Design and implement occupational safety systems that drive performance and measurable results

Personal Excellence

Develop emotional intelligence, resilience and authentic executive presence

Global Employability

Qualify for occupational safety roles across construction, energy, manufacturing, marine and industrial operations worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

✦Occupational Health, Hygiene and Wellbeing

✦Safety Management Systems and Compliance

✦Incident Investigation and Emergency Preparedness

✦Safety Culture, Training and Behaviour

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Food Safety Manager

Certified Food Safety Manager: industry context, trends and professional standards · Occupational safety and health principles · The business and moral case for HSE · HSE roles, responsibilities and competence

2

The Hierarchy of Control

The hierarchy of control · Risk assessment that changes what happens · Permit to work and high-risk task control · Human factors and error reduction

3

Risk Assessment in Practice

Risk assessment that changes what happens · The hierarchy of control · Measuring HSE performance · Portable fire extinguishers

4

High-Risk Work and Contractors

Permit to work and high-risk task control · Contractor safety and shared workplaces · HSE legal duties and enforcement · Continuous improvement programmes

5

Health, Exposure and Wellbeing

Occupational health, exposure and health surveillance · Wellbeing, fatigue and psychosocial risk · Safety culture, leadership and behaviour · Fire detection and alarm systems

6

Incidents and Emergencies

Incident investigation and root cause · Emergency preparedness and evacuation · Measuring HSE performance · Regulatory notification and RIDDOR-style reporting

7

Legal Duties and Environment

HSE legal duties and enforcement · Environmental management and pollution control · Measuring HSE performance · Investigation methodology and evidence

8

Ethics and Conduct

Ethics, responsibility and digital citizenship · Professional ethics in technology · Data ethics, privacy and protection · Ethical and responsible technology

9

Leadership and Command

Sanctions screening and PEP management · Relationship management and cross-selling · Sales performance and pipeline management · Liquidity and funding management

10

Communication and Reporting

Internal communications · Corporate social responsibility communications · Brand, reputation and communications · Presentation and public speaking

11

Stakeholders and Liaison

Stakeholder engagement strategy · Partnering and co-creation with customers · Negotiation with clients and partners · Analytical techniques and bias

12

Cost, Assets and Loss

Cost and profitability analysis · Data visualisation for finance · Communicating financial results · Meaning, purpose and values

13

Data and Intelligence

Psychometric and screening tools · Project KPIs and performance metrics · Quality and delivery metrics · Agile metrics and velocity

14

Planning and Design

Market research design and methods · Leading campaigns and sales projects · Team leadership in field and project settings · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP)

15

People Risk

Customer and employee satisfaction · The sales pipeline and forecasting discipline · Employee engagement models and drivers · The customer experience (CX) discipline

16

Audit and Standards

Data analytics in audit · Quality assurance of audit · Assurance engagements and standards · Audit risk and materiality

17

Health and Safety

Forecasting and planning · Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches · Health records, data and confidentiality · Telehealth and digital care delivery

18

Change and Modernisation

Regulatory change management · Professional roles, boundaries and settings · Managing boundaries and dual relationships · Digital transformation and IT strategy

19

Service and Public Interface

Customer experience transformation · Digital and self-service transformation · Innovation in service delivery · Professional ethics in customer service

20

Records and Procedure

Process and control documentation · Tender planning and documentation · Knowledge management and capability building · Incident reporting and record-keeping

21

Strategy and Governance

Governance of the CX programme · Customer experience strategy · Customer onboarding and lifecycle · Corporate governance in banks

22

Contractors and Supply

Contractor and visitor safety · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models · Procurement’s contribution to organisational strategy

23

HSE Practice

Headcount budgeting and establishment control · Sustainability and environmental duty · Environmental management systems (ISO 14001) · Environmental legal compliance

24

Risk and Resilience

Derivatives and risk instruments · Market risk and VaR · Driving effective, ethical outcomes · Tax compliance and the tax risk agenda

25

Legal and Regulatory

Comparable sales analysis and market evidence · Real estate regulation, licensing and professional conduct · Insurance regulation and consumer protection · Regulation of transport: authorities, conventions and licensing

26

Operations and Supervision

The HR function: roles, operating models and value creation · Process automation and workflow · Productivity, collaboration and workflow tools · Process improvement and lean thinking

27

Security Technology

Data and information requirements · Bridging business and technology · Treasury technology and systems · Digital channels and performance marketing economics

28

Emergency and Incident

Crisis communications · Risk response and contingency · Ethical, risk and feasibility considerations · Reporting quality and governance

29

Personnel and Capability

Workforce planning and scheduling · Training and capability building · Team leadership in customer service · Team leadership in banking operations

30

Professional Leadership Practice

Omnichannel and channel management · Queue management and service flow · Front-office and reception management · Relationship management and retention

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

The Hierarchy of Control — applied to your own work
Risk Assessment in Practice — applied to your own work
High-Risk Work and Contractors — applied to your own work
Health, Exposure and Wellbeing — applied to your own work
Incidents and Emergencies — applied to your own work
Legal Duties and Environment — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CFOSM certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with ISO 45001, OSHA and recognised occupational health and safety standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CFOSM?

This certification is ideal for Safety and Health Officers, HSE Managers and Supervisors, Site and Operations Safety Leads and Risk and Compliance Practitioners, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in occupational safety, health and workplace wellbeing with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CFOSM 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 CFOSM internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with ISO 45001, OSHA and recognised occupational health and safety standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CFOSM certification?

The Certified Food Safety Manager 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 CFOSM 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 CFOSM?

The Certified Food Safety Manager 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 CFOSM?

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

Can I study the CFOSM 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 CFOSM?

Graduates progress towards senior HSE and safety-leadership roles. The CFOSM strengthens your expertise in occupational safety, health and workplace wellbeing and positions you for advancement across construction, energy, manufacturing, marine and industrial operations.

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.

HSE 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.

Safety Manager

NGO Sector

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

Site Safety Lead

Government

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Certified Food Safety Manager

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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