How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 11 Weeks and can be completed self-paced or with live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications carry CPD credits and are internationally recognised.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification.

Email info@certifications.ac, WhatsApp +254 722 223 084, or fill in the enrolment form on this page.

What is included in the fee?

All study materials, study guide, examination, digital certificate and badge. Live option adds tutor sessions and priority support.

Certified Employee and Labour Relations Specialist in Libya

Executive Summary

Certified Employee and Labour Relations Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Employee and Labour Relations Specialist (CEDR) 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 11 Weeks programme is structured around SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CEDR 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 Employee and Labour Relations Specialist

Acronym

CEDR

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 Employee and Labour Relations Specialist

Certified Employee and Labour Relations 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

Employee Relations, Grievance and Discipline

Selection validity and structured hiring · Industrial relations and collective bargaining · Employment law, contracts and HR documentation · Reward architecture and pay equity

3

Pay equity, transparency and reward governance

Pay equity, transparency and reward governance · Employee relations, grievance and discipline · Industrial relations and collective bargaining · HR operating models and the partnering role

4

People analytics done honestly

People analytics done honestly · HRIS, digital HR and AI in people decisions · Global mobility and international employment · Evidence-based HR decision-making

5

Organisational design and development interventions

Organisational design and development interventions · Managing boundaries and dual relationships · Absence, attendance and capability management · Coaching leaders and managers

6

HR information systems

Sustaining ethical, effective practice · AI and automation in HR processes · Cybersecurity and data protection in HR · Large-scale transformation and agile ways of working

7

Evidence-based HR decision-making

Evidence-based HR decision-making · Record-keeping and data protection · Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise · Change, restructuring and consultation

8

Suppliers and Partners

Digital procurement roadmaps · Governance of procurement decisions · Responsible and sustainable procurement · Procurement KPIs and savings measurement

9

Sustainability

Sustainability strategy and materiality · Environmental monitoring and reporting · The project environment and stakeholders · Monitoring, evaluation and sustainability plan

10

Public and Community Context

Procurement and asset management under donor rules · Proposal development and donor reporting · Community natural-resource governance · Corporate social responsibility and community impact

11

Knowledge and Learning

Learning technologies and the LMS · Learning transfer and capability building · Learning cultures and the learning organisation · Blended and hybrid learning design

12

Leadership and Management

Team leadership within HR · Absence, capability and ill-health management · HR service delivery and case management · Performance management that changes behaviour

13

People and Capability

Talent review and succession in practice · Attrition, engagement and productivity analytics · Collective relations and union engagement · Workforce planning and the capability gap

14

Strategy and Direction

Retention strategy and turnover analysis · Strategic alignment of investments · Building your professional portfolio and evidence of practice · Go-to-market and channel strategy

15

Operations and Delivery

The HR operating model and business partnering · Process automation and workflow · Belonging, culture and employee resource groups · Employee voice, surveys and action planning

16

Communication and Influence

Stakeholder mapping and influencing · Crisis communications · Stakeholder communications · Ethics in communications

17

Change and Innovation

Continuous improvement and lean HR · Implementation and change plan · Supplier development and improvement · Evidence-based improvement

18

Data and Measurement

Data protection and employee privacy · People analytics and HR measurement · HR metrics, KPIs and the HR scorecard · Diversity and pay-equity analytics

19

Financial Acumen

Business case, cost and impact analysis · Embedding values and behaviours · How insurance works: risk pooling and the value chain · Income capitalisation and investment value

20

Risk and Governance

Corporate governance and HR’s role · Employment compliance and the HR risk agenda · Control environment and risk assessment · Fraud risk and controls

21

Stakeholders and Partners

The HR business partner role and mandate · Exit, offboarding and organisational memory · Building strategic customer relationships · Partnering and co-creation with customers

22

Digital and Technology

HR technology selection and implementation · Flexible and hybrid working design · Digital HR and the employee experience platform · Portfolio and resource management systems

23

Ethics and Integrity

Conflicts of interest and integrity · Ethical sourcing and modern slavery · Ethics and professional conduct in security · Ethical principles and codes of practice

24

Self-Leadership

Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice · Operational risk and resilience · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Organisational resilience and adaptive strategy

25

People Administration

Recruitment marketing and candidate attraction · Performance management systems and cycles · Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · Capacity and performance management

26

Customers and Markets

Pay structures, benchmarking and market pricing · Marketing and sales KPIs and dashboards · Customer and brand health metrics · Marketing analytics and attribution

27

Projects and Delivery

Managing HR projects and change · Project governance frameworks · Compliance and regulatory projects · Scaling delivery capability

28

Inclusion and Culture

Organisational culture assessment and change · Cross-cultural and global inclusion · Identity and access management · Awareness and security culture

29

Legal and Policy

Employment law framework and contracts of employment · Health and safety legal duties · Goal setting and contracting · Procurement and contract value

30

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Cross-cultural communication · Global sourcing and international trade · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Measuring coaching outcomes

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

Employee Relations, Grievance and Discipline — applied to your own work
Pay equity, transparency and reward governance — applied to your own work
People analytics done honestly — applied to your own work
Organisational design and development interventions — applied to your own work
HR information systems — applied to your own work
Evidence-based HR decision-making — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CEDR 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 CEDR?

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 CEDR certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 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 CEDR 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 CEDR certification?

The Certified Employee and Labour Relations Specialist is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CEDR 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 CEDR?

The Certified Employee and Labour Relations 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 CEDR?

The Certified Employee and Labour Relations Specialist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CEDR 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 CEDR?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CEDR 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 CEDR 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 Employee and Labour Relations Specialist

Certified Employee and Labour Relations Specialist

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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