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Certified Corporate Secretary

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

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Executive Summary

Certified Corporate Secretary

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Corporate Secretary (CCORS) 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 CCORS 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 Corporate Secretary
Acronym
CCORS
Category
Human Resources
Level
Intermediate
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 349
Live Virtual
USD 549
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 Corporate Secretary
Certified Corporate Secretary: industry context, trends and professional standards · Corporate governance principles and purpose · Governance, risk and compliance (GRC) · The regulatory and legal environment
2
Board Composition and Effectiveness
Board effectiveness and the quality of board information · Assurance mapping and avoiding duplicate assurance · Policy that changes behaviour · Team leadership in governance
3
Statutory Filings and Registers
Corporate secretarial practice and statutory filings · Board effectiveness and the quality of board information · Records management and retention · Crisis and reputation communication
4
Minutes and the Basis of Decision
Corporate secretarial practice and statutory filings · Board effectiveness and the quality of board information · Conflicts of interest and related-party transactions · Balancing business and consumer interests
5
Risk Oversight by the Board
Risk appetite and tolerance in practice · The three lines model and who owns risk · Board effectiveness and the quality of board information · Data governance frameworks and roles
6
Assurance the Board Can Rely On
Assurance mapping and avoiding duplicate assurance · Controls that work versus controls that exist · The three lines model and who owns risk · Continuous assurance and monitoring
7
Governance Across Entity Types
Governance in state, donor-funded and family-owned entities · Board effectiveness and the quality of board information · Conflicts of interest and related-party transactions · Research methods for policy
8
Records and Documentation
Transfer pricing documentation · Customer retention in the vehicle ownership cycle · Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection · Health records, data and confidentiality
9
Ethics and Anti-Corruption
Ethical decision-making · Building an ethical culture · Ethics and professional responsibility · Anti-corruption and honest reporting
10
Public and Donor Context
Policy and public engagement · Real estate development and project appraisal · Real estate marketing channels and property portals · Public health programmes: prevention and outreach
11
Standards and Certification
Data quality, analysis and reporting · Sustainability certification and standards · Traceability, recall and quality assurance systems · Quality management systems and audits
12
Governance and Compliance
Governance in different ownership models · Regulatory mapping and obligations · Enterprise risk management (ERM) · Managing regulator relationships
13
Legal and Regulatory
Risk, legal and feasibility analysis · Contract law and formation · Contract exit and renewal · Shareholder and stakeholder rights
14
Financial Oversight
Cost and profitability analysis · Impact, blended and concessional finance · Fraud risk and controls · Risk-based audit planning
15
Risk and Resilience
Dynamic and site-specific risk assessment · Residual risk and ALARP · Risk registers and monitoring · Communicating risk to the workforce
16
Data, Records and Reporting
Data protection and privacy · Findings, reporting and remediation · Stakeholder trust and reputation metrics · Monitoring, evaluation and reporting
17
Stakeholders and Oversight
Stakeholder engagement plan · Influencing and negotiation with stakeholders · Corporate responsibility and community · The project environment and stakeholders
18
Leadership and Decisions
Influencing and advising leaders · Management accounts and dashboards · Decision support and insight · Practice management systems
19
People and Conduct
Fair treatment and market conduct · Workforce and shift management in retail · Scaling delivery capability · Land-use planning, capability and degradation management
20
Operations and Quality
Service quality and the passenger experience in transport · Reporting quality and governance · Evidence-based improvement · Attachment and developmental theory
21
Programmes and Change
Development banking and project finance · Communications strategy and planning · Tender planning and documentation · Change management and adoption
22
Technology and Systems
Payment technology and switches · Automation, RPA and straight-through processing · Cybersecurity and fraud technology · Technology governance and change control
23
Third Parties and Procurement
Vendor selection and management · Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution · Supply market analysis · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value
24
Sustainability and ESG
Market analysis and environmental scanning · Sustainability and responsible marketing · Carbon markets and climate finance · Monitoring sustainability outcomes
25
Communication and Disclosure
Managing sensitive disclosures · Integrated marketing communications · Dashboards and performance reporting · Professional presentation and pitching
26
Strategic Context
Competition and antitrust · Brand and reputation as strategic assets · Growth strategy and demand generation · Measuring growth and transformation impact
27
Workforce Governance
The customer experience (CX) discipline · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Resource allocation and capital discipline · The business analysis discipline and role
28
International and Sanctions
International and cross-border tax · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Sanctions screening and PEP management · Communication planning and management
29
Market Conduct
Ethics and fair customer treatment · Customer experience transformation · Customer service and CX strategy · Designing voice-of-customer programmes
30
Safety and Environment
Peer support and consultation · Designing a safety programme or control · Job safety analysis (JSA) and task risk · Sustaining ethical, effective practice

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

  • Board Composition and Effectiveness — applied to your own work
  • Statutory Filings and Registers — applied to your own work
  • Minutes and the Basis of Decision — applied to your own work
  • Risk Oversight by the Board — applied to your own work
  • Assurance the Board Can Rely On — applied to your own work
  • Governance Across Entity Types — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CCORS 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 CCORS?

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 CCORS 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 CCORS 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 CCORS certification?

The Certified Corporate Secretary is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 349 and Live Virtual at USD 549. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CCORS 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 CCORS?

The Certified Corporate Secretary 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 CCORS?

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

Can I study the CCORS 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 CCORS?

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