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Certified Corporate Secretary

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

✅ 2026 Edition 🎓 CPD Accredited 🌍 100+ Countries 📜 Digital + Physical Certificate 100% Online
Executive Summary

Certified Corporate Secretary

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Corporate Secretary (CCORS) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-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 CCORS 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 Secretary
Acronym
CCORS
Category
Human Resources
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?

  • 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 Corporate Secretary
Certified Corporate Secretary: industry context, trends and professional standards · Corporate governance principles and purpose · Governance, risk and compliance (GRC) · The regulatory and legal environment
2
The Board and Its Information
Board effectiveness and the quality of board information · The three lines model and who owns risk · Policy that changes behaviour · Research methods for policy
3
Who Owns Risk
The three lines model and who owns risk · Risk appetite and tolerance in practice · Assurance mapping and avoiding duplicate assurance · Investigating misconduct
4
Conflicts and Related Parties
Conflicts of interest and related-party transactions · Board effectiveness and the quality of board information · Investigating misconduct · Information lifecycle and records management
5
Policy That Changes Behaviour
Policy that changes behaviour · Controls that work versus controls that exist · Whistleblowing and speak-up channels · Culture, ethics and behaviour change
6
Governance Across Entity Types
Governance in state, donor-funded and family-owned entities · Board effectiveness and the quality of board information · Conflicts of interest and related-party transactions · Data analytics for assurance
7
Assurance the Board Can Rely On
Assurance mapping and avoiding duplicate assurance · Controls that work versus controls that exist · The three lines model and who owns risk · Stakeholder trust and reputation metrics
8
Programmes and Change
Designing and testing a compliance programme · Organisational change management · Change and adoption in projects · Agile and digital transformation projects
9
Technology and Data Risk
Data protection and privacy · GRC platforms and technology · Cybersecurity and fraud technology · Technology governance and change control
10
Third Parties and Procurement
Ethical supply chains · Procurement and contract management · Vendor selection and management · Supply market analysis
11
Sustainability and ESG
Sustainability and environmental duty · Environmental management systems (ISO 14001) · Environmental legal compliance · Sustainability and climate responsibility
12
Communication and Disclosure
Compliance reporting and disclosure · Findings, reporting and remediation · Influencing and presenting insights · Professional and persuasive communication
13
Strategic Context
Competition and antitrust · Category management and strategy · Competitive bidding processes · Structural and strategic approaches
14
Workforce Governance
NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · The customer experience (CX) discipline · CRM, sales operations and data discipline · Financial modelling and forecasting discipline
15
International and Sanctions
Sanctions screening and PEP management · Cross-cultural and global inclusion · Global and comparative HR contexts · Global sourcing and international trade
16
Market Conduct
Fair treatment and market conduct · Balancing business and consumer interests · Customer loyalty and advocacy · Customer lifetime value
17
Safety and Environment
Automation and safety technology · Toolbox talks and safety communication · Event risk, safety and contingency planning · Industrial utilities, energy and process safety interfaces
18
Records and Documentation
Incident reporting and record-keeping · Transfer pricing documentation · Customer retention in the vehicle ownership cycle · Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection
19
Ethics and Anti-Corruption
Building an ethical culture · Conflict resolution and negotiation · Professional standards and ethics · Marketing and sales ethics
20
Public and Donor Context
Psychoeducation and public communication · Media and public communication · Decision support and insight · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills
21
Standards and Certification
Coaching and quality monitoring · Service quality and turnaround metrics · Quality assurance of audit · Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches
22
Governance Practice
Regulatory mapping and horizon scanning · Professional standards and self-regulation · Governance and compliance KPIs · Risk and control effectiveness metrics
23
Legal and Regulatory
Contract law and formation · Contract exit and renewal · Contracting and the three-way agreement · Payroll, statutory deductions and employment cost
24
Financial Oversight
Committees: audit, risk, remuneration · Options appraisal and cost-benefit · Embedding values and behaviours · The employee lifecycle and HR value chain
25
Risk and Resilience
Risk registers and monitoring · Communicating risk to the workforce · Duty of care and risk management · Business continuity and recovery
26
Data and Reporting
Net Promoter Score and satisfaction metrics · Service analytics and dashboards · Text and interaction analytics · Data privacy and consent
27
Stakeholders and Oversight
Regulatory duty and accountability · Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules · Stakeholder and gap analysis · Stakeholder mapping and engagement
28
Leadership and Decisions
Requirements gathering and management · Project management plan development · Earned value management · Issue and problem management
29
People and Conduct
Maturity and capability assessment · Training and capability building · Professional ethics and banking conduct · Bribery, corruption and conduct risk
30
Operations and Quality
Benchmarking against standards · Leading service projects and change · Reconciliation and end-of-day processes · Banking products, services and delivery channels

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 Board and Its Information — applied to your own work
  • Who Owns Risk — applied to your own work
  • Conflicts and Related Parties — applied to your own work
  • Policy That Changes Behaviour — applied to your own work
  • Governance Across Entity Types — applied to your own work
  • Assurance the Board Can Rely On — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CCORS 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 CCORS?

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 CCORS 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 CCORS 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 CCORS certification?

The Certified Corporate Secretary 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 CCORS 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 CCORS?

The Certified Corporate Secretary 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 CCORS?

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

Can I study the CCORS 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 CCORS?

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