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.

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

Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Specialist in Malaysia

Executive Summary

Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Specialist (CCSRS) 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 CCSRS 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 Social Responsibility Specialist

Acronym

CCSRS

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 Social Responsibility Specialist

Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · Corporate governance principles and purpose · Governance, risk and compliance (GRC) · The regulatory and legal environment

2

Measuring Before Claiming

Whistleblowing and speak-up channels · Internal control design and testing · Assurance mapping and avoiding duplicate assurance · Audit and control automation

3

The Governance Leg

Board effectiveness and the quality of board information · Conflicts of interest and related-party transactions · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Governance transformation and reform

4

Environmental Compliance and Permits

Environmental compliance and impact assessment · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Regulatory mapping and horizon scanning · Complaints and redress mechanisms

5

Impact Assessment and Consultation

Environmental compliance and impact assessment · Governance in state, donor-funded and family-owned entities · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Transparency and disclosure

6

Supply Chain and Third Parties

Contract, grant and third-party compliance · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Financial crime, sanctions and trade compliance · Regulatory impact assessment

7

Reporting Frameworks and Assurance

ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Assurance mapping and avoiding duplicate assurance · Internal control design and testing · Policy that changes behaviour

8

Public and Donor Context

Presentation and public speaking · Presentation and public-speaking skills · Financial statements and the accounting equation · Reading financial statements as a manager

9

Standards and Certification

Data quality and stewardship · Harvest timing, methods and quality optimisation · Grades, standards and export certification (GlobalG.A.P.) · Grades, standards and quality

10

Governance and Compliance

Policy cycle and evidence-based policy · Research methods for policy · Leading governance projects and change · Team leadership in governance

11

Legal and Regulatory

Consent, rights and data subject requests · Risk, legal and feasibility analysis · Contract exit and renewal · Shareholder and stakeholder rights

12

Financial Oversight

Accountability and transparency · Risk-based audit planning · Quality assurance of audit · Ration formulation and least-cost feeding

13

Risk and Resilience

Crisis and reputation communication · Enterprise risk management (ERM) · Communicating risk to the workforce · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP)

14

Data, Records and Reporting

Cross-border data and transfers · Monitoring, evaluation and reporting · Stakeholder trust and reputation metrics · Information lifecycle and records management

15

Stakeholders and Oversight

Regulatory mapping and obligations · Stakeholder and impact analysis · Fair treatment of stakeholders · Stakeholder engagement plan

16

Leadership and Decisions

Influencing and advising leaders · Workforce management and scheduling · Front-office and reception management · Relationship management and retention

17

People and Conduct

Maturity and capability assessment · Investigating misconduct · Employee engagement models and drivers · Training needs analysis and learning strategy

18

Operations and Quality

Benchmarking against standards · Continuous improvement and lessons learned · Sustainability certification and standards · Traceability, recall and quality assurance systems

19

Programmes and Change

Sustainability and social impact in projects · Project KPIs and performance metrics · Project management maturity assessment · Developing the project business case

20

Technology and Systems

Digital disruption and modern go-to-market · Digital and data-driven go-to-market · Digital marketing strategy · Email and marketing automation

21

Third Parties and Procurement

Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models · Procurement’s contribution to organisational strategy · Digital procurement and the future of the profession

22

Sustainability and ESG

Environmental management systems (ISO 14001) · Sustainability and climate responsibility · Continuous environmental improvement · Integration with quality and environment

23

Communication and Disclosure

Managing sensitive disclosures · Control monitoring and reporting · Crisis communications · Stakeholder communications

24

Strategic Context

Key account management strategy · Building strategic customer relationships · Competitive and market intelligence · Translating insight into strategy

25

Workforce Governance

Employee relations, discipline and fair process · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Operational planning and execution discipline

26

International and Sanctions

Sanctions screening and PEP management · Managing trade-offs and dilemmas · The agricultural sector: systems, actors and global food value chains · Transfer pricing and international tax

27

Market Conduct

Social media customer care · Unified customer view · Customer loyalty and advocacy · Customer lifetime value

28

Safety and Environment

Confidentiality and health data · Driving measurable safety improvement · Attachment and developmental theory · Designing a safety programme or control

29

Records and Documentation

Customer retention in the vehicle ownership cycle · Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection · Record-keeping and data protection · Data, records and confidentiality tech

30

Ethics and Anti-Corruption

Conflicts of interest · Conflicts of interest and transparency · Conflict resolution over land, water and resources · Ethical principles and codes of practice

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

Measuring Before Claiming — applied to your own work
The Governance Leg — applied to your own work
Environmental Compliance and Permits — applied to your own work
Impact Assessment and Consultation — applied to your own work
Supply Chain and Third Parties — applied to your own work
Reporting Frameworks and Assurance — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CCSRS 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 CCSRS?

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 CCSRS 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 CCSRS 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 CCSRS certification?

The Certified Corporate Social Responsibility Specialist 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 CCSRS 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 CCSRS?

The Certified Corporate Social Responsibility 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 CCSRS?

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

Can I study the CCSRS 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 CCSRS?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CCSRS 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 CCSRS 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 Social Responsibility Specialist

Certified Corporate Social Responsibility 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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