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Certified Fund Administration and NAV Specialist

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CFND)

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Executive Summary

Certified Fund Administration and NAV Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Fund Administration and NAV Specialist (CFND) 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 CFND 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 Fund Administration and NAV Specialist
Acronym
CFND
Category
Human Resources
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
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 Fund Administration and NAV Specialist
Certified Fund Administration and NAV Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · The banking system, intermediation and financial markets · Types of banks and financial institutions · Banking products, services and delivery channels
2
Liquidity Versus Solvency
Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Reading financial statements as a manager · Analytical techniques and bias
3
Currency Exposure and Natural Hedging
Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Financial regulation and prudential supervision · Financial modelling and forecasting discipline
4
Investment Appraisal and Cost of Capital
Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Reading financial statements as a manager · Professional roles, boundaries and settings
5
Funding, Facilities and Timing
Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Credit assessment and the five Cs · Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Building a model, budget or business case
6
Regulatory and Prudential Constraints
Financial regulation and prudential supervision · Expected credit loss and portfolio quality · Internal control and the fraud triangle · Tax planning vs avoidance vs evasion
7
Control Over Treasury Operations
Internal control and the fraud triangle · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · AML, KYC and financial crime prevention · Portfolio quality and risk
8
Change
Finance transformation and target operating models · Change management in finance · Measuring transformation impact · Digital and market transformation
9
Sustainability and ESG
Sustainability and responsible finance · Sustainability standards (GRI, ISSB) · Designing an intervention or programme · Sustainability and environmental duty
10
Learning and Research
Complaint data and learning · Training and capability building · Training needs analysis · Cognitive load and learning science
11
Financial Practice
Financial data, master data and the chart of accounts · Business intelligence and finance dashboards · Data analytics and predictive finance · Cloud finance and system integration
12
Banking and Financial Services
Digital and alternative-data credit · Negotiation with banks, investors and suppliers · Payment regulation and oversight · Payment innovation and fintech
13
Risk and Control
Regulatory and compliance requirements · Risk assessment and safety planning · Back-office processing and controls · Operational risk management
14
Legal and Regulatory
Regulatory reporting and disclosure · Treatment planning and review · Recovery and legal remedies · Regulatory capital and ratios
15
Data and Reporting
Audit opinions and reporting · Portfolio management and reporting · Board and executive financial reporting · Financial storytelling and data visualisation
16
Analysis and Decisions
Capstone scoping: a real financial problem or decision · Wellbeing and resilience coaching · Ratio and trend analysis · Valuation and security analysis
17
Operations and Process
Advisory and non-financial services · Digital financial services · Process re-engineering and shared services · Process efficiency and cycle-time metrics
18
Leadership and Management
Cash flow forecasting and liquidity management · Receivables, payables and inventory management · Measuring coaching outcomes · Strengths, flow and engagement
19
People and Development
Appraisal of development projects · Managing resistance and upskilling teams · Feedback and developmental conversations · Career and talent development
20
Communication
Investor relations and market communication · Presenting financial information clearly · Executive communication and presence · Cross-cultural communication
21
Stakeholders and Clients
Stakeholder mapping for the finance function · Business partnering and influencing · Negotiation tactics and behaviours · Strategic customer relationships
22
Markets and Customers
Fees, pricing and interchange · Transfer pricing documentation · Pricing strategy · Brand health and measurement
23
Technology and Systems
Ethics of technology in practice · Digital finance and automation roadmaps · Innovation and fintech partnerships · Enterprise resource planning (ERP) and finance systems
24
Strategic Context
Managing difficult conversations · Collections strategy · Hedging strategies and instruments · Strategic decision-making under uncertainty
25
Projects and Delivery
Audit programmes and fieldwork · Planning and understanding the entity · Project finance structures · Crisis, resilience and contingency planning
26
Performance Measurement
Performance and SLAs · Building trust and engagement · Leading groups and workshops · Performance measurement and attribution
27
Procurement and Suppliers
Value-chain and supply-chain finance · Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Conflicts of interest and procurement ethics · Procurement and contract value
28
Ethics and Conduct
Ethics and suitability · Professional ethics and codes (IFAC, ACCA, CIMA) · Ethics, transparency and reputation · Professional ethics in customer service
29
People Administration
Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting · Workforce and shift management in retail · Workforce planning and scheduling · Employee experience and engagement
30
Professional Leadership Practice
Values, purpose and authentic leadership · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management · Self-awareness and the leader's identity · Ethics and responsible leadership

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

  • Liquidity Versus Solvency — applied to your own work
  • Currency Exposure and Natural Hedging — applied to your own work
  • Investment Appraisal and Cost of Capital — applied to your own work
  • Funding, Facilities and Timing — applied to your own work
  • Regulatory and Prudential Constraints — applied to your own work
  • Control Over Treasury Operations — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CFND 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 CFND?

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 CFND 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 CFND 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 CFND certification?

The Certified Fund Administration and NAV 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 CFND 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 CFND?

The Certified Fund Administration and NAV 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 CFND?

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

Can I study the CFND 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 CFND?

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