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Certified Professional Skills Specialist

Online Certification  ·  10 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CPSS2)

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Executive Summary

Certified Professional Skills Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Professional Skills Specialist (CPSS2) 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 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 CPSS2 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 Professional Skills Specialist
Acronym
CPSS2
Category
Human Resources
Level
Advanced
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 449
Live Virtual
USD 649
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 Professional Context of Certified Professional Skills Specialist
Certified Professional Skills Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · Principles of teaching, training and learning · Adult learning theory (andragogy) · The learning and development profession
2
Building and leading a team
Building and leading a team · Operational planning and workflow management · Managing upward and across · Analytical techniques and bias
3
Managing upward and across
Managing upward and across · Decision making for managers · Managing budgets and resources · Data-driven learning design
4
Managing budgets and resources
Managing budgets and resources · Developing your own management practice · Time management and personal productivity · Operational planning and execution discipline
5
Time management and personal productivity
Time management and personal productivity · Prioritisation and focus · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management · Difficult conversations and managerial courage
6
Resilience, wellbeing and stress management
Resilience, wellbeing and stress management · Professional roles, boundaries and settings · Growth mindset and continuous learning · Materials, aids and resources
7
Growth mindset and continuous learning
Growth mindset and continuous learning · Managing pressure and difficult conversations · Ethical principles and codes of practice · Prioritisation and managing competing demands
8
Operations and Delivery
Prioritisation and resource allocation · Peer support and consultation · Sustaining ethical, effective practice · Ethical frameworks and codes of practice
9
Communication and Influence
Professional portfolio and presentation · Peer review and feedback · Voice, communication and delivery · Feedback and learner analytics
10
Change and Innovation
Continual improvement · Soil chemistry, pH and cation exchange capacity · Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise · Breeding, reproduction and genetic improvement
11
Data and Measurement
Data-informed and evidence-based decisions · Customer and brand health metrics · Brand health and measurement · Marketing analytics and attribution
12
Financial Acumen
The employee lifecycle and HR value chain · HR's role in culture, values and employer brand · Cost of accidents and prevention value · Legal, cost and feasibility analysis
13
Risk and Governance
Managing risk and difficult cases · Ethical, risk and feasibility considerations · Project governance and assurance · Project governance frameworks
14
Stakeholders and Partners
Building project relationships · Building strategic customer relationships · Partnering and co-creation with customers · Dashboards and performance reporting
15
Digital and Technology
Digital credit and alternative data · Warehouse management systems (WMS) · Digital channels and performance marketing economics · Managing hybrid audiences
16
Ethics and Integrity
Data ethics and customer privacy · Bribery, corruption and conduct risk · Ethics and independence · Ethics in communications
17
Self-Leadership
Setting professional goals and a personal development plan · Managing growth, risk and resilience · Communication and interpersonal skills · Data-driven and personalised banking
18
People Administration
Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Capacity and performance management · The customer experience (CX) discipline
19
Customers and Markets
Buyer behaviour and the customer journey · Supply markets and the enabling environment · Supplier market analysis and competition · Inventory service levels and the cost of stockouts
20
Projects and Delivery
Professional case study and presentation · Building high-performing project teams · Leading campaigns and sales projects · Team leadership in field and project settings
21
Inclusion and Culture
Creating a coaching culture · Risk assessment and safety planning · Brand strategy, identity and equity · Policy, institutions and the enabling environment for agriculture
22
Legal and Policy
Contract performance, remedies and variations · Working with law enforcement and regulators · Subcontractor and supplier management · Managing complexity and comorbidity
23
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Cross-cultural communication · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Expanding into regional and export markets
24
Suppliers and Partners
Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution · Procurement and asset management under donor rules · Procurement and contract value · Procurement and contract management
25
Sustainability
The business case for productivity, quality and sustainability · Corporate social responsibility and community impact · Monitoring, evaluation and sustainability plan · Housing, welfare and environmental management
26
Public and Community Context
Presentation and public speaking · Community and lifelong learning · Public, private and non-profit governance · Policy and public engagement
27
Knowledge and Learning
Lessons learned and knowledge management · Professional documentation and presentation · Complaint data and learning · Process and control documentation
28
Leadership and Management
Delegation and appropriate autonomy · Building high-performing sales teams · Journey management and tracking · Make, buy or ally: boundary decisions
29
People and Capability
Coaching challenging situations · Measuring coaching impact · Coaching and skill development · Strategic development and long-range positioning
30
Strategy and Direction
Aligning HR strategy with organisational strategy · Business model design and unit economics · Innovation portfolio and the three horizons · Corporate strategy and portfolio choices

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

  • Building and leading a team — applied to your own work
  • Managing upward and across — applied to your own work
  • Managing budgets and resources — applied to your own work
  • Time management and personal productivity — applied to your own work
  • Resilience, wellbeing and stress management — applied to your own work
  • Growth mindset and continuous learning — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CPSS2 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 CPSS2?

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 CPSS2 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 CPSS2 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 CPSS2 certification?

The Certified Professional Skills 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 CPSS2 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 CPSS2?

The Certified Professional Skills 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 CPSS2?

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

Can I study the CPSS2 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 CPSS2?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CPSS2 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 CPSS2 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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