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Certified Portfolio and Programme Strategist

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

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Executive Summary

Certified Portfolio and Programme Strategist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Portfolio and Programme Strategist (CPTF) delivers a rigorous Executive-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in project planning, delivery and programme management.

This 12 Weeks programme is structured around PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 and recognised project-management standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CPTF 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 Portfolio and Programme Strategist
Acronym
CPTF
Category
Project Management
Level
Executive
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 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Project Coordinators and Officers
  • Project and Programme Managers
  • PMO and Portfolio Professionals
  • Team and Delivery Leads
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 project, programme and PMO leadership roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 and recognised project-management standards
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex project planning functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement project planning systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to project planning
Global Employability
Qualify for project planning roles across corporates, NGOs, construction, IT and development organisations worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Project Initiation, Scope and Planning
✦Schedule, Cost and Resource Management
✦Risk, Quality and Procurement in Projects
✦Agile, Hybrid and Delivery Approaches
✦Programme, Portfolio and Benefits Management
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Portfolio and Programme Strategist
Certified Portfolio and Programme Strategist: industry context, trends and professional standards · Project management principles and lifecycle · Projects, programmes and portfolios · Project management standards (PMI, PRINCE2)
2
Evaluation metrics and monitoring
Correlation, causation and experiment design · Dashboards and data storytelling · Visualisation tools and design · Requirements and the specification gap
3
KPIs and metric design
Automation and where it genuinely pays · Self-service analytics · Predictive and prescriptive analytics · Technical debt and system lifecycle
4
Experimentation and A/B testing
Sustaining ethical, effective practice · Data products and stakeholder value · Data literacy and adoption · LAN, WAN and network design
5
Turning insight into decisions
Turning insight into decisions · Designing and facilitating groups · LAN, WAN and network design · Agile delivery and iterative development
6
Routing, switching and protocols
Psychoeducation and workshops · Designing an intervention or programme · Professional case study and presentation · Evidence-based practice
7
Operating systems administration
Change talk and readiness · Goal setting and action planning · Habit change and behaviour design · Maintenance, refactoring and technical debt
8
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Expanding into regional and export markets · The agricultural sector: systems, actors and global food value chains · Transfer pricing and international tax · Cross-cultural and global inclusion
9
Suppliers and Partners
ERP platforms and vendors · Vendor and partner management · Third-party and supply-chain risk · Finance, procurement and supply modules
10
Sustainability
Measuring coaching outcomes · Sustainability and environmental duty · Integration with quality and environment · Environmental, social and governance (ESG)
11
Public and Community Context
Public versus private procurement · Outcome and process measures · Customer and community engagement · Corporate responsibility and community
12
Knowledge and Learning
Supervised and unsupervised learning · Deep learning and neural networks · Cognitive load and learning science · The learning and development profession
13
Leadership and Management
Vulnerability management · Cyber risk management · Training and change management · Turning analysis into a decision
14
People and Capability
Web and mobile application development · Artificial intelligence: capability, limits and responsible use · Quality monitoring and coaching · Win-back and re-engagement
15
Strategy and Direction
Capstone scoping: a real growth or brand challenge · Designing a marketing or sales strategy · Marketing strategy and the mix · Brand strategy, identity and equity
16
Operations and Delivery
Natural language processing · Incident response process · ERP concepts and business processes · Data quality and the fitness-for-purpose test
17
Communication and Influence
Communication and interpersonal skills · Influencing and presenting insights · Negotiation and influencing · Professional and persuasive communication
18
Change and Innovation
Delivering technology change that people adopt · Innovation and new product launch · Measuring growth and transformation impact · Continuous improvement and optimisation
19
Data and Measurement
Data architecture and integration · Cloud data platforms · Statistics and exploratory data analysis · Data structures and algorithms
20
Financial Acumen
Embedding values and behaviours · The employee lifecycle and HR value chain · HR's role in culture, values and employer brand · Cost of accidents and prevention value
21
Risk and Governance
Project governance and risk · Underwriting principles and risk selection · How insurance works: risk pooling and the value chain · In-process quality control and inspection
22
Stakeholders and Partners
Communicating with families and carers · Partnership building and multi-stakeholder platforms · Relationship management and retention · Stakeholder mapping and collaboration
23
Digital and Technology
Electric and hybrid vehicles: what changes for the market · Telehealth and digital care delivery · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution · Managing difficult conversations
24
Ethics and Integrity
Responsible and ethical service · Ethics and integrity in banking · Professional ethics and banking conduct · Integrity, confidentiality and conflicts
25
Self-Leadership
Servant leadership and self-organising teams · Setting professional goals and a personal development plan · Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice · Data-driven and personalised banking
26
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
27
Customers and Markets
APIs and service design · Customer service and experience principles · Customer expectations and satisfaction · Ethics and fair customer treatment
28
Projects and Delivery
Programme governance · Programme cycle management in NGOs · The vehicle sales process from enquiry to delivery · Building trust and engagement
29
Inclusion and Culture
Awareness and security culture · Building a service culture · Building a culture of compliance · Financial inclusion and agency banking
30
Legal and Policy
Regulatory and privacy requirements · Smart contracts and dApps · Regulatory and fair-treatment obligations · The regulatory landscape and central banking

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

  • Evaluation metrics and monitoring — applied to your own work
  • KPIs and metric design — applied to your own work
  • Experimentation and A/B testing — applied to your own work
  • Turning insight into decisions — applied to your own work
  • Routing, switching and protocols — applied to your own work
  • Operating systems administration — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CPTF certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 and recognised project-management standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CPTF?

This certification is ideal for Project Coordinators and Officers, Project and Programme Managers, PMO and Portfolio Professionals and Team and Delivery Leads, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in project planning, delivery and programme management with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CPTF 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 CPTF internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 and recognised project-management standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CPTF certification?

The Certified Portfolio and Programme Strategist 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 CPTF 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 CPTF?

The Certified Portfolio and Programme Strategist 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 CPTF?

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

Can I study the CPTF 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 CPTF?

Graduates progress towards senior project, programme and PMO leadership roles. The CPTF strengthens your expertise in project planning, delivery and programme management and positions you for advancement across corporates, NGOs, construction, IT and development 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.

Programme 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.

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

PMO Lead
Government
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