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Certified Investment Management Specialist

Online Certification  ·  12 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CIMAS)

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Executive Summary

Certified Investment Management Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Investment Management Specialist (CIMAS) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in financial management, accounting, budgeting and financial analysis.

This 12 Weeks programme is structured around IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CIMAS 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 Investment Management Specialist
Acronym
CIMAS
Category
Finance & Accounting
Level
Advanced
Duration
12 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?

  • Finance Officers and Accountants
  • Budget and Cost Analysts
  • Finance Managers and Controllers
  • Auditors and Financial Analysts
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 senior finance, controller and CFO roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex financial management functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement financial management systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to financial management
Global Employability
Qualify for financial management roles across corporates, banks, NGOs and public-sector organisations worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Financial Accounting, Reporting and Analysis
✦Budgeting, Planning and Cost Control
✦Corporate Finance, Investment and Valuation
✦Treasury, Working Capital and Cash Management
✦Financial Controls, Audit and Governance
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Investment Management Specialist
Certified Investment Management 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
Currency Exposure and Natural Hedging
Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Financial regulation and prudential supervision · Risk assessment and sensitivity analysis
3
Investment Appraisal and Cost of Capital
Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Reading financial statements as a manager · Transaction lifecycle and processing
4
Funding, Facilities and Timing
Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Credit assessment and the five Cs · Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Professional roles, boundaries and settings
5
Regulatory and Prudential Constraints
Financial regulation and prudential supervision · Expected credit loss and portfolio quality · Internal control and the fraud triangle · Duty of care and risk management
6
Control Over Treasury Operations
Internal control and the fraud triangle · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · AML, KYC and financial crime prevention · Managing risk and difficult cases
7
Liquidity Versus Solvency
Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Reading financial statements as a manager · Change management in finance
8
Data and Reporting
Change talk and readiness · Goal setting and action planning · Habit change and behaviour design · Assets, liabilities and equity reporting
9
Analysis and Decisions
Capstone scoping: a real financial problem or decision · Data gathering and financial analysis · Trend, common-size and comparative analysis · Pricing, contribution and product decisions
10
Operations and Process
Approval processes and delegation · Advisory and non-financial services · Digital financial services · Portfolio quality and risk
11
Leadership and Management
Strengths, flow and engagement · Meaning, purpose and values · Operational risk management · Portfolio management and reporting
12
People and Development
Appraisal of development projects · Development banking principles · Capability and skills frameworks · Building and running a top team
13
Communication
Presenting financial information clearly · Investor relations and market communication · The strategic narrative · Safety communication and campaigns
14
Stakeholders and Clients
Managing audit and regulator relationships · Stakeholder mapping for the finance function · Business partnering and influencing · Negotiation with banks, investors and suppliers
15
Markets and Customers
Market risk and VaR · Transfer pricing and international tax · Transfer pricing basics · Transfer pricing documentation
16
Technology and Systems
Emerging tools and innovation · Digital and internet banking · Digital and alternative-data credit · Digital finance and automation roadmaps
17
Strategic Context
Hedging strategies and instruments · Financial strategy and capital allocation · Mergers, funding and growth strategy · Communicating with families and carers
18
Projects and Delivery
Tax planning vs avoidance vs evasion · Audit programmes and fieldwork · Planning and understanding the entity · Project finance structures
19
Performance Measurement
Professional writing and reports · Performance measurement and attribution · Finance KPIs and the finance scorecard · Interpreting financial performance
20
Procurement and Suppliers
Managing difficult conversations · Value-chain and supply-chain finance · Payables, procurement controls and supplier fraud · Fair trade and responsible supply
21
Ethics and Conduct
Ethics and transparency in tax · Ethics in tax practice · Ethics, transparency and reputation · Roles, conduct and professional standards in banking
22
People Administration
Payroll, statutory deductions and employment cost · Workforce and shift management in retail · Workforce management and scheduling · Workforce planning and scheduling
23
International and Currency
International and cross-border tax · Foreign exchange and currency risk · Insurance, risk transfer and retained risk · Governance of operations
24
Change
Behaviour change and adoption of innovations · Customer experience transformation · Digital and self-service transformation · Measuring CX transformation impact
25
Sustainability and ESG
Sustainability of microfinance · Responsible and sustainable banking · Sustainable and green banking · Control environment and risk assessment
26
Learning and Research
Writing learning objectives and outcomes · Designing for different learning modalities · Learning materials and job aids · Blended and hybrid learning design
27
Financial Practice
Building a model, budget or business case · Short-term financing and money markets · Data visualisation and financial storytelling · Business intelligence and finance dashboards
28
Banking and Financial Services
Types of banks and financial institutions · Trade finance and letters of credit · Project roles and the project manager · Consumer, SME and corporate credit
29
Risk and Control
Regulatory compliance in operations · Fraud risk, prevention and detection · Statutory compliance and filings · Continuous risk monitoring
30
Legal and Regulatory
Regulatory capital and ratios · Recovery and legal remedies · Regulatory compliance and market requirements · Regulatory and fair-treatment obligations

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

  • 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
  • Liquidity Versus Solvency — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CIMAS certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CIMAS?

This certification is ideal for Finance Officers and Accountants, Budget and Cost Analysts, Finance Managers and Controllers and Auditors and Financial Analysts, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in financial management, accounting, budgeting and financial analysis with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CIMAS 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 CIMAS internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CIMAS certification?

The Certified Investment Management 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 CIMAS 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 CIMAS?

The Certified Investment Management 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 CIMAS?

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

Can I study the CIMAS 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 CIMAS?

Graduates progress towards senior finance, controller and CFO roles. The CIMAS strengthens your expertise in financial management, accounting, budgeting and financial analysis and positions you for advancement across corporates, banks, NGOs and public-sector 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.

Finance 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.

Financial Controller
NGO Sector
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I earned my CIMAS while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Senior Accountant
Government
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