How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 10 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 Intermediate 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 Cost and Activity-Based Analysis Specialist in Nepal

Executive Summary

Certified Cost and Activity-Based Analysis Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Cost and Activity-Based Analysis Specialist (CCOABAS) 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 CCOABAS 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 Cost and Activity-Based Analysis Specialist

Acronym

CCOABAS

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 Cost and Activity-Based Analysis Specialist

Certified Cost and Activity-Based Analysis Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · The role of finance in organisations and value creation · Financial, management and cost accounting distinguished · The finance operating model and business partnering

2

Profit, Cash and Working Capital

Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Credit assessment and the five Cs

3

Investment Appraisal

Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Findings, rating and reporting

4

Reading and Presenting Numbers

Reading financial statements as a manager · Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · Confidentiality and conflicts of interest

5

Control and Data Integrity

Internal control and the fraud triangle · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · Financial regulation and prudential supervision · Managing resistance and upskilling teams

6

Budgeting and Forecasting

Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Reading financial statements as a manager · Decision support and insight

7

Variance That Reaches a Cause

Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Reading financial statements as a manager · Internal control and the fraud triangle · Types of banks and financial institutions

8

Risk and Control

Statutory compliance and filings · Managing tax risk and audits · Payables, procurement controls and supplier fraud · Tax compliance and the tax risk agenda

9

Legal and Regulatory

Regulatory capital for credit · Recovery and legal remedies · Regulatory capital and ratios · Managing audit and regulator relationships

10

Data and Reporting

Data analytics and predictive finance · Cybersecurity and financial data protection · Audit evidence, sampling and testing · Financial modelling and forecasting discipline

11

Analysis and Decisions

Ratio and trend analysis · Valuation and security analysis · Recommendations and decision support · Trend, common-size and comparative analysis

12

Operations and Process

Approval processes and delegation · Advisory and non-financial services · Digital financial services · Portfolio quality and risk

13

Leadership and Management

Financial risk types and management · SME portfolio management · Team leadership within finance · Change management in finance

14

People and Development

Development banking principles · Appraisal of development projects · Category management and strategy development · Supplier development and improvement

15

Communication

Investor relations and market communication · Presenting financial information clearly · Toolbox talks and safety communication · Communicating vision and telling stories

16

Stakeholders and Clients

Negotiation with banks, investors and suppliers · Stakeholder mapping for the finance function · Business partnering and influencing · Stakeholder mapping and engagement

17

Markets and Customers

Transfer pricing and international tax · Fees, pricing and interchange · Transfer pricing basics · Transfer pricing documentation

18

Technology and Systems

Treasury technology and systems · Digital finance and automation roadmaps · Enterprise resource planning (ERP) and finance systems · Automation, RPA and the digital close

19

Strategic Context

Hedging strategies and instruments · Financial strategy and capital allocation · Mergers, funding and growth strategy · Collections strategy

20

Projects and Delivery

Audit programmes and fieldwork · Project finance structures · Crisis, resilience and contingency planning · Leading finance projects and change

21

Performance Measurement

Performance measurement and attribution · Interpreting financial performance · Performance and SLAs · The project environment and stakeholders

22

Procurement and Suppliers

Value-chain and supply-chain finance · Fair trade and responsible supply · Procurement and asset management under donor rules · Vendor, venue and supplier contracting for events

23

Ethics and Conduct

Ethics in tax practice · Ethics, transparency and reputation · Ethics and suitability · Ethics and transparency in tax

24

People Administration

Customer and employee satisfaction · Employee engagement models and drivers · The employee lifecycle and HR value chain · Workforce and shift management in retail

25

Change

Stakeholder and sponsor management · Reporting to boards and executives · Variations, claims and delay: managing change on site · Change talk and readiness

26

Sustainability and ESG

Sustainability of microfinance · Integration with quality and environment · Sustainability and responsible sourcing · Environmental, social and governance (ESG)

27

Learning and Research

Learning strategy and roadmaps · Building the learning brand · Aligning learning to performance · Leading the learning function

28

Financial Practice

Corporate income tax and computations · AML, KYC and financial crime prevention · Financial inclusion and serving underbanked markets · Corporate income tax computation

29

Banking and Financial Services

Consumer, SME and corporate credit · Credit risk measurement · Stress testing credit portfolios · Credit bureaus and data

30

Professional Leadership Practice

Value management and business value · Renewals and churn management · Field sales and territory management · Tender and bid management

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

Profit, Cash and Working Capital — applied to your own work
Investment Appraisal — applied to your own work
Reading and Presenting Numbers — applied to your own work
Control and Data Integrity — applied to your own work
Budgeting and Forecasting — applied to your own work
Variance That Reaches a Cause — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CCOABAS 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 CCOABAS?

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 CCOABAS 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 CCOABAS 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 CCOABAS certification?

The Certified Cost and Activity-Based Analysis 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 CCOABAS 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 CCOABAS?

The Certified Cost and Activity-Based Analysis 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 CCOABAS?

The Certified Cost and Activity-Based Analysis Specialist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CCOABAS 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 CCOABAS?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CCOABAS 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 CCOABAS 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 Cost and Activity-Based Analysis Specialist

Certified Cost and Activity-Based Analysis 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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