How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 11 Weeks and can be completed self-paced or with live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications carry CPD credits and are internationally recognised.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification.

Email info@certifications.ac, WhatsApp +254 722 223 084, or fill in the enrolment form on this page.

What is included in the fee?

All study materials, study guide, examination, digital certificate and badge. Live option adds tutor sessions and priority support.

Certified Cost Engineering and Total Cost of Ownership Pro in Zambia

Executive Summary

Certified Cost Engineering and Total Cost of Ownership Pro

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Cost Engineering and Total Cost of Ownership Pro (CCST2) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CCST2 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 Cost Engineering and Total Cost of Ownership Pro

Acronym

CCST2

Who Should Enrol?

Procurement and Purchasing Officers
Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals
Contract and Category Managers
Warehouse and Inventory Managers

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 procurement, category and supply-chain leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards

Operational Excellence

Drive cost savings, supplier quality and supply chain resilience

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to procurement

Business Performance

Deliver measurable value through strategic sourcing and contract management

Global Employability

Qualify for procurement roles across corporates, NGOs, government and international organisations worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Sourcing, Category Management and Supplier Selection

✦Contract Management and Negotiation

✦Logistics, Warehousing and Distribution

✦Supply Chain Risk, Resilience and Continuity

✦Procurement Compliance, Ethics and Governance

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Cost Engineering and Total Cost of Ownership Pro

Certified Cost Engineering and Total Cost of Ownership Pro: industry context, trends and professional standards · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models · Procurement's contribution to organisational strategy

2

Emergency, humanitarian and constrained procurement

Emergency, humanitarian and constrained procurement · Procurement KPIs and savings measurement · Total cost and value delivered · Inventory models: EOQ, safety stock, reorder points

3

Supplier and category performance

Supplier and category performance · Procurement maturity assessment · Driving measurable procurement value · Governance of procurement decisions

4

Supplier relationship management

Supplier relationship management (SRM) · Performance measurement and scorecards · Supplier development and improvement · Specification writing and the specification trap

5

Supplier diversity and local content

Supplier diversity and local content · Collaboration and partnership models · Supplier audits and assurance · Dispute resolution and claims

6

Supply market analysis and Porter’s forces

Supply market analysis and Porter’s forces · Analytical techniques and bias · Make-versus-buy and total cost of ownership · Performance and dispute management

7

Cost and price analysis

Cost and price analysis · Sourcing plans and go-to-market · Category management and strategy · Ethical and reputational risk

8

Risk and Governance

Crisis management and recovery · Logistics performance and cost control · Supply chain visibility and control towers · Supply chain risk identification and mapping

9

Stakeholders and Partners

Budget vs actual and variance · Reporting to boards and executives · Stakeholder rights and fair treatment · Stakeholder satisfaction

10

Digital and Technology

Digital procurement roadmaps · AI, blockchain and digital supply chains · Security governance and management systems · Electric and hybrid vehicles: what changes for the market

11

Ethics and Integrity

Professional ethics and codes (CIPS) · Ethics and transparency in tax · Responsible and sustainable governance · Embedding responsible business

12

Self-Leadership

Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management · Self-awareness and the leader's identity · Working with organisations on wellbeing

13

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

14

Customers and Markets

Service-level agreements and KPIs · Regulatory compliance and market requirements · Advisory service design and delivery · Peer support and consultation

15

Projects and Delivery

Leading procurement projects and change · Value and savings programmes · Sustaining ethical, effective practice · Building high-performing project teams

16

Inclusion and Culture

Nomination, succession and diversity · The business case for diversity and inclusion · Inclusion and the fairness of people decisions · Safety culture and leadership

17

Legal and Policy

Contract law fundamentals and formation · Contract law and formation · Contract exit and renewal · Contracting and the three-way agreement

18

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Global sourcing and international trade · Transfer pricing and international tax · Cross-cultural communication · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams

19

Suppliers and Partners

Team leadership in procurement · Procurement transformation and operating models · Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning · Contractor and visitor safety

20

Sustainability

Corporate social responsibility and community impact · Monitoring, evaluation and sustainability plan · Sustainability certification and standards · Social media customer care

21

Public and Community Context

Designing and facilitating groups · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills · Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation · Customer and community engagement

22

Knowledge and Learning

Designing an intervention or programme · Complaint data and learning · Process and control documentation · Tender planning and documentation

23

Leadership and Management

Evidence-based practice · Quality management on site: inspections, hold points and defects · Workforce and shift management in retail · Property management and facility operations

24

People and Capability

Continuing professional development · Stakeholder mapping and engagement · Measuring development impact · Talent and capability ecosystems

25

Strategy and Direction

Portfolio and resource management systems · Portfolio management and prioritisation · Strategic alignment of investments · Competitive analysis and differentiation

26

Operations and Delivery

Range planning and category management · Event planning timelines, run sheets and production schedules · Capacity planning and line balancing · Event risk, safety and contingency planning

27

Communication and Influence

Presenting sourcing recommendations · Voice of the customer and feedback · Negotiation strategy and planning · Negotiation tactics and behaviours

28

Change and Innovation

Process improvement and lean thinking · Productivity and efficiency improvement · Transformation versus incremental change · Designing a transformation programme

29

Data and Measurement

Cybersecurity and data protection · Agile metrics and velocity · Project data, reporting and analytics · AI and predictive project analytics

30

Financial Acumen

Supplier financial and operational risk · Continuous improvement of finance processes · Costing methods and relevant cost for decisions · Digital finance, mobile money and payment operations

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

Emergency, humanitarian and constrained procurement — applied to your own work
Supplier and category performance — applied to your own work
Supplier relationship management — applied to your own work
Supplier diversity and local content — applied to your own work
Supply market analysis and Porter’s forces — applied to your own work
Cost and price analysis — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CCST2 certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CCST2?

This certification is ideal for Procurement and Purchasing Officers, Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals, Contract and Category Managers and Warehouse and Inventory Managers, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CCST2 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 CCST2 internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CCST2 certification?

The Certified Cost Engineering and Total Cost of Ownership Pro 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 CCST2 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 CCST2?

The Certified Cost Engineering and Total Cost of Ownership Pro 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 CCST2?

The Certified Cost Engineering and Total Cost of Ownership Pro carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CCST2 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 CCST2?

Graduates progress towards senior procurement, category and supply-chain leadership roles. The CCST2 strengthens your expertise in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations and positions you for advancement across corporates, NGOs, government and international organisations.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

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The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Procurement Director

Private Sector

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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Supply Chain Manager

NGO Sector

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I earned my CCST2 while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Category Lead

Government

Certified Cost Engineering and Total Cost of Ownership Pro

Certified Cost Engineering and Total Cost of Ownership Pro

Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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