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Certified Estate and Trust Specialist

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

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Executive Summary

Certified Estate and Trust Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Estate and Trust Specialist (CETS) 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 CETS 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 Estate and Trust Specialist
Acronym
CETS
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 Strategic Context of Certified Estate and Trust Specialist
Certified Estate and Trust 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
Reading Financial Statements
Reading financial statements as a manager · Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · Credit assessment and the five Cs
3
Budgeting and Variance
Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Management accounts and dashboards
4
Internal Control and Fraud
Internal control and the fraud triangle · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · AML, KYC and financial crime prevention · The finance operating model and business partnering
5
Investment and Cost of Capital
Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Managing resistance and upskilling teams
6
Regulation and Compliance
Financial regulation and prudential supervision · AML, KYC and financial crime prevention · Expected credit loss and portfolio quality · Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise
7
Profit, Cash and the Gap Between
Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Reading financial statements as a manager · Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Cash and liquidity management
8
Legal and Regulatory
Regulatory reporting and disclosure · Payment regulation and oversight · Regulatory and compliance requirements · Designing an intervention or programme
9
Data and Reporting
Cybersecurity and financial data protection · Audit evidence, sampling and testing · Governance of controls and reporting · Financial modelling and forecasting discipline
10
Analysis and Decisions
Cost-to-serve and value-for-money analysis · Capstone scoping: a real financial problem or decision · Risk assessment and sensitivity analysis · Recommendations and decision support
11
Operations and Process
Quality, accuracy and error reduction · Reporting quality and earnings management risks · Transaction lifecycle and processing · Accountability and follow-through
12
Leadership and Management
Financial risk management and derivatives · Payment risk types and management · Tax risk management · Wellbeing and resilience coaching
13
People and Development
Appraisal of development projects · Development banking principles · Virtual and distributed teams · Team leadership and motivation
14
Communication
Presenting financial information clearly · Investor relations and market communication · Voice, communication and delivery · Safety communication and campaigns
15
Stakeholders and Clients
Negotiation with banks, investors and suppliers · Business partnering and influencing · Relationship management and cross-selling · Wealth, SME and corporate relationships
16
Markets and Customers
Fees, pricing and interchange · Transfer pricing basics · Transfer pricing documentation · Loan structuring and pricing
17
Technology and Systems
Automation, RPA and the digital close · Cloud finance and system integration · Payment innovation and fintech · Digital currencies and CBDCs
18
Strategic Context
Hedging strategies and instruments · Outcome and process measures · Collections strategy · Investment strategy and allocation
19
Projects and Delivery
Audit programmes and fieldwork · Planning and understanding the entity · Project finance structures · Leading finance projects and change
20
Performance Measurement
Data, records and confidentiality tech · Practice management systems · KPIs and performance reporting · Performance measurement and attribution
21
Procurement and Suppliers
Payables, procurement controls and supplier fraud · Value-chain and supply-chain finance · Digital procurement and the future of the profession · Sustainable procurement principles and standards
22
Ethics and Conduct
Ethics, transparency and reputation · Ethics and suitability · Ethics and transparency in tax · Ethics in tax practice
23
People Administration
Workforce management and scheduling · Workforce planning and scheduling · Employee experience and engagement · Customer and employee satisfaction
24
International and Currency
International and cross-border tax · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Agribusiness marketing, branding and export readiness · Export readiness and standards
25
Change
Foreign exchange and hedging · Change management and adoption · The finance function and digital transformation · Regulatory change management
26
Sustainability and ESG
Sustainability of microfinance · Monitoring, evaluation and sustainability plan · Sustainability certification and standards · Responsible and sustainable banking
27
Learning and Research
Training and capability building · Training needs analysis · Cognitive load and learning science · The learning and development profession
28
Financial Practice
Data analytics and predictive finance · Reconciliations and the financial close · Corporate income tax and computations · Financial inclusion and serving underbanked markets
29
Banking and Financial Services
Credit bureaus and data · Credit and counterparty risk · Investment of surplus funds · Writing advisory reports that drive decisions
30
Risk and Control
Fraud risk, prevention and detection · Projects, programmes and portfolios · Reporting quality and governance · Duty of care and risk 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

  • Reading Financial Statements — applied to your own work
  • Budgeting and Variance — applied to your own work
  • Internal Control and Fraud — applied to your own work
  • Investment and Cost of Capital — applied to your own work
  • Regulation and Compliance — applied to your own work
  • Profit, Cash and the Gap Between — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CETS 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 CETS?

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 CETS 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 CETS 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 CETS certification?

The Certified Estate and Trust 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 CETS 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 CETS?

The Certified Estate and Trust 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 CETS?

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

Can I study the CETS 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 CETS?

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